Byun Hee-bong Dead: Korean Actor in Bong Joon Ho Films was 81
Byun Hee-bong, who appeared in multiple Bong Joon Ho movies and earned awards for his part in 'The Host,' has died at 81.
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Byun Hee-bong, who appeared in multiple Bong Joon Ho movies and earned awards for his part in 'The Host,' has died at 81.
Byun Hee-Bong starred in four films by Oscar winner Bong Joon-ho.
The talented star's family confirmed the news on Monday that he had passed away from the rare form of cancer in a statement to local news outlet Yonhap News Agency.
Byun’s death: Byun was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2019, and after a successful recovery after treatment, the disease returned, leading to his death on Monday, according to his family. Byun's roles: Byun, who was born in 1942 in South Jeolla Province, worked in live theater before becoming a voice actor for state TV network MBC in 1966. The veteran actor has appeared in numerous TV series, including “The First Republic” (1981), "The Joseon Dynasty 500 Years: Seoljungmae" (1985) and "The Legendary Doctor - Hur Jun" (1999).
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