Jung Eun-Woo's Sudden Death Shocks Industry; Fans Call Last Instagram Post Signal

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Korean actor Jung Eun-woo, known for his roles in dramas such as Bride of the Sun and My Only One, passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 40. Funeral arrangements have been set for February 13 as fans remember his nearly two-decade career in dramas like Stranger and Welcome to Waikiki 2. The news confirmed by multiple Korean media outlets on February 11, 2026.

Jung Eun-Woo Dies At 39

Fans and media noticed that a day before his passing, on February 10, 2026, he shared a cryptic post on Instagram featuring photos of late artists Leslie Cheung and Amy Winehouse, with the caption, "Missing, envying, regretting..PIR.BG" His sudden death has left fans in mourning.

The actor will be laid to rest at Byeokje Crematorium. As per the Chosun Daily, his final rites will take place on February 13 at 12 pm KST. The news broke through several Korean entertainment outlets, reporting his death has left many fans in disbelief and sadness. While exact information about what happened is not yet public, the outpouring of condolences shows just how deeply he was appreciated by audiences.

More About Jung Eun-Woo

Born on April 10, 1986, in Incheon, South Korea, Jung Eun Woo studied at Dongguk University’s Theater and Film Department. He made his debut in the KBS2 drama Roundup 3 in 2006. Over the years, he appeared in MBC's H.I.T (2007) and KBS1's Smile Again (2011), gradually building his presence on television. He went on to feature in One Well-Raised Daughter, My Heart Twinkle Twinkle, The Return of Hwang Geum-bok, My Only One, and, last he was seen in Welcome to Waikiki 2 in 2019.