Actor No Young-guk (real name No Gil-young) has passed away at the age of 75.

Actor No Young-guk. [Photo by Official Website]

Actor No Young-guk. [Photo by Official Website]

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According to the production team of KBS 2TV weekend drama 'Hyosim's Separate Survival' (directed by Kim Hyung-il, written by Jo Jeong-seon, produced by Arc Media), No Young-guk passed away on the 18th. It was only after 2 episodes of broadcasting.


The late actor was appearing as Kang Jin-beom, the chairman of Taesan Group and husband of Jang Sook-hyang (played by Lee Hwi-hyang). The production team stated that they are discussing follow-up measures in response to the sudden news.


No Young-guk debuted in 1974 as part of MBC's 7th public talent recruitment. He showcased a wide range of activities by appearing in dramas such as 'Chief Inspector', 'Eyes of Dawn', 'Morning of the Empire', 'Enchanting Neighbors', 'Only Love', 'The Great Seer', 'Love You Ten Million Times', 'The Scarlet Letter', 'Light and Shadow', 'King Sejong the Great', 'Taejong Yi Bang-won', and the film 'Bravo My Life'.


Known for his deep and dignified voice, he was also active as an MC for documentary programs and recently transformed into a singer, releasing an album.


No Young-guk married actress Seo Gap-sook, who is 13 years his junior, in 1988, but they divorced in 1997. He remarried fashion designer Ahn Young-sook in 2006 and started a new family.



The exact cause of death and funeral schedule have not yet been confirmed. It is known that the bereaved family is preparing the funeral hall.


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