Moonbin, the cherished K-pop idol and member of ASTRO, tragically died at the age of 25 in his residence in Seoul's Gangnam-gu district. The gifted performer had a history of grappling with anxiety and health issues, which resulted in a career hiatus before his untimely passing. This article delves into Moonbin's health struggles, his temporary break from ASTRO, and his tragic demise.

Moonbin's Health Challenges: Facing Anxiety Throughout His Life Throughout his career with ASTRO, Moonbin candidly discussed his ongoing battle with stress and anxiety. In a 2019 Newsen interview, he disclosed that he had struggled with anxiety since childhood, attending therapy sessions and taking medication to manage his symptoms. Exercise and support from loved ones helped him deal with his anxiety, he revealed.

Moonbin also frequently underscored the importance of addressing mental health and seeking assistance when necessary.

ASTRO Hiatus: Prioritizing Health On November 12, 2019, Moonbin declared a temporary break from ASTRO for health reasons. While preparing for the group's eighth EP, "Blue Flame," he became unwell and underwent comprehensive medical tests.

ASTRO's label, Fantagio, announced that Moonbin would pause his group activities to concentrate on rest and treatment, following medical staff recommendations.

Moonbin rejoined the group on February 14, 2020, after his hiatus ended.

Devastating Loss: Moonbin's Heartbreaking Death at 25

Fantagio confirmed Moonbin's passing on ASTRO's Instagram page, expressing profound sorrow and shock.

The Seoul Gangnam Police Department issued a statement suggesting that Moonbin took his own life and that discussions were ongoing regarding a potential autopsy to ascertain the exact cause of death.

In the wake of the tragic news, Moonbin & Sanha's DIFFUSION tour was canceled, with LUMINA Entertainment announcing the cancellation of the Jakarta, Indonesia stop scheduled for May 23 due to unforeseen circumstances.

Moonbin's Lasting Impact Before joining ASTRO, Moonbin was a child model and trained with Fantagio since fifth grade. He and the other group members made their debut in the South Korean TV drama "To Be Continued" in 2015.

ASTRO released their first album, Spring Up, in February 2016, featuring the popular single Hide & Seek. Billboard recognized ASTRO as one of the top new K-pop acts in 2016. The group's most recent album, Drive To The Starry Road, was released in May of last year.

Moonbin is survived by his sister, Moon Sua, who is a member of the K-pop girl group Billlie.

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