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Byun Hee-bong (Korean: 변희봉; born Byun In-chul; 8 June 1942 – 18 September 2023) was a South Korean film, television and voice actor. In 1963, he embarked on his voice acting career by making his debut in the first season of DBS Donga Broadcasting.
Profile. Name: Byun Hee-Bong. Hangul: 변희봉. Birth Name: Byun In-Chul (변인철) Birthdate: June 8, 1942. Date of Death: September 18, 2023. Birthplace: South Korea. Height: Blood Type: Movies. By Quantum Physics: A Nightlife Venture | Yangjamoolrihak (2019) - Baek Young-Kam. Okja (2017) - Hee-Bong. Mr. Go (2013) - Weiwei's grandfather (cameo)
Byun Hee-Bong. Actor: The Host. Byun Hee-bong, a veteran South Korean actor who appeared in several films by Oscar-winning director Bong Joon Ho was born in Jangseon, South Jeolla Province, and started work in live theater before becoming a voice performer for state TV network MBC in 1966.
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Sep 18, 2023 · It was reported that veteran actor Byun Hee Bong passed away on September 18 at the age of 81. Earlier, Byun Hee Bong had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and received a clean bill of health after undergoing treatment, but it appears that the cancer recurred, leading to his passing.
Sep 18, 2023 · Byun Hee-bong was a veteran actor who starred in several films by Oscar-winning director Bong Joon Ho, including "The Host" and "Okja". He died of pancreatic cancer complications on Monday, according to Yonhap News agency.
Sep 19, 2023 · South Korean actor Byun Hee-bong, who’s best known for roles in the K-dramas “Pinocchio” and “My Girl,” died after his battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 81 years old.
Sep 18, 2023 · Actor Byun Hee-bong has died aged 81 on Monday. He had been suffering from pancreatic cancer, which had relapsed recently. Born on June 8, 1942, in South Jeolla's Jangseong County, Byun began his acting career on stage and debuted on-screen in 1966 as broadcaster MBC's voice actor.
