Veteran South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo dies at 68
A funeral altar has been prepared at Gimpo Woori Hospital and reportedly, the late actor will be laid to rest at Suwon Yeonhwa Park.
Choi Jung-woo built a distinguished career spanning nearly five decades after making his theatrical debut in 1975. He gained recognition for his television work, appearing in numerous popular dramas including "City Hunter," "Alone in Love," "Yi San," "Brilliant Legacy" and "The Legend of the Blue Sea."
His theatrical achievements were particularly notable, earning him the Grand Prize at the Seoul Theater Festival in 1990 and the Best Actor award at the 36th Dong-A Theatre Awards for his performance in the play "Today."
The veteran actor leaves behind a legacy of diverse performances across both stage and screen, having contributed to Korean entertainment for nearly half a century.
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