Korean actor Jeon Seung-jae dies aged 46 after 2-year coma
South Korean actor Jeon Seung-jae has passed away at age 46, two years after suffering a cerebral haemorrhage on a film set. He was known for his supporting roles in various notable Korean films and dramas since his 2004 debut.
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The death of a public figure often prompts discussions regarding workplace safety in the entertainment industry and public mourning.
Actor Jeon Seung-jae has died yesterday (July 29) at the age of 46.
South Korean media reported he had been in a coma for two years after collapsing on the set of historical drama Korea-Khitan War in 2024 and was later diagnosed to have suffered a cerebral haemorrhage.
While he was rushed to the hospital immediately for surgery, he failed to regain consciousness.
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