Choi Jung Woo Korean star actor, is dead. The veteran star passed away at the age of 69.
Jung Woo was popular for his roles in various critically acclaimed South Korean TV shows, including City Hunter, The Tale of Lady Ok, Legend of the Blue Sea, and more.
Fans across the globe are sharing tributes to the beloved performer, whose decades-long career made him a household name in Korean entertainment.
K-drama actor Choi Jung Woo took his last breath on May 27. The cause of his death is yet to be disclosed at the time of this report.
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Jung Woo’s funeral will reportedly be held on the morning of the 29th at Gimpo Woori Hospital Funeral Hall.
The actor’s agency, Bless ENT, has confirmed the news of his death. The agency noted, “Actor Choi Jung Woo has passed away. The specific cause of death has not yet been revealed” (via Soompi).
Jung Woo debuted in his acting career in 1975 with the theatre play The Life of an Actor. Almost a decade later, he found his footing on the big screen as well as the small screen. The TV actor’s most notable works include Master’s Sun, Doctor Stranger, City Hunter, and The Legend of the Blue Sea.
The actor recently appeared in the JTBC drama The Tale of Lady Ok, featuring Lim Ji Yeon. Before that, he played the role of Dr. Ko in the 2023 TVN drama Stealer: The Treasure Keeper.
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