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Yoon Seok Hwa Passes Away at Age 69, Logan Lee's Grandmother in 'PENTHOUSE 3'

Yoon Seok Hwa Passes Away at Age 69, Logan Lee's Grandmother in 'PENTHOUSE 3'

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Yoon Seok Hwa Passes Away at Age 69, Logan Lee's Grandmother in 'PENTHOUSE 3'

Yoon Seok Hwa, legendary South Korean actress, passed away on December 19, 2025, at 09:45 KST at Seoul Sinchon Severance Hospital. She took her last breath at the age of 69, surrounded by family and loved ones.

Her passing is a deep sorrow for the Korean performing arts world, especially for the first-generation theater. Yoon passed away after battling a brain tumor diagnosed since 2022.

Yoon Seok Hwa is known as an icon of first-generation Korean theater with a lifelong dedication on stage. She starred in various classic to modern theater performances, as well as being active in musicals, dramas, and films.

Her name is also recognized through popular dramas such as THE PENTHOUSE: WAR IN LIFE and EXCELLENT SHAMAN GA DOO SHIM. Her consistency and total commitment made Yoon a role model across generations.

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Yoon Seok Hwa was diagnosed with a brain tumor after fainting during a business trip to England in October 2022 for a performance of Hamlet.

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He underwent three major surgeries in Seoul and refused chemotherapy, opting for natural treatments and a healthy lifestyle therapy.

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The decision to live as he is became Yoon Seok Hwa's principle, even asking to return home from the hospital to remain true to himself.

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The recovery methods he chose included traditional Chinese moxibustion therapy, health drinks, walking, and eating with friends.

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His condition temporarily improved, surprising the medical team, although eventually the disease regained control of his body.

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In 2023, Yoon Seok Hwa made a special appearance in the stage drama Toccata at LG Arts Center as a farewell greeting to the audience.

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Throughout her career, Yoon Seok Hwa received many prestigious awards including the Baeksang Arts Awards and the Korea Culture and Arts Award. Rest In Peace, legend.

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