What Happened to Choi Jung Woo? City Hunter Actor Passes Away
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 Korean media did not disclose the cause of the City Hunter star's death. 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 theater 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.
Meanwhile, fans are posting touching tributes for the award-winning actor on social media. A fan posted on X (formerly Twitter), 'Rest in peace, actor Choi Jung Woo as Prof. Noh of The Tyrant.'
Another fan shared, 'My deepest condolences on the passing of actor Choi Jung Woo. Our actor (Kim Seon Ho) once had the honor of working alongside him in The Childe and The Tyrant. May he now journey to a place of peace and beauty. Rest in peace, and thank you for all the unforgettable moments.'
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