Watch: MAMAMOO Star Hwasa Pays Tribute To Parasite Actor Lee Sun Kyun

At the 2023 SBS Drama Awards held at the SBS Prism Tower in Seoul, Hwasa, the youngest member of MAMAMOO and a soloist, delivered a heartfelt tribute to the late actor Lee Sun Kyun. Originally slated to conclude the event with a celebratory performance, Hwasa made a poignant last-minute decision to alter her pre-planned songs in order to honour the esteemed actor.

As reported by Koreaboo, the host of the event, Shin Dong Youp, shared with the audience that Hwasa had initially prepared a spectacular performance but had to make abrupt changes due to a recent “heartbreaking incident.” While she was initially set to showcase her recent hits like I Love My Body and Chilli, Hwasa decided to switch gears and performed LMM, a soulful ballad from her 2020 solo album Maria. Despite deviating from her usual glamorous stage presence, her solemn rendition of the heartfelt ballad resonated deeply with the audience.

While Hwasa didn’t explicitly mention Lee Sun Kyun’s name during her performance, the emotional depth of her tribute was evident, strongly implying that it was dedicated to his memory. The power of her performance spoke volumes, and videos and pictures capturing this heartfelt tribute are now circulating on the internet. Fans and the online community are sharing and appreciating this touching moment as a sincere homage to the late actor.

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The news of Lee Sun-kyun’s demise left the industry in complete shock. Best known for his role in the Oscar-winning film Parasite, Lee was found dead on December 27, Yonhap news agency reported. The South Korean agency mentioned that the actor was found inside a vehicle at a park in central Seoul. It was reported that just a day before his untimely death, Lee Sun-kyun was under investigation for alleged drug abuse. This circumstance led local authorities to suspect suicide as the cause of his passing.

Lee Sun-kyun initially made his mark in musical theatre and transitioned to screen acting with notable breakthroughs in White Tower (2007) and the popular drama Coffee Prince. Beyond his acclaimed role in Parasite, Lee gained recognition for performances in films like Helpless (2012), All About My Wife (2012), and A Hard Day (2014). His versatile career spanned various genres, showcasing his talent in both film and television. Lee Sun-kyun’s impact on the entertainment industry was marked by his ability to portray diverse characters across different mediums.