As One’s Lee Min Passes Away at 46: K-Pop Community Mourns Beloved Vocalist

Lee Min (birth name Lee Min-young), a cherished member of the K-pop vocal duo As One, has passed away at the age of 46.

On August 6, a representative from Brand New Music, Lee Min’s agency, confirmed to Xportsnews, “Lee Min was found deceased at her home by her husband on the night of August 5.”

The agency added, “As the police investigation is still underway, we will share further details about the circumstances of her passing once the official results are available.”

Lee Min debuted in 1999 with As One’s first album, Day By Day, quickly capturing hearts with a string of hit songs including “Want and Resent,” “I Hope You Never Know,” “Mr. A-JO,” and “What Are We To Each Other?” Her soulful voice and heartfelt performances earned her a devoted fanbase over the years.

Despite the passage of time, Lee Min remained active in the music scene. Just this past June, she released a new single titled “Happy Birthday,” and also made an appearance on KBS 2TV’s Park Bo-gum’s Cantabile (a music variety program hosted by Park Bo-gum), showcasing her enduring passion for music.

Photo Credit: Brandnew Music

This article is a translated version of the original Korean article published by Xportsnews, originally written by Jeon A Ram. This article was translated from Korean using AI-assisted tools and human review to deliver an accurate and culturally appropriate version for international readers.