The news of the passing of YouTuber and broadcaster Lee Hee-chul has been delivered.

On the morning of the 8th, Pungja wrote, “I can‘t believe it even as I write this... but I’m leaving this message for those who loved my brother and those of my acquaintances who haven‘t met him yet,” and added, “My beloved Seoul Salon Lee Hee-chul has become a star in the sky.”



Pungja said, “Please pray that he can go to a good place, everyone,” and added, “There are many acquaintances I haven’t been able to contact yet because it was so sudden. If you give me your contact information/DM, I will guide you to the funeral home.”

Meanwhile, Lee Hee-chul previously appeared on KBS2‘s entertainment program ‘Mr. House Husband’ and revealed their friendship with Pungja.

Choi Yoon-na, Donga.com reporter yyynnn@donga.com