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Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
South Korean actress Lee Seo Yi, renowned for 'Cheongdam-dong Scandal', dies at 43
South Korean actress Lee Seo Yi, born Song Soo Yeon, has passed away at the age of 43. Her death was publicly announced by her manager via Instagram. No cause of death has been disclosed. The post revealed she had passed away on June 20. 'Our radiant, beautiful, lovely and kind sister became a star in the sky,' the manager wrote, asking fans to pray for her peaceful rest. The news has brought quiet sorrow to fans and peers in the Korean entertainment industry. Lee began her acting career in her 30s, debuting in 2013 with 'Hur Jun, The Original Story.' She gained attention a year later through her compelling performance in the television drama 'Cheongdam-dong Scandal.' Known for her subtle and emotional acting, she went on to appear in several other dramas, including 'Killing Romance,' 'The King,' 'The Royal Tailor,' and 'Scarlet Innocence.' Her final role was in the romantic comedy 'The Divorce Insurance,' where she acted alongside Lee Dong Wook, Lee Da Hee, and Lee Kwang Soo. Lee's life extended far beyond the screen. A graduate of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies in Czech and Slovak, she later pursued further studies at Pusan National University. A true polymath, she also ran a flower shop and often shared peaceful moments from her life on social media. Her love for baseball was also well-known; she was a loyal fan of the Lotte Giants and often voiced her support online.
Time of India
5 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.
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Red Velvet Wendy's transformation worries fans; sparks concerns over ‘thin appearance' – Read and find out
Red Velvet member Wendy, who is known as the powerhouse vocalist of the group, has garnered a lot of attention from Korean netizens recently. The idol, who was given the chance to throw the first pitch for the Lotte Giants, went viral after videos and photos from the event were shared online. Red Velvet Wendy 's appearance sparks concerns among fans Wendy, on June 22, went on to throw the first pitch for the Lotte Giants at their first game of the season. Photos and videos of the idol from the event went viral; however, they caused a lot of concern amongst Korean fans and netizens alike for her 'thin appearance.' Many praised her looks and her weight loss journey; however, a lot of other K-netizens and fans showed concern as well. A lot of people called the idol's frame and drastic weight loss 'unnatural' and 'worrying' and expressed concerns over how she may not be healthy. Netizens react and share their opinions online Korean netizens took to social media platforms and fan forums to share their concern over the idol's sudden change in appearance. Many cited that they could not even recognise her from her past photos. One fan commented on a fan forum post about Wendy that she looks like she has serious body image issues… It's kind of sad. And honestly, that super skinny look doesn't suit her face or frame. She'd look better with a bit more weight on her. Another fan showed concern and stated, 'How does she sing with such a powerful voice despite being that skinny? It's wild. I watched her busking performance, and she sang so well. She's gorgeous too.' Another K-netizen commented on her viral photos, stating, 'She was already thin in a past photo, but now that she's lost even more weight, that sunshine-like image of hers is gone, which is kind of a shame…"
