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South Korea's Beloved Actor Ahn Sung-ki Dies at 74

1/5/2026

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Ahn Sung-ki, a South Korean actor, died January 1, 2026, at 74 after battling blood cancer, with death confirmed by his agency and a hospital.
Known as "The Nation's Actor," he began as a child actor in 1957 and rose to leading status, winning five Grand Bell Awards for best actor.
His legacy includes roles in Good, Windy Days and Silmido, and he remained active, attending events through 2023.

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Ahn Sung-ki, a South Korean actor, died January 1, 2026, at 74 after battling blood cancer, with death confirmed by his agency and a hospital.
Known as "The Nation's Actor," he began as a child actor in 1957 and rose to leading status, winning five Grand Bell Awards for best actor.
His legacy includes roles in Good, Windy Days and Silmido, and he remained active, attending events through 2023.