Singer Hwang Garam. Courtesy of Double X Entertainment

Kim Young-Han, CEO of Double X Entertainment, has passed away.

According to Double X Entertainment on the 4th, during his lifetime CEO Kim led the agency representing Hwang Garam, Beom-Jin, Kim Ki-Tae, Lee Byung-Chan, Cheetah (Cheetah), Brown Tiger, Kim Kyung-Rok, Park Hye-Kyung, Blue Hwa, Choi Jeon-Seol, and others. He spearheaded the discovery of new talent and a variety of music projects based on an artist-centered production philosophy.

In particular, by maintaining a production policy that respects the individuality and musical direction of each artist, he earned deep trust both within and beyond the music industry. The funeral will be held quietly as a private family ceremony in accordance with the wishes of the bereaved family.

Future management of Double X Entertainment will be led by Director Hong Hee-Rae, who has been responsible for management and operations. Delegated representative authority, Hong will carry out the existing management system to minimize any disruption.