Tragic Loss: ‘Squid Game’ Star Lee Joo-sil Passes Away at 80
Lee Joo-sil, a beloved actress, passed away from stomach cancer at 80. She had a history of overcoming cancer, surviving stage three breast cancer diagnosed in 1993. Her role in…
“Squid Game” refers to a popular South Korean television series released on Netflix. The show centers around a group of individuals who are deeply in debt and are invited to participate in a series of children’s games for a chance to win a substantial cash prize. However, the stakes are deadly, as losing in the games results in death. The term “Squid Game” specifically refers to a traditional Korean children’s game that is featured in the series, serving as a backdrop to the intense, survival-based competitions. The series explores themes of desperation, morality, and the human condition, highlighting the lengths people will go to for money and survival. It gained international acclaim for its storytelling, cinematography, and social commentary, becoming a cultural phenomenon and sparking discussions around issues of inequality and exploitation.
Lee Joo-sil, a beloved actress, passed away from stomach cancer at 80. She had a history of overcoming cancer, surviving stage three breast cancer diagnosed in 1993. Her role in…