Mnet's "Produce 48's" Park Seo Young, also famously known as ROYA, recently shared a heartfelt tribute to the late ASTRO member Moonbin. The idol, who was found dead in his home on April 19th, caused shock and dismay among the entertainment industry and fans alike. Through Roya's Instagram story,, fans caught a glimpse of the hardships encountered by the late idol's family, most especially his sister, Moon Sua.
An Emotional Post on Instagram
ROYA took to Instagram on April 25th to express her grief and pay tribute to Moonbin. She uploaded an old photo from their childhood on her story saying that she did not have any recent photos with Moonbin. Because ever since they hit their mid-20s, they didn't get the chance to hang out as much as they used to.
Furthermore, she also addressed Moonbin as their "big brother" and mentioned how she's confident he'll keep watching over them from up above.
Revealing the Struggles of Moon Sua and Family
In her Instagram story, ROYA confessed that Moon Sua, Eunbi (SinB's real name), and their aunt and uncle are all having a hard time coping with Moonbin's sudden passing. She said that everyone who knew Moonbin misses him dearly and that he must have been a really good person. ROYA expressed regret for not being able to spend more time with him during his final days.
A Promise to Visit and Take Care of Moon Sua and Eunbi
ROYA also shared her plans to visit Moonbin's resting place with Moon Sua and Eunbi, bringing flowers as a token of gratitude for his presence in their lives. She assured the late idol that she would look after the two from the sidelines, and her only wish is for Moonbin to be at peace.
The Heartbreaking Photo of Moonbin's Childhood
Along with her heartfelt message, ROYA also shared a photo that showcased Moonbin's bright childhood. The picture, which brought many to tears, featured ROYA standing side by side with Moonbin, Moon Sua, and SinB, smiling brightly.
In the background, singer Poppin' Hyun Joon and actor Lee Joon Gi made V poses.
Remembering Moonbin's Career and Legacy
Moonbin, born in 1998, began his acting career as a child actor in the KBS 2TV drama "Boys Over Flowers" in 2009. Then in 2016, he finally debuted as a member ASTRO. Moonbin recently worked as a member of the unit group "Moonbin & Sanha" and participated in overseas concerts, meeting fans from around the world.
A separate space has been set up by the agency for fans to commemorate Moonbin's life, and everyone is welcome to visit until April 30th. Moonbin's funeral was held privately on April 22nd at the funeral hall of Seoul Asan Hospital, in accordance with the wishes of the bereaved family.
