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Lee Joo Sil: All About the ‘Squid Game’ Actor Who Died

Lee Joo Sil, featured in the second season of ‘Squid Game,’ has died. Learn about her life and career below.

Lee Joo Sil, who played Park Mal Soon (mother of undercover detective Hwang Joon-Ho) in the series’ second season, died at the age of 80, according to Variety. Per Entertainment Weekly(via newspaper Chosun Ilbo), the veteran actress was diagnosed with breast cancer thirty years ago — and despite being given a roughly yearlong survival rate, she continued to live, and act, for three decades. In addition to her live work, she was also known for roles in 2016 horror flick Train to Busan, in K-drama The Uncanny Counter, The Witch’s Diner, Lady President, and many more.

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