K-Pop Star Goo Hara Found Dead at 28

Singer and star of Korean Pop, Goo Hara was found dead at the age of 28  in her house at Seoul in South Korea. According to a report in Variety, Goo, real name Goo Ha-ra, and also known under the single name Hara, was a former member of the five-part girl group Kara from 2008 to 2015. Post that, she launched a solo music career and also accumulated a number of film and TV roles.

The cause of her death is currently unclear. The police have not yet made an official report about her death, nor have they confirmed if Goo died by suicide.

But it is known that she attempted suicide in March this year after an ex-boyfriend attempted to blackmail her with threats of assault and the release of a sex video. Amid the dispute, Goo’s agency terminated her contract.

In June, she signed a new contract with leading talent management agency Production Ogi in Japan, where Kara had enjoyed huge popularity. Under Ogi, Goo appeared on TV shows and major fashion events in Japan. One of Hara's closest friends, singer-actress Sulli died by committing in suicide in October. During that time, Hara said that she was fine and was working harder towards her Instagram live session.

We hope Hara rests in peace.