SEVENTEEN Wonwoo's Mother Dies, Agency Asks Fans To Send Support

Wonwoo SEVENTEEN (Pledis Entertainment)

JAKARTA - Sad news came from Wonwoo, a member of the SEVENTEEN group. The mother reportedly died on Wednesday, April 6.

SEVENTEEN's agency, Pledis Entertainment released a statement to the public. Reportedly Wonwoo's mother died of illness.

“This is Pledis Entertainment. SEVENTEEN member Wonwoo's mother passed away this morning due to illness," the agency said in a statement.

The agency explained that currently the mother is still living at the funeral home. Wonwoo was also at the funeral home with his family and closest friends.

"Right now Wonwoo is in the funeral hall and the funeral will be held with his family and close friends," he said.

"We ask for your support so that Wonwoo can go through a period of mourning with his family," concluded the agency.

Wonwoo's name also occupies a trending topic today. SEVENTEEN's fan called Carat also sent condolences to the idol.

“This is a difficult day for Wonwoo. May his mother rest in peace. Thank you for raising a good child and making him what he is today," wrote one fan.

"Mingyu will probably postpone the live for his birthday, hopefully, Carats understand this is a difficult situation for Wonwoo," said another.

"Let's respect Wonwoo's privacy and stop asking him for updates okay? May the mother rest in peace," he said.