South Korean actor, Lee Sang Bo was found dead at his home in Pyeongtaek on March 27, 2026, at around 12:40 p.m. KST. He was 44 years old. Police reached the spot soon after a family member raised concerns. Early checks did not show any sign of foul play, but officials are still looking into the exact cause. His agency, Korea Management Group, confirmed the news and requested privacy, sharing that details about the cause will not be made public as per the family’s wishes. His wake is being held at Pyeongtaek Central Funeral Home, with the funeral scheduled for March 29, 2026.
Lee Sang Bo’s career, comeback after the 2022 drug accusation, and personal struggles
Lee Sang Bo was born in 1981 and stepped into acting in 2006 with the drama, Invisible Man Choi Jang Su. For many years, he worked under the name Lee Bo Hyun before going back to his real name in 2016. His journey was not fast or flashy, but steady. He took on supporting roles across shows like Private Lives, Rugal, and Golden Era of Daughters-in-Law, slowly building a place for himself in the industry.
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