Final Farewell for Ahn Sung-ki Funeral at Myeongdong Cathedral 2026
The funeral for legendary actor Ahn Sung-ki will take place at Myeongdong Cathedral on Jan. 9, 2026. Jung Woo-sung and Lee Jung-jae lead the tributes for the cinema icon.
The screen goes dark for a giant of Korean cinema. Ahn Sung-ki, widely revered as the "Nation's Actor," is set for his final journey tomorrow at Myeongdong Cathedral following his passing earlier this week.
Procession for Ahn Sung-ki Funeral at Myeongdong Cathedral
According to reports from Yonhap News, a memorial Mass will be held on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, at 8 a.m. at Myeongdong Cathedral in downtown Seoul. Archbishop Chung Soon-taick will preside over the service for the late actor, who was a devoted Christian.
Top stars are lining up to honor their mentor. Actor Jung Woo-sung is expected to carry Ahn's portrait, while Lee Jung-jae will hold the Geumgwan Order of Cultural Merit, the nation's highest cultural honor awarded posthumously. Fellow actors like Sul Kyung-gu and Yoo Ji-tae will serve as pallbearers.
A Legacy Spanning Over Seven Decades
Ahn passed away Monday at the age of 74 after suffering from a choking incident at his home. He's been the bedrock of the industry since his debut in 1957 as a child actor, appearing in more than 140 films. His career isn't just a list of credits; it's a history of modern Korean cinema itself.
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