As One Lee Min, Shocking News of Sudden Death in the Entertainment Industry

Lee Min (real name Lee Min-young), a member of the R&B female duo As One that dominated the 1990s and 2000s, has suddenly passed away, shocking the entertainment industry and fans. The agency Brand New Music expressed deep condolences through an official statement on the 7th. The sadness is even greater as the deceased had been actively working until recently.

Agency's Official Statement and Funeral Procedures

The agency Brand New Music officially stated on the 7th that 『the bereaved family and all employees of Brand New Music are in great shock and sorrow due to the sudden news』. They added that 『the funeral will be quietly held privately according to the wishes of the bereaved family』 and requested for the peaceful rest of the deceased. As of August 7, 2025, the deceased's mortuary has been set up at Bundang Jesaeng Hospital in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, with the funeral scheduled for 5:30 AM on the 9th.

Colleagues and Fans in Shock Over Sudden News

The deceased was reportedly found dead on the afternoon of the 5th. Especially since she had recently released a new single and appeared on broadcasts, the shock among fans and colleagues is immense. Another member of As One, Crystal (Chae Da-hee), has urgently returned from the U.S. and is said to be keeping vigil at the mortuary in sorrow. Online communities and social media are filled with posts from fans mourning the deceased.

The Legacy of the 90s Representative R&B Duo 'As One'

Lee Min debuted in 1999 with As One's first album 『Day By Day』 and received great love from the public for her outstanding vocal ability and emotional melodies. As One left behind numerous hit songs.

• I Want and I Resent

• Day By Day

• I Hope You Don't Know

• Not at All

As One established itself as a representative group of the 90s R&B scene with their sweet voices and sophisticated music. The sudden news of Lee Min's death feels like the loss of a beautiful voice from an era.