Little Women’s Park Min Jae passes away at 32 due to cardiac arrest; funeral to be held on December 4
South Korean actor Park Min Jae tragically passes away at 32 due to sudden cardiac arrest. Read on for more details.
Trigger warning: Mentions of death
Park Min Jae, the rising South Korean actor, has tragically passed away. The artist was found dead at the age of 32 due to sudden cardiac arrest. The tragic news was confirmed by the artist’s agency and also his family members. The actor’s untimely death has left everyone shocked.
On December 2, 2024, several reports of the actor Park Min Jae passing away emerged. It was confirmed that the actor lost his life on November 29, 2024. The reason behind his demise is stated as a sudden cardiac arrest while he was traveling in China. However, the actor had no other medical conditions.
Park Min Jae’s agency, Big Title, released an official statement mourning the loss of the actor. They shared, “Park Min Jae, a talented actor who loved acting and always gave his best, has passed away. We deeply appreciate the love and support he received. Although we can no longer watch his performances, we will proudly remember him as a valued actor of Big Title. May he rest in peace.”
Moreover, Big Title CEO Hwang Joo Hye shared her deep sorrow over Park Min Jae’s sudden passing. Reflecting on his dreams and their shared moments, she wrote, "The guy who said he would conquer China and go on a month-long trip has gone on a much longer journey. It was so sudden and so shocking." She also expressed her regret and gratitude, saying there was so much left unsaid and undone. Hwang concluded her heartfelt tribute by vowing, "I will never forget the name, Actor Park Min Jae."
Park Min Jae's younger brother shared a heartfelt note on Instagram, expressing his grief: "My dear brother has found his rest. I hope many people will keep him in their memories. Please understand that I am unable to reach out to everyone individually."
Park Min Jae rose to prominence in 2021 with his performance in IDOL: The Coup and continued to impress audiences with roles in notable dramas such as Little Women, Numbers, Tomorrow and Korea-Khitan War. His last appearance was in the web drama Snap and Spark, marking the final chapter of his career.
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