News of actor Wu Chang-su's death was belatedly reported, and condolences from the performing arts community and colleagues continue to pour in.
According to a report by a media outlet on the 18th, Wu Chang-su passed away on the 16th. He was 51. The deceased died after a long battle with illness, and the bereaved family has already held a quiet funeral. The burial site was reported to be the Seoul Metropolitan Crematorium. Those around him were unable to hide their shock and sorrow at the sudden news.
Particularly, the last social media post he left while alive once again chokes many people's hearts. On the 29th of last month, Wu Chang-su posted on his social media, "Today I agonized countless times about shaving my head, and after hearing from my younger sister, I only cut the back," and added, "You have to take good care. Chang-su, pull yourself together," he wrote. In the calm sentences was his resolve to comfort himself and cling to life until the end. This post ultimately became his final record left to the world.
Tributes from fellow actors are also continuing. Actress Choi Ga-in left a comment on the post saying, "I still can't believe it. Oppa lived a beautiful life. Sleep well, my number one," expressing deep sorrow. Though brief, the sentence revealed affection and respect for a colleague who had shared the stage for a long time.
Wu Chang-su was a more diligent actor on stage than anyone. He appeared in various works centered on musicals and plays such as "Welcome to My World" and "Face Off," leaving his own color.
His career as a director cannot be overlooked. He served as artistic director of the Whistle theater company and created stages together with younger artists.
His life as an educator was also an important part of his legacy. Wu Chang-su served as a professor in the model acting arts department at Seoul Hoseo Art Practical College and devoted himself to training juniors. To students he was not just a professor but a mentor who personally demonstrated field experience and attitude.
Having quietly walked his path on stage, in educational settings, and beside colleagues, Wu Chang-su's sudden parting left a deep sense of loss for many.
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