“Cheongdam-dong Scandal” Actress Lee Seo Yi Passes Away at 43

Actress Lee Seo Yi, whose real name was Song Soo Yeon, tragically died at the age of forty-three. She passed away on June 20, according to her manager, who verified the news on July 1 via her official social media accounts. The reason of death has not been revealed.

Her manager, Song Seo Bin, stated in a poignant letter, "On June 20, my brilliant, beautiful, pretty, and kind unnie became a star in the sky." Please pray that she finds tranquilly. In the article, Lee Seo Yi's parents asked people to respect their privacy over her last resting place.

In 2013, Lee Seo Yi made her acting debut in Hur Jun, The Original Story, an MBC historical drama. She subsequently starred in well-known productions like the popular SBS drama Cheongdam-dong Scandal and the flicks The King and Killing Romance.

Lee Seo Yi was a committed student in addition to her acting profession. After earning a degree in Czech and Slovak studies from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, she continued her studies at Pusan National University.

The entertainment industry and fans are in mourning over the loss of a gifted actress who passed away too soon. I hope she rests in peace.