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Straits Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
South Korean actress Lee Seo-yi dies at 43
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox South Korean actress Lee Seo-yi has died at 43. The cause of death was not mentioned. South Korean actress Lee Seo-yi, who recently appeared in The Divorce Insurance (2025), has died at 43. Lee's credits included films such as romantic comedy Killing Romance (2023) and crime thriller The King (2017), as well as K-dramas like soap opera Cheongdamdong Scandal (2014 to 2015). She made her acting debut in 2013 with MBC's historical drama Hur Jun, The Original Story. The Instagram post from July 1 was captioned: 'Hello. This is Song Seo-bin, the manager of actress Lee Seo-yi. My brilliant, beautiful, pretty and kind sister became a star in heaven on June 20, 2025.' The cause of death was not mentioned. Ms Song added that while fans might be shocked and heartbroken by the news, she urged them to pray for Lee to 'go to a good and beautiful place'. The picture she posted was a black-and-white close-up of Lee. The post was on behalf of Lee's parents. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore 3 out of 4 in Singapore cannot identify deepfake content: Cyber Security Agency survey Singapore New $7.5m fund to encourage social service agencies to track impact of their programmes Singapore GrabCab, Singapore's newest taxi operator, hits the roads with over 40 cabs to be rolled out in July Life Star Awards 2025: Xiang Yun and Chen Hanwei are the most decorated actors in show's 30-year history World Paramount settles with Trump over '60 Minutes' Harris interview for $20 million Asia Dalai Lama says he will have successor after his death Business Cathay Cineplexes gets demand for $3.4 million in arrears from Jem landlord Singapore Man charged over allegedly receiving scam proceeds of more than $1.5m in his firm's bank accounts
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Killing Romance' star Lee Seo Yi passes away at the age of at 43; fans REACT
South Korean actress Lee Seo Yi, also known by her birth name Song Soo Yeon , was popular for her graceful screen presence and quiet strength and has tragically passed away at the age of 43. The news, shared by her manager on July 1, KST, revealed that she had passed on June 20, 2025. The cause of her death has not been disclosed, leaving fans and colleagues in deep sorrow and questioning. A journey through the arts Lee Seo Yi was born on April 18, 1982, and began her acting career in 2013 with the historical drama 'Hur Jun, The Original Story.' She rose to prominence with her role in the drama 'Cheongdam-dong Scandal' and continued to charm audiences with performances in films like 'The King,' 'Killing Romance,' and 'Scarlet Innocence.' Her most recent appearance was in the romantic comedy 'The Divorce Insurance,' where she starred alongside Lee Dong Wook and Lee Da Hee. The drama concluded just weeks before her passing, making the news more heartbreaking. A life beyond the spotlight Beyond her acting career, Lee Seo Yi was a woman of many talents. She held a degree in Czech and Slovak studies from 'Hankuk University' of Foreign Studies and pursued further education at 'Pusan National University.' She also had a love for flowers, and so she also worked as a florist and shared glimpses of her peaceful daily life through her social media. Her social media handle was filled with calming moments and sweet smiles, portraying a picture of someone who would find joy in simplicity and beauty and would not need materialistic things to make her happy. She was also a dedicated fan of the 'Lotte Giants,' a professional baseball team based in Busan. A sudden goodbye The announcement of her passing came as a shock. Her manager, posting on behalf of her parents, wrote, as per the translation done by the reports of 'Koreaboo': 'Hello, This is Song Seo Bin, the manager of actress Lee Seo Yi. I'm writing this to let you know that my brilliant, beautiful, prettty, and kind unnie became a star in the sky on June 20. I know you all must be shocked and heartbroken by the news of her passing, but please pray that unnie goes to a beautiful place. If you want to know where she has been laid to rest, please contact @songsong_seo. I'm posting this on behalf of her parents.' You can see the post below. Fans have expressed disbelief, noting how active and vibrant she appeared in recent weeks. While some have speculated about her health, others have urged for respectful mourning and privacy for her grieving family. Divorce Insurance - Official Teaser | Prime Video
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lee Seo Yi passes away at 43: All you need to know about the South Korean actress
The sudden passing of South Korean actress Lee Seo Yi, also known by her birth name Song Soo Yeon , at the age of 43 has left fans and the industry in utter grief. Apart from the headline, there lies a story of a woman who lived with great elegance, artistic passion, and a heart full of warmth and love. A late bloomer with lasting impact Lee Seo Yi was born on April 18, 1982, and didn't follow the standard path to stardom. She began her acting career when she was in her 30s, starting with her debut in the drama 'Hur Jun, The Original Story,' which was in the year 2013. Her success hit in 2014 with " Cheongdam-dong Scandal ," where both viewers and critics were drawn to her nuanced performance. She developed a portfolio of diverse characters over the years by appearing in dramas such as ' Killing Romance ,' 'The King,' 'The Royal Tailor,' and 'Scarlet Innocence.' She co starred with Lee Dong Wook, Lee Da Hee, and Lee Kwang Soo in her last role in the romantic comedy ' The Divorce Insurance .' A life rooted in simplicity and soul Lee Seo Yi was more than an actress; she was a scholar, a florist, and a lover of life's quiet joys. She studied Czech and Slovak at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and later continued her education at Pusan National University. Her artistic inner self, which she represented through her flower shop and shared on social media, where she frequently shared lovely moments from her everyday life, was the ideal complement to her logical self. She was also an avid supporter of the Busan-based baseball team known as the ' Lotte Giants ,' and she frequently expressed her passion on the internet. A quiet star who shone bright Even though she was not a very well-known actress, Lee Seo Yi was adored in every project she worked on. Her story is a reminder that success doesn't always have to be loud; it can be graceful, kind, and simply human.
