'Extraordinary Attorney Woo' star na si Kang Myung Joo, pumanaw na sa edad na 54

Sunday, March 02, 2025 at 12:05 AM by Chris Franco 3 min read

- Kang Myung Joo, a veteran theatre and TV actress, has passed away recently

- News of her death was confirmed by Maeil Business, a South Korean news outlet

- Her daughter, Park Se Young, also wrote a heartbreaking note about her mother's passing

- In her post, Park urged fans to remember her mother's legacy and the mark she made

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Kang Myung Joo, a veteran theatre and television actress from South Korea, has passed away at the age of 54 after her bout with cancer.

News of her death on February 27, 2025 at 5:52 PM was confirmed by Maeil Business, according to the report of The Daily Tribune recently.

'Extraordinary Attorney Woo' star na si Kang Myung Joo, pumanaw na sa edad na 54 — Photos: Naver | Koreaboo
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According to other reports, Kang has already been battling cancer for an extended period of time.

The Economic Times also reported that her daughter, Park Se Young, urged fans to cherish the time and memories her mother has left.

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"Yesterday afternoon, my mother embarked on a long journey. I would appreciate it if you could remember the moments she shone brightest on stage—something she loved wholeheartedly."

Kang, who was known for her roles in Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022) and Wonderful World (2024), made a mark on theatre and TV.

Among those who extended their sympathies was actor, Nam Myung Ryul, according to News18.

"I thought she, unlike Yeon-kyu, would bravely overcome cancer and continue to perform, but after receiving the news of her passing, I am utterly shocked," the actor genuinely confessed as well..

Her funeral service is said to be held at the Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, with her burial scheduled for March 2, 2025, according to The Tribune.

Just recently, Lee Yoo Joo, another South Korean star, passed away at the young age of 35 as well.

Lee, who was a known celebrity yoga instructor, made headlines after her studio, Yogaum, confirmed the untimely passing online.

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However, what stirred further buzz was Lee's last post on her Instagram, @yuju_infounni, where she posted selfies with a 'bye' caption.

Another South Korean actress who passed away was Kim Sae Ron, a 24-year-old celebrity.

Yonhap News Agency reported that Kim was discovered and found dead by a friend who had plans to meet up with the star that day.

Kim was known for her several roles in K-Dramas including The Man From Nowhere and Bloodhounds, which was loved by many.

Eventually, her cause of death had been released to the public by the police after investigation.

As previously reported by KAMI, Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu has passed away on February 2. According to reports, Barbie Hsu succumbed to pneumonia at 48 years old after getting it during their Japan tour for the Chinese New Year. Hsu became popularly known as 'Shan Cai' in the 2001 Taiwan TV drama series, Meteor Garden, where she was the leading lady of Jerry Yan.