@kdrama_weighup Actress Lee Joo Shil has passed away at the age of 80. On February 2, a representative from her agency 1230culture confirmed, “Actress Lee Joo Shil passed away on the morning of this day.” The agency stated, “Approximately three months ago, actress Lee Joo Shil’s health declined, and she was diagnosed with stomach cancer after an examination from the hospital.” The actress had previously been diagnosed with breast cancer in 1993 and had won the battle after over 10 years. Born in 1944, Lee Joo Shil debuted through the theater stage in 1964, and she starred in numerous projects including “Train to Busan,” “Country Diaries,” “The Uncanny Counter,” and “It’s Beautiful Now.” Last year, Lee Joo Shil also starred in KBS2’s weekend drama “Beauty and Mr. Romantic” as well as “Squid Game 2” as the mother of Hwang Jun Ho (Wi Ha Joon). We pay our deepest condolences to Lee Joo Shil’s loved ones. May she rest in peace. Source: Soompi ________________________ Veteran actress Lee Joo Sil has tragically passed away after battling stomach cancer. She was 80 years old. Lee Joo Sil took her last breath on February 2 at 10:20 AM while receiving treatment for her illness. Her funeral will be held at Shinchon Severance Hospital, with visitation open from February 3. The final service is scheduled for February 5. Last year, Lee revealed on MBN’s Special World that she had previously been diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and was given a limited time to live. She fought the disease for over a decade and was even declared cancer-free at one point, but a recent examination confirmed its recurrence. More recently, and famously, Lee took on a role in Netflix’s highly anticipated Squid Game 2 as Park Mal Soon, the mother of Hwang Jun Ho (played by Wi Ha Joon) and stepmother of Hwang In Ho (played by Lee Byung Hun). Her character was known for her kind and nurturing personality, showing deep care for both her biological and stepchild. She often blamed herself for their strained relationship and carried emotional burdens over their hardships. Lee began her career in 1964 and gained recognition as both a voice actress and an on-screen performer. She started in the industry through TBC’s second voice acting class in 1965, later expanding her career into television and film. Fans and colleagues alike mourn her departure, remembering her for her warm presence and impactful performances. Source: Koreaboo #LeeJooSil #LeeJooShil
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Veteran actress Lee Joo Sil has tragically passed away after battling stomach cancer. She was 80 years old.
Lee Joo Sil took her last breath on February 2 at 10:20 AM while receiving treatment for her illness. Her funeral will be held at Shinchon Severance Hospital, with visitation open from February 3. The final service is scheduled for February 5.
Last year, Lee revealed on MBN’s Special World that she had previously been diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and was given a limited time to live. She fought the disease for over a decade and was even declared cancer-free at one point, but a recent examination confirmed its recurrence.
More recently, and famously, Lee took on a role in Netflix’s highly anticipated Squid Game 2 as Park Mal Soon, the mother of Hwang Jun Ho (played by Wi Ha Joon) and stepmother of Hwang In Ho (played by Lee Byung Hun).
Her character was known for her kind and nurturing personality, showing deep care for both her biological and stepchild. She often blamed herself for their strained relationship and carried emotional burdens over their hardships.
Lee began her career in 1964 and gained recognition as both a voice actress and an on-screen performer. She started in the industry through TBC’s second voice acting class in 1965, later expanding her career into television and film.
Fans and colleagues alike mourn her departure, remembering her for her warm presence and impactful performances.
