Jaspher Cabangon, more popularly known as Sphere, of P-pop boy group ECHO, has died, the group’s management confirmed.
This was announced through a statement released on ECHO’s official Facebook page on Monday, Oct. 5. The cause of death was not disclosed to the public.
‘With heavy hearts, we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of our beloved ECHO Sphere. At this time, we humbly ask everyone to give his family, loved ones, and the ECHO members the privacy and space they need to grieve,’ the statement read.
‘Sphere will always be remembered for the light, warmth, and joy be brought to the people around him. His presence will forever remain a part of ECHO and in the hearts of everyone who came to know and love him,’ it added. ‘Rest peacefully, Sphere. We love you!’
Just a day prior to this, the group’s management informed fans that Cabangon was ‘hospitalized and focusing on his recovery.’ The reason for his hospitalization was not immediately stated.