Lee Min-ho mourns death of his beloved pet dog Choco: “16 years”

• Lee Min-ho announced the death of his beloved miniature pinscher Choco, who was with him for 16 years

• He shared emotional photos on social media, including one of Choco lifeless surrounded by flowers and another of Choco’s urn after cremation

• In his caption, he expressed hope that their time together was happy and thanked fans for loving Choco

• Fans worldwide sent messages of sympathy as Lee mourned the loss ahead of his upcoming film release

South Korean megastar Lee Min‑ho has shared the heartbreaking news of the passing of his cherished canine companion, Choco, a miniature pinscher who had spent 16 cherished years at his side. The actor posted a series of poignant photos on July 12 showing moments from their long journey together—from playful times to the final image of Choco’s urn after cremation.

He tenderly wrote: “My beloved Choco, after the 16 years given to us, has returned to nature. I hope the time we spent together was happy, and I’ve always been grateful for the love you gave to Choco.” 

Fans across the globe expressed heartfelt condolences, many recalling how Choco had become a familiar part of Lee’s public life over the years. Their grieving messages poured in as fans said farewell to the loyal pup who had touched so many hearts alongside Lee.

This emotional loss comes just ahead of Lee Min‑ho’s return to the big screen in Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint, prompting both joy at his upcoming role and sympathy for his personal sorrow. Amidst this bittersweet moment, Lee honored Choco’s memory with gratitude and grace, reminding fans of the enduring bond between a man and his cherished pet.

Lee Min-ho, who was born on June 22, 1987, is a famous actor and singer in South Korea. He rose to fame with his role as Gu Jun-pyo in the romance drama Boys Over Flowers, earning him the Baeksang Arts Award for Best New Actor. He is also known for his roles in popular drama shows such as City Hunter (2011), The Heirs (2013), The Legend of the Blue Sea (2016), and The King: Eternal Monarch (2020).

In other news related to Korean showbiz, K-drama star Kang Seo Ha has passed away at 31 years old. The South Korean actress died following a battle with cancer. A presumed family member announced the heartbreaking news through a post on July 13. Kang Seo Ha appeared in various dramas including “Heart Surgeons,” “First Love Again,” “Schoolgirl Detectives,” and “Assembly”.

Previously, South Korean actress and beauty queen Jung Ga Eun is now pursuing a new career as a taxi driver. She decided to switch careers to support herself and her daughter after her ex-husband’s betrayal and departure. In a video on her YouTube channel, Jung documented her search for work in the taxi industry. Jung, who debuted as a model in 1997 and was later named a runner-up in the 2001 Miss Korea Gyeongnam competition, rose to fame with comedic roles and variety show appearances.

Source: KAMI.com.gh