South Korean Actor Lee Sun-kyun Passes Away.

Obituary | Dated: 24 Dec 2025

Acclaimed South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun passed away at the age of 48 in Seoul. He gained international fame for his role in the Oscar-winning movie "Parasite" (2019), where he played the wealthy patriarch of the Park family. His death has shocked the global entertainment industry.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • He also starred in popular K-dramas like "Coffee Prince" and "My Mister".
  • Lee won a Screen Actors Guild Award along with his Parasite castmates.
  • His passing has sparked discussions on mental health pressures in the Korean entertainment industry.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Person: Lee Sun-kyun.
  • Profession: Actor.
  • Famous Work: Parasite.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Lee Sun-kyun, who passed away recently, was a famous actor from which country?

Correct Answer: South Korea

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About South Korea

  • Capital – Seoul
  • Currency – Won