What happened to Sam Kim's father? Fans offer support in wake of the tragic shooting

On January 26, 2023, Sam Kim's father, Kim Han-soo, was revealed as the victim of an armed robbery that took place in Seattle, Washington.

As the co-owner of a teriyaki restaurant located in Seattle, Kim Han-soo was present in the restaurant like any other day performing his duties, when an armed group of robbers entered the restaurant on January 13 at 8:30 PM, causing the death of the singer-songwriter's father.

Kim Han-soo was soon transported to a hospital after police gathered at the location of Rainier Teriyaki. However, after succumbing to the injuries caused by the gunshot to his chest that took place during the robbery, Kim Han-soo reportedly died at the age of 58.

Following his death, a funeral was held for the victim at a Seattle Church on January 24 that gathered a crowd of 200 people belonging to the Korean-American community. The current Consul General of the ROK Consulate General in Seattle was also present to honor the dead.

When the news hit his fans, they were shocked and sent their condolences and support to the singer. His agency has also informed the masses that he'll be spending some time off mourning the loss of his father.

Fans send their condolences to Sam Kim after the tragic death of his father, Kim Han-soo

It was revealed that Sam Kim's single, Don't Worry, which was originally written for his mother, has been shifted to dedicate the same to his father after the tragic incident.

The singer-songwriter supposedly changed the official lyrics of the song and performed it during his father's funeral ceremony, which brought tears to much of the audience present there.

The singer's agency, Antenna Music, released an official statement confirming the legitimacy of the news that's caused many spurs on the internet and expressing their grievances about the same issue.

From fans to fellow Korean music artists, including Jay Park, many sent their condolences to the singer-songwriter after hearing the news.

About Sam Kim, the Korean-American singer-songwriter

Housed under the Antenna Music agency, Sam Kim is a 24-year-old singer, songwriter, producer, and guitarist. The artist was scouted by the agency during his participation in the talent show K-pop Star 3 when he was still a runner-up.

He's well-known for his legendary OSTs in several K-dramas such as Confession in Cheer Up, Love Me Like That in Nevertheless, Breath in It's Okay To Not Be Okay, and more. Many have praised the artist for his outstanding vocals expressed in the songs and singles he's put forth.

Given the tough times for the artist, fans continue to send words of support and affection to help him through the grieving period and to heal from the tragedy of the incident.

About the author

Aishwarya is a pop culture writer who covers K-drama and K-pop at Sportskeeda. After completing her Bachelor's in English and Communication Skills, she sought a job that allowed her to explore her passion, and being a K-pop and K-drama reporter felt like the ideal fit. Aishwarya has 3 years of experience under her belt and previously took on several internships in the industry that further motivated her in choosing writing as a career.

Aishwarya believes in conducting extensive research and verifying facts with the help of reputable sources to produce accurate articles. She also spends a significant amount of time on Twitter to understand how netizens are reacting to the latest trends in the industry before crafting her content.

She admires SUGA from BTS for his dedication to his work and aspires to immerse herself into the things she loves, just like him. If she could go back in time, she would jump at the opportunity to be part of ""Reply 1988,"" a K-drama set in a time when neighborhood relationships were cherished and interpersonal connections were of utmost importance. Although she loves how technology has advanced, she would also love to experience living in an era before it was invented.

When Aishwarya's not writing and reading about the latest developments in the industry, she spends her time crocheting, sketching, cycling, reading Mangas, and cooking.

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