Sam Kim's Father Passes Away

“K-Pop Star Season 3″ runner-up Sam Kim’s father has passed away.

According to a Korean media outlet based in Seattle, Washington, the restaurant run by Sam Kim’s father was robbed, and Sam Kim’s father was shot to death by the robber on January 13 (local time).

On January 26, Sam Kim’s agency Antenna stated, “We confirmed that the news reported earlier today about Sam Kim’s father passing away is true. We would be grateful if you could convey your condolences to Sam Kim who lost his father and pray for the deceased. May he rest in peace.”

The funeral of Sam Kim’s father was held locally on January 24 (local time). Sam Kim also attended and shared his sorrow with his family. Sam Kim dedicated his song “Don’t Worry,” which he originally wrote for his mother, to his father by changing the lyrics to reflect his feelings about his father.

We send our sincerest condolences to Sam Kim and his family.

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