On August 5, photos of Song and his family—initially shared on his personal Instagram—began circulating across online platforms. While intended as memories, these images have now exposed the identities of his loved ones during a time of deep mourning.
The situation worsened as some netizens shared the real names of Song’s family members, allegedly extracted from his funeral announcements. These revelations have led to unfounded speculations about his personal life and family circumstances, drawing criticism for violating the family’s right to privacy.
The wave of attention was further fueled by past remarks Song made in a 2020 episode of tvN’s The House Detox, where he shared, “We moved from a spacious apartment we lived in for 11 years to a semi-basement unit to afford our children’s education.”
After his death, acquaintances added context by stating that Song had been under immense stress due to personal and financial difficulties, including the decline in acting roles and his wife’s struggling café business. They noted the couple had recently begun living apart.
While these statements were likely made to shed light on the actor’s state of mind, they unintentionally deepened public scrutiny, leading to speculative narratives that many see as crossing ethical lines—especially given that Song’s funeral has not yet concluded.
Song Young-kyu was found deceased in his car near his Yongin townhouse at approximately 8 a.m. on August 4. Authorities confirmed the discovery was made by a close acquaintance. News later emerged that Song had faced a drunk driving charge in June, which may have compounded his recent struggles.
Sources: daum