The late theater actress Yoon Seok-hwa, who passed away at the age of 69 after battling a brain tumor, is once again drawing attention as her life is touching many hearts.
Actress Yoon Seok-hwa passed away on the morning of the 19th at 9:50 AM. She was diagnosed with a brain tumor in October 2022 and underwent major surgery, continuing her battle for about two years. As news of the great star of the theater world passing away spreads, the heat of mourning is intensifying, and her past videos, where she maintained her smile while fighting illness, are being re-examined.
In November 2023, the late actress appeared on a church's YouTube channel and candidly shared her current situation after brain tumor surgery. In the video, Yoon Seok-hwa had lost all her front teeth due to the side effects of chemotherapy, but she stood on stage holding a colleague's hand, maintaining a bright demeanor until the end. She calmly recalled the painful moments when she could not even stand alone after undergoing over 20 hours of surgery.
In particular, the reason she chose natural healing over artificial chemotherapy resonates deeply. Yoon Seok-hwa confessed during the broadcast interview that she wanted to live as herself even if it was for just a week, and she wanted to see her beloved children as much as possible. It was a choice to prioritize her dignity as a human being Yoon Seok-hwa and precious time with her family over the painful prolongation of life as a patient.
Debuting in 1975 with the play "Sweet Honey," Yoon Seok-hwa is a legend in the Korean theater world, leaving behind numerous masterpieces such as "God's Agnes" and "Empress Myeongseong." She was recognized for her acting skills by winning the Baeksang Arts Awards for Best Actress and the Korea Culture and Arts Award, and she was active not only in theater but also in musicals and dramas.
The public is expressing deep condolences for the late actress, who showed dignity as an artist and affection for life until her last moment. Her funeral will be held at the Severance Hospital funeral hall in Sinchon, Seoul.
