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Actor Lee Yong-joo, star of ‘The Blue Tower’, dies at 44 from heart attack
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 30 Aug 2026, 09:18 AM
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South Korean actor Lee Yong-joo, known for his role in the drama ‘The Blue Tower’, died aged 44 after suffering a heart attack, leaving his family in mourning.
South Korean actor Lee Yong-joo, aged 44, passed away after a sudden heart attack, the Times of India reported. He had been hospitalized when the cardiac event occurred, and despite medical efforts he could not be revived.
Lee rose to prominence through his performance in the television series “The Blue Tower”, which garnered a sizable fan base across Asia. The role cemented his status as a rising talent in the entertainment industry.
His family released a brief statement expressing deep grief and confirming that funeral arrangements will be made in the coming days, urging the public to respect their privacy during this difficult time.
Lee rose to prominence through his performance in the television series “The Blue Tower”, which garnered a sizable fan base across Asia. The role cemented his status as a rising talent in the entertainment industry.
His family released a brief statement expressing deep grief and confirming that funeral arrangements will be made in the coming days, urging the public to respect their privacy during this difficult time.