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Suffering from Stomach Cancer, Lee Joo Sil, the Actress Who Played Mother to Wi Ha Joon in 'SQUID GAME 2', Has Passed Away

Suffering from Stomach Cancer, Lee Joo Sil, the Actress Who Played Mother to Wi Ha Joon in 'SQUID GAME 2', Has Passed Away

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Suffering from Stomach Cancer, Lee Joo Sil, the Actress Who Played Mother to Wi Ha Joon in 'SQUID GAME 2', Has Passed Away

Veteran actress Lee Joo Sil has passed away after battling stomach cancer. She took her last breath on February 2 at 10:20 AM local time while undergoing treatment for her illness.

The 80-year-old actress leaves behind a significant legacy in the Korean entertainment industry. Let's check it out! If not now, when?

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The funeral ceremony for Lee Joo Sil will be held at Shinchon Severance Hospital, with condolences open from February 3 and the final ceremony scheduled for February 5.

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Last year, Lee Joo Sil revealed that she was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and was given a limited time to live.

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She fought the disease for more than a decade and was even declared cured, but the cancer returned based on the latest examination.

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One of her most anticipated roles is in the Netflix series 'SQUID GAME 2', where she plays Park Mal Soon, the mother of Hwang Jun Ho and the stepmother of Hwang In Ho.

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The character she portrays is known for being loving, always showing deep concern for her two children, both biological and step.

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Park Mal Soon even blames himself for their strained relationship and bears the emotional burden of the difficulties they faced.

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Lee Joo Sil began her career in 1964 and gained recognition as a voice actress and screen actress.

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Fans and colleagues mourn her passing, remembering her as a warm figure with a memorable presence.