Late Moon Ji-yoon, Sudden Passing... "I Will Pray" Waves of Condolences from Kim Jae-won, Ha Jae-sook, and Others

Photo by Actor Shin Jisoo, Instagram capture

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Yeon-ju] On the 18th, news of the sudden passing of actor the late Moon Ji-yoon has sparked condolences from colleagues.

Actor Ha Jae-sook posted on her Instagram on the 19th, "My younger sibling who used to share soju drinks with me. I hope you are free from pain and at peace in heaven," adding "When we first started broadcasting, you took care of your older sister who knew nothing and worried about me. I still can't believe it. I sincerely pray for the repose of the deceased."

She continued, "Let's definitely meet again with smiles after a long time. Like the painting you gave me as a wedding gift, fly freely and gracefully."

Kim Jae-won, who co-starred in the drama 'Romance,' also expressed his condolences on Instagram, saying, "Please pray a lot for our Ji-yoon."

Rapper Hooni Hoon shared on Instagram, "Ji-yoon, I hope you freely perform the acting you want to do there, direct, be an art director, and bring out everything in your mind to laugh and enjoy. I never thought memories with you would suddenly flash through my mind," adding, "It’s so heartbreaking and sad. Ji-yoon, I love you and love you. With a beautiful smile, warm heart, and pure soul, actor and writer Moon Ji-yoon, I sincerely pray for your peaceful rest."

Notably, on the 2nd, Shin Ji-soo posted on her Instagram, "Thank you, Moon Ji-yoon, for coming all the way to my neighborhood to see me. A colleague I met after a year. Let’s work hard and prosper more this year. Hip boy who recently shot a CF. Let’s meet again on payday. See you in Cheongdam?" along with a photo.

In the revealed photo, Shin Ji-soo and Moon Ji-yoon are smiling while looking at the camera. Moon Ji-yoon left a comment on the post saying, "Take care of your health and see you again," which added to the sorrow.

Moon Ji-yoon passed away on the 18th due to acute sepsis.

According to Moon Ji-yoon’s agency Family ENT on the 19th, she recently visited a hospital with symptoms of pharyngitis, and her condition worsened, leading to her transfer to the intensive care unit, but she ultimately did not recover.

An agency official said, "The family is concerned about the safety of mourners due to fears of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)," and added, "We ask for condolences for the deceased and politely decline floral tributes."

The deceased’s funeral is being held in Room 3 of the funeral hall at Inje University Sanggye Paik Hospital, with the funeral service scheduled for the 20th.

Meanwhile, Moon Ji-yoon debuted in 2002 with the drama 'Romance' and proved her acting skills through appearances in dramas such as 'Hyun Jung, I Love You,' 'Quick-witted Chunhyang,' 'Iljimae,' 'Queen Seondeok,' 'May Queen,' 'Cheese in the Trap,' 'Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo,' 'Golden Garden,' and the film 'The Outlaws: The Bad Guys' World.'

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