Following the tragic news of Jonghyun‘s passing, people around the world have shared their reactions and messages on Twitter.
The outpour of support has been incredible and these are some of the most thoughtful, caring tweets we found.
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You've worked hard. You've made your family proud. Thank you for all the music you gave us, I'll always rmb you and love you. Rest in peace
— ℓiz
(@mollyysim) December 18, 2017
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No matter what we do idols are human too. No amount of money and fame can bring real happiness to people. Every single one is fighting their own battles.
Jonghyun you have fought hard in this cruel world. May you rest in peace. We love you
— Meow (@meowbinn) December 18, 2017
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There are artists, actors, musicians, & authors that come into our lives & inspire us or simply make us feel more human… less alone. Their work touches our hearts & helps many of us through our own dark times.
To lose that light is awful. RIP#샤이니 #종현 #SHINee #Jonghyun
— 크리스티나 says… ლ(ಠ益ಠ)ლ (@CurlyFourEyes) December 18, 2017
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I can't believe this… SHINee (and BB) was the first kpop group I staned… they used to be all my life and they still have a special place in my heart… I just can't believe this happened… I will always love you & you forever will be loved 종현
— You did well, Jonghyun (@TaenderV) December 18, 2017
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full body chills and my chest hurts after hearing the news about jonghyun. so so heartbroken. shinee were my first kpop love and i have so much respect for the members. mental health is just so incredibly important for everyone in all walks of life, if you're hurting, please talk
— Thomston (@ThomstonMusic) December 18, 2017
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Breaking cause of the #Jonghyun news. Shinee was the group that introduced me to kpop. Can't believe this happened. We need to start takin mental health more seriously.
— Aranya Johar (@AranyaJohar) December 18, 2017
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To one of the most inspirational and amazing person that has ever walked on this world, may he Rest In Peace.
My condolences to his family, friends and his dearest Shawols and members. May he find a sweeter life in a different place.
We will forever miss you Kim Jong-Hyun.
— CB
(@jeon_sunshine_) December 18, 2017
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Rest In Peace Jonghyun, you were talented and person who brought joy to many of your fans, only wished you had the same happiness you gave to others.
— Victor (@VictorMurillo14) December 18, 2017
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rest in peace jonghyun, im so sorry that you had to go through what you went through alone to the point where the only way you saw was to end it im so sorry jonghyun. you touched so many people's lives and hearts and helped so many people through their hard times and im sorry-
— joshua; (@hoshisoons) December 18, 2017
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Know that you've inspired so many in this field. Know that your music has done so much and meant so much to so many. Rest in peace Kim Jonghyun.
— j.k (@1lytaehyung) December 18, 2017
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https://twitter.com/kongniverse/status/942714856335015936
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We lost a beautiful and talented soul tonight but heaven gains another angel.
Thank you for creating great music, for showing love for the fans, for staying strong all these years, for being with your SHINee members. Thank you for making us smile.
Rest in peace, Kim Jonghyun.
— sarah (@jintoxicated) December 18, 2017
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how hard had he been fighting? alone, in him. rest in peace kim jonghyun, one of the best and most passionate musician in this industry. you've worked hard, you really did.
please be at peace now.
— nayeon. (@nayeonkfk) December 18, 2017
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I was very lucky to catch Jonghyun live quite a few times. Jonghyun, thank you for singing, working hard, training, composing, being a shinee member… for the past few years. You must have went through so much to choose this path.. rest in peace.
— 94 DEGREES (@94_degrees) December 18, 2017
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Im so sorry sweetie you suffered so much. Im sorry people are so ignorant to realize that your depression is a severe matter. Im sorry we werent able to help. Im sorry for everything. Please Jonghyun, rest in peace. God had placed you in a better place now
— Rest well, Jonghyun (@tashiikon) December 18, 2017
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I wish for Jonghyun to find peace wherever he is. Bless him for his great work as an idol, his charities, his passion for his work, and for giving us his best smile every time. Thank you, Jonghyun. You will not be forgotten.
— you did well, jonghyun. (@alsanarishkyx) December 18, 2017
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Jonghyun was someone who always inspire me to be a better person, and his BN messages always give me so much strength to continue even though it was difficult
— 종현아 수고했어요 |
찡쫑범밍탬
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Sometimes the person who smiles the most was the person who's more broken than someone else, not a shawol but my heart grieves for Shinee's Kim Jonghyun. I was just watching the teaser for his episode in night goblin. May you rest in paradise. #ripjonghyun
— THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING JONGHYUN-OPPA
(@inLovekeHK) December 18, 2017
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I would like to send my condolences to Jonghyun’s family, friends, and fans. This is such a completely unexpected event that shouldn’t be brought upon to anyone. He was a beautiful person and now he is a beautiful angel whose legacy should be cherished. #shinee
— nayna (@popjfuij) December 18, 2017
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jonghyun, you did well, in fact, you did your best. thank you for being a part of the most legendary artists in the K-pop world. you will be missed. #RestInPeaceJonghyun
— 바람 한을 그리고 너 (@omgxxaj) December 18, 2017
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Rest In peace Kim Jonghyun. Thank you for your voice, your love, your smiles and for inspiring and making millions of people happy.
— Amani (Ninie)
(@nuramani6) December 18, 2017
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[[ that being said, heaven gained an angel today. his legacy, and all the people he touched through his existence will carry on with his memory in their hearts. condolences to his family and friends. rest in peace, kim jonghyun.
— mason. #DAEHYUNDAY (@ANlMEB0Y) December 18, 2017
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My heart dropped hearing the news. Heartbroken. I was in disbelief and shock, knowing that such an inspiring artist passed away. Rest in Peace, Jonghyun senior. You are and will always be remembered and loved. I send my deepest condolences to his family and friends. #RIPJonghyun
— Siyeon, Park. (@siyeonere) December 18, 2017
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I seriously cant believe this, Shinee helped me through my depression especially Jonghyun……. i cant handle this but may god look after him now, he will 100% be more happy with god….. & i will forever love and remember Jonghyun
— Belle (@justsoKp) December 18, 2017
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jonghyun was loved by many people and he was truly an inspiration. my condolences goes out to everyone who is effected by these terrible news, family, friends, fans. may you rest in peace jonghyun. i hope you wont be in pain anymore
— thy
(@trashforjin) December 18, 2017
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Even though we're unsure of what really happened to Jonghyun.. let's remind ourselves what a beautiful heart he had even if we didn't see the darkness he may have struggled through… we can only pray for a restful peace for a beautiful soul.
— Fei
(@heyitsfeiii) December 18, 2017
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I am… devastated. Jonghyun (Shinee) committed a suicide few hours ago… I hope and wish the Korean society and especially music area will understand that they are not robots but actual human beings. May he rests in peace.. #Jonghyun
— Seo Seul Hyo (@SeoSeulHyo) December 18, 2017