{
  "id": 17162130,
  "title": "President Lee extends deep condolences over death of veteran actor Choi Bool-am",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/president-lee-extends-deep-condolences-over-death-of-veteran-actor-17162130",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-30T02:32:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20261030/president-lee-extends-deep-condolences-over-death-of-veteran-actor-choi-bool-am"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Lee Jae Myung offered heartfelt condolences on Friday following the passing of the beloved veteran actor Choi Bool-am. The 87-year-old actor had been receiving medical treatment at a hospital before his untimely demise. President Lee hailed Choi as the \"father of our era\" in a poignant tribute posted on his X account. Choi's extensive career in television since 1967 saw him frequently embodying paternal figures in popular TV series, making him a widely adored character. The President's message echoed the admiration many held for Choi, who was remembered as a detective who upheld justice and a devoted father. Choi's final words, \"Becoming a good actor starts with becoming a good person,\" were quoted by President Lee, praising his exemplary character and compassionate care for people and society. Lee emphasized the enduring impact Choi had on the community by standing by them as the father of their era, wishing him a peaceful rest.",
  "summary": "President Lee Jae Myung on Friday extended \"deep condolences\" over the death of popular veteran actor Choi Bool-am, calling him the \"father of our era.\" Choi died the previous day at the age of 87 at a hospital, where he was receiving treatment. Since beginning his television career in 1967, Choi had been known for his portrayals of paternal characters in popular TV series. \"You will long remain…",
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}