Actor Lee Joo-shil / Courtesy of 1230 Tradition
Actor Lee Joo-shil, who most lately appeared in Netflix’s international hit „Squid Recreation,“ died on the age of 81 resulting from abdomen most cancers, her company stated Sunday.
Lee was recognized with the sickness three month in the past and admitted to a hospital in Uijeongbu, north of Seoul, earlier within the day after struggling cardiac arrest. She was pronounced lifeless on the hospital.
Debuting in 1965 as a theatrical actress, she turned a outstanding determine in Korea’s theater scene, starring in quite a few acclaimed productions.
She efficiently battled breast most cancers after being recognized in 1993, making a full restoration after a decade.
Regardless of her well being struggles, she remained lively in her profession, increasing into tv and movie. She additionally earned a doctorate in public well being from Wonkwang College.
Most lately, she performed the mom of former police officer Hwang Jun-ho, performed by Wi Ha-jun, in „Squid Recreation“ Season 2.
Her funeral service will probably be held on Feb. 5 at Severance Hospital in Sinchon, Seoul. (Yonhap)
