South Korean actor Song Jae-rim was found dead on Tuesday, November 12, the police from Seoul confirmed the same day. He was 39.
The Seoul Seongdong Police Station confirmed to media outlets that the actor passed away on Tuesday. According to the police report, Song was found dead in his apartment by one of his friends. The two initially had plans to have lunch together, on the day of the actor’s passing.
Although a two-page letter was found in Song’s apartment, authorities have yet to release the actor’s cause of death. Details on the content of the letter were also not disclosed to the public.
The police also mentioned that there were no signs of foul play.
A memorial service for Song will be held on Thursday, November 14, at the Yeouido St Mary's Hospital in Seoul. South Korean media outlets also confirmed that the former’s family will be the chief mourner during the service.
Song first rose to fame with the 2012 television series, The Moon Embracing the Sun. Following his breakout role, he went on to act in several other shows like Secret Garden, Two Weeks, and Hot Ramen.
Before his breakout role, he began his career as a runway model, where he was featured in Bazaar Korea, Marie Claire Korea, and other fashion magazines.
