Park Bo Ram has tragically died aged just 30 years old.
The South Korean star found fame after appearing in the popular singing competition show Superstar K2 in 2010.
While she didn’t win the competition, her exceptional talent garnered attention and led to her musical career.
But sadly, it’s now been confirmed that Bo Ram has passed away.
Bo Ram was born on March 1, 1994, in Seoul, South Korea, and found critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase throughout her career.
She released her debut single ‘Beautiful’ in 2014.
The singer said the inspiration behind her song was her journey of losing 66 pounds – leading to concerns being raised by experts over the track’s message to listeners.
Bo Ram said (via NPR): “I think a lot of people, after listening to this song, were motivated to exercise more, lose weight, and diet.
“I think a big reason is because I put my story into it. Like, one banana, two eggs – eating just that, and you see the results in me, and that was motivating for people.”
Over the following years, the star would continue to release successful K-pop tracks.
She dropped the single ‘I Miss You’ on April 3, just days before she passed away.
Following the news of her passing, fans have taken to social media and expressed their condolences.
“Sending my condolences to her friends and family. She and her songs will forever be kept in our hearts, we lost another legend,” one fan pens.
Another adds: “Rest in peace Bo Ram. My heart is broken tonight.”
Bo Ram’s agency, XANADU Entertainment, has issued the following statement to Allkpop in light of the singer’s passing.
It reads: “Park Bo Ram suddenly left us on the late evening of April 11.
“Our hearts are deeply troubled as we deliver this sudden news to her fans. A wake and funeral proceedings will be scheduled after a discussion with the singer’s family.”
Another statement reads (via NDTV): “Park Bo Ram suddenly passed away late at night on April 11.
“All of the artists and executives at XANADU Entertainment are deeply mourning the deceased with great sadness. It is even more heartbreaking that we have to tell you this sudden news to all of the fans who support Park Bo Ram.”
Bo Ram was believed to be with two other women at her friend’s house on April 11 when she was reportedly discovered unconscious.
The singer was rushed to hospital, however, she was sadly pronounced dead at 11:17pm.
According to Allkpop, Namyangju Police Station has filed a report that says Bo Ram was drinking with her friends.
She reportedly excused herself to go to the bathroom at around 9:55pm and did not return.
The report says when her friends came to check on Bo Ram, she was ‘found slouched over the sink, unconscious’.
While waiting for emergency responders to arrive at the home, her friends attempted to perform CPR.
Bo Ram’s cause of death will be further investigated by the police, who have reportedly requested an autopsy with the National Forensic Service.
Our thoughts are with the friends and family of Park Bo Ram.
Rest in peace.
