KBS airs posthumous TV series ”Kesori” to commemorate the late Lee Seung-jae

KBS has prepared a special memorial program in memory of the late actor Lee Soon-jae. On the 25th, KBS said, "We offer our deepest condolences to the late Lee Soon-jae and his family, who passed away early this morning (25th)."
He was 91 years old. He also said, "The deceased was the oldest active actor and made history in Korea with his passionate acting throughout his life.
"He appeared on the TV series "TBC 1st Generation" as an exclusive actor in 1965, before V became popular, and was active for about 60 years," he said in a statement.
He continued, "Especially at KBS, I've seen dramas like 'Storm and Cloud,' 'Ordinary People,' 'Men in the Bathroom,' and 'Mother.'
From the 1980s to 2024, he left a deep impression on viewers across generations with his heartfelt acting.
"In recognition of his passion for acting, which he showed at the age of 90 in 'Sori,' KBS selected him as the oldest grand prize winner in the history of the KBS Drama Awards."
The late Lee Seung-jae made his debut in 1956 with the play "Beyond the Horizon."
He has appeared in over 140 films, including "The True Life of Heojun," "The Way to Become a Royal Physician," "The Wild Days," and "High Kick with All My Power," marking a milestone in the history of Korean acting.
He steadily appeared on the stage in plays, showing his passion for acting. KBS has organized a special program to share the condolences of the late Lee Seung-jae with viewers. Today, the afternoon of the 25th
From 10:45 to 12:05 AM on the 26th, "Memorial Special Program: National Actor Lee Seung-jae's 'Kesori' Episodes 1-4 All at Once" will be broadcast, and from 11:10 PM tomorrow the 26th to 12:25 AM on the 27th, "Memorial Special Program: National Actor Lee Seung-jae's 'Kesori' Episodes 1-4 All at Once" will be broadcast.
A special memorial program for national actor Lee Seung-jae, "10 Minutes, Your Little Things," will be broadcast. KBSN will also broadcast episodes 1-6 of "Kesori" from 10 a.m. on the 27th, and episodes 7-10 from 10 a.m. on the 28th.
The memorial space will be set up on the second floor of the main KBS building in Yeouido, Seoul, and will be open until the 30th. KBS said, "We are honoring the dedication of our dedication to the development of Korean broadcasting for over half a century."
"We will prepare an incense memorial to honor the deceased's artistic achievements and dedication, and it will be a place of condolence for those who remember the deceased," he added.