Lee Sang-bo, a South Korean actor who recently returned to TV after being cleared of drug-related charges, has died at home. He was 44 years old.

A recent report from NDTV, at around 12:40 p.m. on March 27, police in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi Province, discovered Lee at his home after a family member contacted them. Authorities said there were no signs of foul play, and they are still looking into the circumstances surrounding his death.

At first, his agency, Korea Management Group, dealt with the situation as reports came in. The agency said in a statement, "We inform you that our actor Lee Sang-bo has passed away," adding, "We ask for your understanding that the cause of death cannot be disclosed at the request of the bereaved family".

The agency also asked the media and the public to give the family some space while they were grieving. In the same statement, it said, "We respectfully ask for cooperation in refraining from coverage and visits in order to protect the family," Korea Times.

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Lee's death has brought back memories of his personal and professional problems. He was born in 1981 and made his acting debut in the 2006 drama "The Invisible Man Choi Jang-soo." He then starred in shows like "Man Who Dies to Live" and "Miss Monte-Cristo."

Lee's name made the news in 2022, drawing attention for allegations of drug use. But the truth was that he had misunderstood something about the medication he was taking for his depression. Ultimately, the case was dismissed. The event's consequences, however, were far-reaching, and they cast a shadow over his professional life.

Lee has reflected on the stigma that he experienced, and he has also considered the challenges that he faced. He said in an interview a while ago, "Even when I try to live a normal life, people look at me differently," adding, "Some industry officials still believe I actually used drugs, which creates significant risks when trying to return to work."

Reports say that the actor had trouble with depression after losing his parents and older sister in an accident in 2009. He had been living alone for the past few years while trying to get his career back on track.

Lee came back to TV after a two-year break with the drama "The Elegant Empire." This was after "Miss Monte-Cristo." He had also just signed an exclusive contract with his agency, which meant he was going to start working in the entertainment industry again.