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Actor Choi Jung-woo passes away on May 27 at the age of 68

Geum Bitna
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2025-05-27 15:24:08

Actor Choi Jung-woo has passed away today (27th). He was 68 years old.

According to the industry, Choi Jung-woo passed away in the early hours of the 27th. The exact cause of death has not been reported.

Born in 1957, Choi Jung-woo made his debut in 1975 with the play 'The Life of an Actor' and has been active in various dramas and films after starting as a theater actor and voice actor.

Choi Jung-woo passed away in the early hours of the 27th. The exact cause of death has not been reported. / Photo = KBS
Choi Jung-woo passed away in the early hours of the 27th. The exact cause of death has not been reported. / Photo = KBS

He appeared in numerous dramas such as 'Brilliant Legacy', 'My Daughter Seo-young', 'The Master's Sun', 'Doctor Stranger', 'Legend of the Blue Sea', 'My Daughter's In-Law', and 'Even If I’m Deceived, It’s a Dream', and also worked on the screen in films like 'Two Cops', 'Public Enemy Returns', 'Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance', 'The Moon', and 'Escape: Project Silence'.

Until earlier this year, he showcased his presence in works such as 'Okja' and 'The Suspect', contributing to the success of these productions.

Meanwhile, the late actor's funeral is set to be held at Room 5 of Gimpo Woori Hospital's funeral home. The funeral will take place on the morning of the 29th.

[Geum Bit-na, MK Sports Reporter]

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