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Yahoo
7 days ago
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Veteran South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo dies at 68
28 May - South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo has died at age 68, according to his talent agency Bless Entertainment. The agency confirmed his passing on Tuesday, 27 May, though they have not revealed what caused his death. A funeral altar has been prepared at Gimpo Woori Hospital and reportedly, the late actor will be laid to rest at Suwon Yeonhwa Park. Choi Jung-woo built a distinguished career spanning nearly five decades after making his theatrical debut in 1975. He gained recognition for his television work, appearing in numerous popular dramas including "City Hunter," "Alone in Love," "Yi San," "Brilliant Legacy" and "The Legend of the Blue Sea." His theatrical achievements were particularly notable, earning him the Grand Prize at the Seoul Theater Festival in 1990 and the Best Actor award at the 36th Dong-A Theatre Awards for his performance in the play "Today." The veteran actor leaves behind a legacy of diverse performances across both stage and screen, having contributed to Korean entertainment for nearly half a century. (Photo Source: Korean PopDrama IG)
Yahoo
7 days ago
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- Yahoo
Veteran K-drama actor Choi Jung-woo, known for ‘Doctor Stranger' and ‘Master's Sun', dies at 68
SEOUL, May 28 — Veteran South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo died yesterday morning at the age of 68. His agency, Bless Entertainment, confirmed his death the same day but did not disclose the cause. Yonhap News Agency reported that Choi had been battling depression and panic disorder. Bless Entertainment said, 'Choi Jung-woo passed away on the morning of May 27. Please pray for the deceased's final journey.' A funeral altar has been set up at Gimpo Woori Hospital. The funeral will take place at 10am tomorrow, and Choi will be laid to rest at Suwon Yeonhwa Park. Born in February 1957, Choi began his acting career in 1975 with the stage play The Life of an Actor, according to Korea JoongAng Daily. His work spanned nearly five decades, with roles in films such as Two Cops (1996) and Project Silence (2023). Choi was known for portraying dignified characters in dramas including The Tale of Lady Ok (2024), A Place in the Sun (2018), Alice (2020) and Quiz of God (2010). He also appeared in Doctor Stranger (2014) and Master's Sun (2013), where he played the secretary to So Ji-sub's character. His final project was the KBS2 drama Who Is She, which aired its last episode in January this year.
Malay Mail
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Veteran K-drama actor Choi Jung-woo, known for ‘Doctor Stranger' and ‘Master's Sun', dies at 68
SEOUL, May 28 — Veteran South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo died yesterday morning at the age of 68. His agency, Bless Entertainment, confirmed his death the same day but did not disclose the cause. Yonhap News Agency reported that Choi had been battling depression and panic disorder. Bless Entertainment said, 'Choi Jung-woo passed away on the morning of May 27. Please pray for the deceased's final journey.' A funeral altar has been set up at Gimpo Woori Hospital. The funeral will take place at 10am tomorrow, and Choi will be laid to rest at Suwon Yeonhwa Park. Born in February 1957, Choi began his acting career in 1975 with the stage play The Life of an Actor, according to Korea JoongAng Daily. His work spanned nearly five decades, with roles in films such as Two Cops (1996) and Project Silence (2023). Choi was known for portraying dignified characters in dramas including The Tale of Lady Ok (2024), A Place in the Sun (2018), Alice (2020) and Quiz of God (2010). He also appeared in Doctor Stranger (2014) and Master's Sun (2013), where he played the secretary to So Ji-sub's character. His final project was the KBS2 drama Who Is She, which aired its last episode in January this year.
CNA
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
Doctor Stranger star Choi Jung-woo dies at age 68
Veteran South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo has died at the age of 68. In a statement, Choi's agency, Bless Entertainment, said that he died on Tuesday morning (May 27). The cause of death has not been revealed. However, South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reported that Choi had depression and panic disorder. Choi's wake is being held at Gimpo Woori Hospital and his funeral is set to take place on Thursday morning. In a career spanning close to five decades, Choi Jung-woo has appeared in numerous popular K-dramas, including 2013's Master Sun, where he played the secretary of So Ji-sub's character, and 2014's Doctor Stranger.
The Star
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo dies at 68
South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo (pic) has died at the age of 68, his agency Bless Entertainment confirmed. In a brief statement sent to the press, the label confirmed Choi passed away on Tuesday, May 27, but did not disclose the cause of death. Article continues after this advertisement 'It is true that he passed away today. The cause of death is not yet known,' the agency announced. Choi began his acting career in 1975 via the stage play The Life Of An Actor . He also worked as a voice actor for Tongyang Broadcasting before transitioning to television and film. He is best known for his role in the Lee Min-ho and Park Min-young starrer City Hunter . In this 2011 drama, Choi portrayed a businessman running a chemical company and hospital who has participated in planning the North Korea mission. The late actor also appeared in the films Two Cops 2, Sympathy For Lady Vengeance and The Tyrant , as well as in the series Doctor Stranger, Master's Sun and The Legend Of The Blue Sea . In 1990, Choi received the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the Seoul Theater Festival. He was also named Best Actor at the 36th Dong-A Theatre Awards for his role in the play Today . – Philippine Daily Inquirer
