Park Min Jae, an actor who died at the age of 32, suffered a cardiac arrest while in China on a trip. The news was announced on December 2, 2024, via his agency Big Title.
According to Xports News, Park died on November 29. His younger brother posted an obituary on social media that said the family was "in mourning" for their beloved brother, who has gone to rest in peace.
I hope that as many people as possible can see our brother and go. Please understand that I cannot contact you all individually.
Big Title, meanwhile, published a tribute message to Park's passion for acting stating:
"A beautiful actor who loved acting and did his best for himself, Park Min-jae, has passed away. Thank you for showing your love and interest in actor Park Min-jae. We are deeply sorry to say goodbye to a star who will no longer grace our screens through his acting, but we'll remember him with pride as an actor at Big Title."
Big Title's CEO, Hwang Joo-hye, also wrote:
The guy who said he would conquer China and go on a month-long trip has gone on a very long trip.I am sorry. It was sudden; it was absurd. The family must be sad thousands of times. Minjae, you still have things to say. Things you need to do. I can't even count it all...
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Park Min Jae was recognized for his respective roles in acclaimed TV dramas, including Mr. LEE, Tomorrow, Little Women, and The Fabulous. He was known for his talent and charisma, gaining a loyal following.
The funeral home was prepared in Room 9 of the Ewha Seoul Hospital Funeral Hall. The funeral will take place at 9:30 AM on December 4, and the burial place has not yet been revealed.
Tributes from fans and colleagues have been pouring in on social media, praising the actor for his short but lasting impact on the profession.