Lee Yoon Hee, South Korean actor, passes away at 64

Veteran actor Lee Yoon Hee passed away on the morning of January 11 at the age of 64.

This is confirmed by his agency, BEOM Entertainment.

"It is with a heavy heart that we convey the news of our actor Lee Yoon Hee’s unfortunate passing.

We would like to offer our deep condolences to the grieving family, who has fallen into deep sorrow because of this sudden tragic news, as well as everyone else who loves and cares for actor Lee Yoon Hee and is saddened by this news.

Lee Yoon Hee contributed to popular culture for many years as an actor, and he is a precious person who has received love from many people. His absence is a great loss to us all.

Lee Yoon Hee has delivered sincere acting and warmed hearts through his many roles. BEOM Entertainment will cherish Lee Yoon Hee’s warm memory and achievements for a long time, and we will do our utmost so that the value of his life can be honoured and remembered.

Once again, we send our deep blessings to the departed as he makes his final journey."

Yoon Hee starred in Korean dramas Backstreet Rookie, Taxi Driver, and Moving. 

As of yet, no cause of death of the actor has been revealed.