Sandara Park Remembers Late Friend Lee Hee-cheol on His Birthday: "I Love You, I'll Visit Again"

Sandara Park Visits Memorial for Lee Hee-cheol on His Birthday, Expressing Heartfelt Grief

Singer Sandara Park displayed her unwavering friendship by visiting the memorial of her close friend, the late Lee Hee-cheol, on his birthday. On October 28, 2025, Sandara Park posted several photos on her social media account along with the message, "Happy birthday, my friend Hee-cheol. I love you, I'll come see you again," paying tribute to the deceased. The released photos show Sandara Park gazing at the camera with a tender expression in front of Lee Hee-cheol's reliquary. In particular, Sandara Park added, "Every time I go to Hee-cheol's memorial, a rainbow appears. I can't help but think that Hee-cheol came to see us. I wish that were the case," expressing her deep longing for her departed friend.

Sandara Park and the late Lee Hee-cheol maintained a close friendship as colleagues in the entertainment industry, and the sudden tragic news left many heartbroken. Sandara Park has often shared memories of the deceased on social media, mourning his death. This visit to the memorial is seen as an extension of that mourning, touching the hearts of many fans. Sandara Park's heartfelt tribute is rapidly spreading online, creating an atmosphere where many netizens are remembering the deceased together. In particular, broadcast programs and past activities with the deceased are being re-examined, and voices longing for his bright and positive energy are growing louder.

Late Lee Hee-cheol Passes Away Suddenly at 40…Active in Various Fields During His Life

The late Lee Hee-cheol passed away suddenly in January of this year due to a myocardial infarction (heart attack) at the age of 40. The sudden news of his death shocked and saddened many. During his life, the deceased was active in various fields and received much love from the public. In particular, he gained great popularity by appearing on Pungja's personal channel, recording 1 million views, and also appeared on KBS2's 'Mr. House Husband 2', showcasing his friendly charm to viewers. He also actively communicated with the public by sharing his daily life through his personal channel 'Bravely Vlog'. His bright and positive demeanor brought laughter and hope to many, making his sudden death even more tragic.

The late Lee Hee-cheol's younger sibling expressed their sorrow through the deceased's social media account, saying, "My brother, who was always full of energy and love..." Memorial comments from fellow celebrities and fans who had been with him during his life are continuing on the deceased's social media, and voices longing for his bright smile and positive energy are ceaseless. The deceased's sudden death also served as an opportunity to raise awareness of myocardial infarction. Experts emphasize that regular lifestyle habits and a healthy diet are important for preventing myocardial infarction, and they urge special caution, especially in winter, as blood vessels constrict, increasing the risk of myocardial infarction. It is reported that the deceased's family is planning donation activities to solve social problems that he was interested in during his life, in order to honor his wishes.

Sandara Park Continues to Mourn…Netizens Also Pay Tribute

Since the death of Lee Hee-cheol, Sandara Park has consistently mourned the deceased through social media and commemorated his spirit. She has shared photos containing memories with the deceased and expressed her affection by conveying messages such as "I miss you" and "I love you." This visit to the memorial is also interpreted as an extension of this mourning, and many fans are touched by Sandara Park's sincere heart and are paying tribute to the deceased together. Netizens left comments such as "Your friendship was so beautiful, it's sad", "May he rest in peace in heaven", and "Stay strong, Sandara Park", mourning the deceased and cheering on Sandara Park. In particular, broadcast programs and past activities with the deceased are being re-examined through online communities and social media, and voices longing for his bright and positive energy are growing louder.