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'Squid Game' actor Lee Joo-shil dies of stomach cancer at 81

Actor Lee Joo-shil, who most recently appeared in Netflix's global hit 'Squid Game,' died at the age of 81 due to stomach cancer, her agency said Sunday.

Actor Lee Joo-shil, who most recently appeared in Netflix's global hit "Squid Game," died at the age of 81 due to stomach cancer, her agency said Sunday. Lee was diagnosed with the illness three month ago and admitted to a hospital in Uijeongbu, north of Seoul, earlier in the day after suffering cardiac arrest. Debuting in 1965 as a theatrical actress, she became a prominent figure in Korea's theater scene, starring in numerous acclaimed productions.

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