'The Origin of K-pop Girl Groups,' the Late Ok Hee, Full of Smiles in Her Portrait.. Hong Soo-hwan in Deep Grief [Star Issue]

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Veteran singer Ok Hee, who passed away at the age of 73, left mourners speechless with a portrait photo of her smiling. Her husband, former world boxing champion Hong Soo-hwan, stood by her side.

Ok Hee's wake was held on the 21st at Funeral Hall No. 22 of Seoul Asan Hospital in Songpa-gu, Seoul. In the portrait photo, Ok Hee smiled brightly, leaving those around her heartbroken.

Hong Soo-hwan, who suffered the loss of his wife, stood by her side with a grief-stricken expression.

Ok Hee passed away on the afternoon of the 20th after battling kidney cancer. She was 73. Her funeral procession is scheduled for the 24th, and her burial site is Hambaek Mountain Memorial Park.

Born in 1953, Ok Hee was a native of Busan. She debuted in 1968 as the leader of the five-member group Seoul Sisters, showcasing her presence as the 'origin of global K-pop girl groups' while also performing overseas.

After returning to Korea, she debuted as a solo artist in 1974 with "I Don't Know," followed by hit songs such as "Speak Only with Your Eyes," "I Wonder Where You Are," "Oh, That Day," "Neighbors," and "Hold Hands," which brought her great popularity.

After growing close to Hong Soo-hwan in 1978, she had a daughter but experienced the pain of separation. They successfully reunited in 1995, and in 2000, she released a praise album and even appeared on stage at a charity concert.

Hong Soo-hwan, who lost his wife of many years, silently gazed at her portrait photo, smiling brightly, at the wake today, remembering her. Ok Hee, who had received the public's love with her bright smile on stage during her lifetime, has now entered eternal rest.

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