The late Yeo Un-gye passed away 16 years ago. As the 'nation's mom,' Yeo Un-gye concealed even the diagnosis from fans, deepening the sense of longing.
The late Yeo Un-gye died on May 22, 2009, after battling lung cancer. She was 69 years old.
Debuting as a KBS public talent in 1962, the late Yeo Un-gye appeared in dramas such as 'Phantom Horror,' 'Night Train,' 'Youth March,' 'Gyeoksa,' 'Our Happy House,' 'Flowers Blooming at Twilight,' 'LA Arirang,' 'Youth Trap,' 'Dae Jang Geum,' 'Land,' 'Bad Housewife,' 'My Name is Kim Sam-soon,' 'The War of Money,' 'The Daughter-in-Law Era,' 'The King and I,' and 'Janghwa Hongryeon,' as well as movies like 'Mapado,' 'Yeo-ro,' and 'Dreams Come True.'
Especially during her battle with lung cancer, the late Yeo Un-gye continued to appear in works, demonstrating her passion for acting. The late Yeo Un-gye was diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2007 and withdrew from 'The King and I.' After three months of treatment, she made a comeback to broadcasting, but as cancer cells spread to her lungs, she left 'Janghwa Hongryeon' in April 2009 and passed away.
It was also reported that the late Yeo Un-gye requested to change the diagnosis presented to the public, not wanting to cause worry to her viewers and those around her, adding to the sorrow. With such a passion for her works and a consideration for her fans and viewers, many continue to miss the late Yeo Un-gye.
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