Following the news of ASTRO's Moonbin's sudden and untimely passing on April 19, 2023, friends, fans, and the K-Pop industry have come together to pay their respects and condolences to the talented, kind, and bright young star. Launching from Koreaboo, Moonbin's friends and all his colleagues in the industry continued to post tributes, photos, memories and condolences in the days after his death.
Meanwhile Fantagio, ASTRO and Moonbin's company, has asked for privacy and understanding as Moonbin's family, friends, and colleagues grieve for their loss. Moonbin's funeral was held privately on April 22, 2023 at an undisclosed location to provide space for his friends and family during this unimaginably difficult time.
Fantagio Entertainment made the following statement, "In accordance with the wishes of the bereaved family, the funeral will be held as privately as possible with family members and company associates." Definitely Fantagio. Whereas AROHA (fan name ASTRO) who are in Korea found a special way to honor Moonbin ASTRO by erecting a memorial in front of the Fantagio building, showering the façade with flowers and endless messages for Moonbin.
The memorial space continued to expand throughout the day, extending to the parking area across the street from the company building. A note was placed on the company's door, and letters, photos, and some of Moonbin's favorite drinks and snacks were also left at the memorial site.
Then, international fans have also created beautiful memories around the world to remember and honor ASTRO's Moonbin. They brought flowers, letters and photographs, which were then placed in a memorial in London, England. Fans in Dallas, Texas, have also set up a place where fans can leave messages for Moonbin and there will be a moment of silence for him at 19:00 local time.
In front of the Korean Danish embassy, AROHA left balloons, flowers, messages and photos of Moonbin. AROHA in LA also left flowers, photos and messages. Kind fans also left one of Moonbin's favorite drinks, Nesquick. In addition, several memorial sites have been established in the Philippines, and a memorial Mass is held in his honor.
In Adelaide, Australia, AROHA honored Moonbin with a memorial wall. Lastly, In Macau, AROHA gathered for the anniversary at the venue where the real ASTRO Moonbin & Sanha fan concert will be held on April 22, 2023. Additional commemorations continued around the world as AROHA gathered to love and honor Moonbin in a beautiful and touching way.
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