The Korean entertainment world has lost a very talented and valued gem. The veteran South Korean star Lee Yoon Hee breathed his last at the age of 64, as reported by a K-media outlet on Saturday.
The reason behind his sudden demise has not been revealed as of now. No reports of long-time illness have come out either.
According to Sports Chosun, Lee Yoon Hee’s company released a statement mourning the actor’s demise. The statement reads – “This is BEOM Entertainment. It is with a heavy heart that we convey the news of our actor Lee Yoon Hee’s unfortunate passing. We would like to offer our deep condolences to the grieving family, who has fallen into deep sorrow because of this sudden tragic news, as well as everyone else who loves and cares for actor Lee Yoon Hee and is saddened by this news.”
The statement continued, “Lee Yoon Hee contributed to popular culture for many years as an actor, and he is a precious person who has received love from many people. His absence is a great loss to us all. Lee Yoon Hee has delivered sincere acting and warmed hearts through his many roles. BEOM Entertainment will cherish Lee Yoon Hee’s warm memory and achievements for a long time, and we will do our utmost so that the value of his life can be honoured and remembered. Once again, we send our deep blessings to the departed as he makes his final journey.”
Famous for his work in dramas like Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area – Part 1, Backstreet Rookie, Save Me Season 2, and more recently signed an exclusive contract with Beom Entertainment. He spent decades devoting his craft to dramas, theatre, and more, and he had no plans of slowing down.
May Lee Yoon Hee rest in peace and his loved ones are blessed with the strength to deal with the difficult time.
