South Korean actor Song Jae Rim, 39, passed away tragically on Tuesday, November 12. A police investigation is underway as a two-page letter was reportedly found at the scene, where he died in his apartment in Seoul. His death has not yet been confirmed however police have launched an investigation. A jolt for the world of entertainment by his unexpected demise.

South Korean Actor Song Jae Rim Passes Away at 39: K-Drama Star’s Sudden Death Shocks Fans

Song Jae Rim was discovered in his residence in Seongdong District, Seoul. Circumstances surrounding his death are being probed by police. His funeral is scheduled for November 14, with a memorial area established at Yeouido St. Mary’s Hospital Funeral Hall. The proceedings have reportedly made his younger sister the chief mourner.

Song Jae Rim previously made his first on-screen appearance in the 2009 film Actresses. Nevertheless, he held his public eyes up for a while, making him popular and famous once again when he starred in the 2012 historical drama The Moon Embracing the Sun.

He played the role of Lord Kim Jae-won, a devoted bodyguard to the leading characters in the series; He later earned his K-drama fan-fav status through this role. After the drama, he found continued success with an array of roles in different television shows including Two Weeks (2013) as a cold-blooded killer. He also featured in Unkind Ladies (2015), Secret Mother (2018), I Wanna Hear Your Song (2019), etc.

In 2022, he starred in Café Minamdang and was most recently seen in My Military Valentine (2024). Earlier this year, he also appeared in Queen Woo. Aside from his acting career, Song Jae Rim also gained significant popularity through his participation in We Got Married Season 4, where he was paired with actress Kim So-eun. His death has left a deep void in the hearts of his fans, who are mourning the loss of a talented and beloved actor.