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On 9th March 2020, an unthinkable tragic incident had happened on what supposed to be a joyous occasion of Taeyeon’s 31st birthday (international age) yesterday. Her beloved daddy had unfortunately passed away due to a heart attack. While I can’t imagine how traumatic and depressing it must be for Taenggu right now to deal with such a sudden loss what’s more on her birthday, I wish I could do something to help her get through this difficult time together despite not being able to be physically by her side to give her support. So here I am writing this condolence post looking back at my past artworks and writings I did in loving memory of Papa Kim.
Read full writeup about the above my Father’s Day 2017 card that I made for Taenggu’s dad:
FOR TAENGGU DAD: HAPPY FATHER’S DAY 2017
I also read several tweets of condolences and heart-warming stories about Papa Kim sent by fans from all over the world. While reading all these, I also got to know Papa Kim, whom I haven’t met in real life, more and more. His genuine fatherly love for his dear daughter Taenggu touched my heart deeply.
Papa Kim is truly the proudest dad. He even turned their shop into a taeyeon museum. Rest in peace. Thank you.
Taeyeon-ah I love you. I'll stay, we will stay pic.twitter.com/sdFcOShz6t
— R. | FOREVER1 ❤️ (@labelsoshi) March 9, 2020
https://twitter.com/mellifluousNY/status/1237017757889093632
Dear Papa Kim,
I'm a sone whose heart was warmed by your hospitality at eyebis. I'd been nervous, first time in KR, planning 2 days in Jeonju just in case. But you welcomed me at the shrine and smiled at the gifts. It was a nice chat I'll remember.
Thank you, and R.I.P..
— GIRLS⁷ FOREVER¹ (@itsakyo) March 9, 2020
(Q: Of the things your parents have passed down to you, what do you like the most?) “… [Also], my dad’s singing abilities. I was in awe whenever I saw my dad singing when I was little.”
cr: sonexstella
— Celebrity Mag July ‘15— taeyeon quotes (@wordsbytaeng) March 9, 2020
(YHY: Do you think your singing is a talent?) “I think it’s genetic? (YHY: Genetic? Was your family then perhaps..?) Ah, my father was a singer. He was in a band. (YHY: May I ask what band he’s in?) Ah.. just a neighborhood band.”
cr: wbt
— 120601 TTS on YHY Sketchbook pic.twitter.com/OkmaimHEd6— taeyeon quotes (@wordsbytaeng) March 9, 2020
In loving memory of Appa Kim pic.twitter.com/pnfS4SvLuZ
— 💭소원 waiting for 소시컴백💖 (@jasminelep) March 9, 2020
— 💭소원 waiting for 소시컴백💖 (@jasminelep) March 9, 2020
I am no longer a crazy fan girl like I was 6 years ago. But I will always remember how Taeyeon’s dad had treated us genuinely and lovingly. Thank you and may you Rest In Peace. https://t.co/7xrSkb7kWM
— SeohyunAddict (@seomatefio) March 9, 2020
Thanks for being the reason why Taeyeon explored singing, got to travel between Jeonju and Seoul (while studying/staying w family) for singing lessons before she even became a trainee, for inspiring Taeyeon's love for cars & Mercedes Benz, for always welcoming fans at eyebis..
— 💭소원 waiting for 소시컴백💖 (@jasminelep) March 9, 2020
These 2 High Cut photos of #Taeyeon were released on the day we visited Jeonju and I remember the proud look on Papa Kim’s face when we showed him.
He smiled widely and said, “Wahhhhh whose daughter is this? So pretty~~~”
Then he kept the copy of High Cut without asking 😅 pic.twitter.com/3odOUvqbQS
— Kym Lee (@Kymmie) March 9, 2020
RIP Papa Kim 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/Jdb4ygjoOt
— Kym Lee (@Kymmie) March 9, 2020
— ً (@ktysource) March 9, 2020
Sending my deepest condolences to Taenggu and her family right now. I pray for all of you to get through and cope well with the loss of Papa Kim together.
Rest in peace, Papa Kim.
Thank you for all the love you’ve showered upon Taenggu all these while.
탱구아빠, 사랑해요! ❤️❤️❤️
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