Key facts
- Prime Minister Han Seong-sook mourned the death of actor Choi Bool-am.
- Choi Bool-am died Thursday night at age 87.
- Han described Choi's career as the history of South Korea's culture and arts.
SEOUL, Oct. 30 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Han Seong-sook on Friday mourned the death of actor Choi Bool-am, stating that his acting career represented the history of South Korea's culture and arts. Choi, who was widely regarded as a father figure in the nation, passed away Thursday night at the age of 87. Han conveyed her sentiments via a message on the social platform X, emphasizing Choi's contributions to society, including his support for vulnerable children and efforts to locate missing children. She pledged to remember the warmth he brought to the people.