K-Pop Singer-Songwriter Park Bo Ram Found Dead At 30
Park Bo Ram, a rising star who emerged from the realm of TV singing competitions before launching to super stardom in the vibrant landscape of K-pop for over a decade, died on Thursday.
She was 30.
Authorities are currently probing into the circumstances surrounding her untimely demise. Her record label in Korea confirmed her death.
The sudden death of Boram, a multi-talented artist known for her prowess in singing, songwriting, and acting, was announced by her agency, Xanadu Entertainment, on Friday in Korea. Her cause of death is yet to be determined and is subject to investigation by the local police. Reports suggest that the beloved star was actively engaged in creating new music, having recently released two tracks earlier this year.
Boram made her mark on the K-pop scene at 17 when she captivated audiences with her soulful performances on the 2010 singing competition, 'Super Star K2.' Despite being a high school student with a penchant for R&B, she emerged as one of the youngest finalists, ultimately securing the eighth position.
Her official debut on Aug. 7, 2014, with the single 'Beautiful,' featuring renowned rapper Zico, soared to the No. 2 spot on Korea's prestigious Gaon singles chart. The song garnered accolades, earning her the esteemed Artist of the Year award at the 2014 Gaon Chart Music Awards for its remarkable success in August.
Notably, the track and its accompanying music video offered glimpses into Park's personal journey, depicting her transformative efforts to attain societal standards of beauty through rigorous exercise and extreme dieting, shedding a reported 70 pounds before her debut. Subsequently, she released her inaugural EP, 'Celepretty,' in April 2015, which not only featured the chart-topping hit 'Beautiful' but also yielded another top 10 hit.
