Here are 1 famous actors from South Korea died at 71:
Choi Moo-ryong (February 25, 1928 Paju-November 11, 1999 Bucheon) a.k.a. Choe Mu-ryong, Choi Mun-Lyong, Mu-ryong Choi, Choi Mu-ryǒng, Moo-ryong Choi, Choi, Moo-Ryong, Mun-lyong Choi or Choi Mooryong was a South Korean actor, film director and film producer. He had six children, Choi Min-soo, Choi Young-sook, Choi Jin-kyeong, Choi Jung-woo, Choi Hyun-sook and Choi Ye-suk.
He died as a result of myocardial infarction.
Choi Moo-ryong was born in Paju, Gyeonggi Province, in South Korea, and started his acting career in the 1950s, quickly gaining popularity due to his exceptional acting skills. He starred in a number of successful films, including "The Widow", "A Water Mill", and "The Twilight Train".
Choi also ventured into film production, co-founding the production company 'Hyun Film' in 1962. He directed and produced numerous films, including "The Last Witness", "A Bonanza", and "Two Sons and Two Daughters". In 1967 he directed the widely acclaimed film "The Road to Sampo".
In addition to his successful career in the film industry, Choi was also known for his philanthropy work, donating to various charities and organizations. His legacy in the South Korean film industry is still celebrated to this day, as he helped pave the way for many actors and filmmakers in the country.
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