Choi Jung Woo, the legendary South Korean actor known for his roles in “Doctor Stranger” and “Master’s Sun”, died at the age of 68. His agency, Bless Entertainment, stated that his death occurred on Tuesday morning, May 27. The veteran actor appeared in many popular K-dramas. At this time, his cause of death is unrevealed. His funeral is on Thursday morning, and the wake was held at Gimpo Woori Hospital.
Death of Choi Jung Woo
Fans are mourning the death of seasoned South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo, following his funeral on Thursday. According to South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency, Choi had panic disorder and depression. His agency, Bless Entertainment, issued a brief statement on the date of his death: “It is true that he passed away today. The cause of death is not yet known.”
Five Decades of Acting
Choi Jung Woo had an impressive acting career spanning five decades. His first role was in 1975 in a stage play, “The Life of an Actor.” Before embarking on a career in film and television, he worked as a voice actor for Tongyang Broadcasting. His best-known role was in the 2011 drama “City Hunter, where he played a businessman running a hospital and chemical company who was involved in planning the North Korea mission. The late actor appeared in the series “Master’s Sun,” “Doctor Stranger,” and “The Legend of the Blue Sea.”
Films, Kudos, and Final Days
Choi Jung-woo also appeared in numerous films. Included in the late actor’s works are the films “Two Cops 2,” “Sympathy for Lady Vengeance,” and “The Tyrant.”The late actor was named Best Actor at the 36th Dong-A-Theatre Awards for his role in “Today.” He also received the Grand Prize at the 1990 Seoul Theater Festival. The renowned actor’s final role was in the historical drama, “The Tale of Lady Ok.”
The Wrapup
Legendary South Korean actor Choi Jung Woo was pronounced dead on Tuesday, May 27, and his funeral was held on Thursday. The cause of death is currently unknown. The award-winning actor starred in numerous movies, films, and series, including “Doctor Stranger” and “Master’s Sun,” with his final role in the historical drama, “The Tale of Lady OK.”
