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Song Young Kyu, Star of 'EXTREME JOB', Passes Away, Found in Car

Song Young Kyu, Star of 'EXTREME JOB', Passes Away, Found in Car

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Song Young Kyu, Star of 'EXTREME JOB', Passes Away, Found in Car

Actor Song Young Kyu, known for the box office film 'EXTREME JOB', has reportedly passed away at the age of 55. Police from the Yongin Eastern Police Station in Gyeonggi-do confirmed that the actor's body was found inside a vehicle on Monday morning, August 4, 2025, around 8 AM local time.

The discovery was initiated by a report from an acquaintance who recognized Song Young Kyu's identity and immediately contacted the authorities. The police are currently conducting further investigations regarding the cause of his death.

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This sad news shocked the public, considering that Song Young Kyu is an up-and-coming actor after his role in the action-comedy film 'EXTREME JOB' in 2019.

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According to media reports, his mental condition is said to have drastically declined after a drunk driving (DUI) case that ensnared him last June.

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The case even led to him being removed from the drama he was starring in, triggering negative spotlight and harsh comments from the public.

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A close source revealed that the actor is experiencing heavy pressure due to the malicious articles and comments that have been raining down on him on social media.

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"He is very stressed by the malicious articles and comments, and the situation at that time was really not supportive," said the source.

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The police are still investigating whether this factor is related to the sudden death of the actor born on April 18, 1970.

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Chosun Biz reported that a funeral hall has been prepared in Room 1 of the Davos Hospital funeral home in the Cheoin District, Yongin, Gyeonggi Province.

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The funeral service is scheduled for 8 AM on August 6, 2025, and the deceased is planned to be buried at Hambeoksan Memorial Park.