South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki has died at 74 after battle with blood cancer
Actor Ahn Sung-ki’s death was confirmed by his agency, Artist Company
Artist Company, the agency of South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki has confirmed her death. Artist Company posted a statement on Instagram which read: “Artist Company, an affiliate of actor Sung Ki Ahn.
“Actor Sung Ki Ahn passed away on January 5, 2026 at 9:00 am at the age of 74.Sung-gi Ahn was a person who has been with the history of popular culture in Korea with a deep sense of mission and consistent dedication to acting.
“His acting has always been towards people and life, and through his countless works, he has conveyed deep resonance and comfort across ages and generations.Especially An Sung Gi actor. He was a true meaning of 'National Actor' who valued his dignity and responsibility as a person above all else, and respected senior artists and the scene.
“The Artist Company is deeply saddened by the sudden Vivo, wishing the deceased a peaceful soul and sending their sincere condolences to the bereaved family.
“The funeral will be held under the supervision of the (re)Shin Young-chul Art and Culture Foundation and the Korean Film Actors Association. Four people including honorary funeral committee members Shin Young-chul, director Bae Chang-ho, director Lee Yun-chul of the Korean Film Actor Association, Shin Young-cheol Art and Culture Foundation's acting agent, director Yun-ho Yang of the Korean Film Artists Association will be the joint funeral committee members.
“Here we send off the final path of the deceased with the help of film actors such as Lee Jung Jae Jung Woo Sung. The funeral will be held at Seoul St. Mary's Hospital Funeral Hall, Room 31, and the funeral will be on January 9th (Friday) at 6 am, Jangji Yangpyeong Byolgrida.
“We kindly ask you to refrain from excessive coverage and unconfirmed reports of unconfirmed cases considering the intentions of the deceased and the hearts of the bereaved family.
“Actor Sung Gi Ahn's work and spirit will remain with us for a long time to come and be remembered by many.
“May his soul rest in peace
“Thank you.”
In response to the statement, one fan wrote: “May his soul rest in peace,” whilst another said: “Great learner may his soul rest in peace🙏.”
Actor Ahn Sung-ki, who was born in 1952, made his debut as a child actor in The Twilight Train in 1957. He appeared as a Buddhist monk in Mandara in 1981, and as a corrupt police officer in Two Cops in 1993.
When Ahn Sung-ki was interviewed by Shindonga magazine in 2007, he said: “I don’t do well on acting like looking at someone who I don’t love with loving eyes and kissing really romantically. I feel shy and can’t express such emotions well.”