Singer Kasim Hoang Vu passed away in the US at the age of 46 after a period of serious illness.
Kasim Hoang Vu, the winner of the 2004 Sao Mai Rendezvous singing competition, has passed away at his home in Texas, USA. The death of the male singer at the age of 46 has shocked the artistic community and his fans.
On March 5th, news of singer Kasim Hoang Vu's death at the age of 46 was confirmed, deeply affecting his fans. According to his family, the singer passed away last weekend at his home in Texas, USA. However, the family decided to keep the information private for a few days to avoid public attention and prepare for the funeral.
The sudden passing after a long battle with illness.
According to VietNamNet, Kasim Hoang Vu passed away after a coughing fit at his home. His mother, Bich Phuong, immediately called for emergency services, but the singer did not survive. In his final years, the "Because of Love" singer faced a serious case of temporomandibular joint arthritis.
Complications from the disease caused the singer's face to become distorted, forcing him to undergo jawbone surgery and halt his singing career. Throughout his treatment, Kasim Hoang Vu became very private, only occasionally sharing about his weak health and emaciated appearance due to his inability to eat normally.
Colleagues are shocked and saddened.
As soon as the news was announced, many Vietnamese artists expressed their sorrow at the passing of a musical talent. Singer Tung Duong, who participated in the Sao Mai Rendezvous 2004 with Kasim, shared that he felt "heartbroken" upon hearing the sad news. Tung Duong reposted commemorative photos of the two from 20 years ago, reminiscing about a golden age for these young singers.
Comedian Thuy Nga, a close friend who had helped Kasim in the US, said she was shocked and tried to call him but his phone was off. In the eyes of his colleagues, Kasim was a hardworking, self-respecting person who didn't want to bother anyone, even when he was in the most difficult circumstances.
Singer Dan Truong also sent his deepest condolences to the family, recalling the memories of sharing meals and having energetic conversations with Kasim when he was still in Vietnam. The late singer's optimism and humorous personality were something his friends always cherished.
The artistic journey of the singer of "Because of Love"
Kasim Hoang Vu was born in 1980 in Da Nang, the son of "rock queen" Bich Phuong. He became a musical phenomenon after winning the Most Popular Singer award at the Sao Mai Rendezvous 2004. With his powerful voice and fiery rock style, he made his mark with hit songs such as "Doi Mat Pleiku," "Vi Yeu," "Vi Sao," etc.
At the peak of his career, Kasim decided to settle in the United States. There, he opened a music studio and a restaurant. Although he left the stage of his homeland, his voice still holds a special place in the hearts of audiences from the 80s and 90s generations. His passing leaves a huge void for his family and the Vietnamese music scene.
