Song Nam Yong Dies At 44 After Struggling With Cancer For 6 Years
Actress Song Nam Young most importantly known for her work in numerous musicals has passed away. She died on June 12th. The reason for the actress' death was thyroid cancer.Wife of famous rock ballad singer, Song Nam Yong passed away at a young age of forty-four.
According to a report published by Koreaboo, the actress had been making quite a few headlines lately for undergoing treatment for her thyroid cancer condition. While at first it was assumed that the actress was recovering from her lost health. However, soon cancer spread to other parts of her body including the liver, stomach, and womb as well. The actress was first detected with cancer back in 2011. She has been undergoing chemotherapy and surgeries ever since.
According to another report published by Soompi, the report regarding her condition emerged back in 2011 itself. It was her husband, Yim Jae Bum who took to the online social media platform to write a message to his fans, stating that his wife was diagnosed with cancer and that she was to go through treatment. It is interesting to note how in the same year itself, Yim Jae Bum moved the viewers of MBC's I Am a Singer by narrating the heartfelt story of a loved one. It was only later revealed that he had been a part of the show only because he wanted to be able to support his wife's medical bills. After the show ended, Yim Jae Bum took a break from his career in order to take care and spend more time with his wife.
Song Nam Young herself achieved a lot during the remaining span of her life. A graduate of the Seoul National University of Fine Arts, the actress went on to star in several famous musicals including Hard Rock Cafe, The Last Empress, Mago, and others.
