Death of Yuri Nakamura: From Rectal Cancer to Metastasis and Bowel Obstruction... Despite Terminal Diagnosis in Her Lifetime, She "Never Lost Her Smile" [World Star Issue]

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Japanese-Korean actress Nakamura Yuri has passed away after battling rectal cancer.

Recently, her agency Alpha Agency announced via its official website that "Nakamura Yuri passed away from rectal cancer on September 1" and added that she held a funeral with her family, the actress herself, and staff members.

According to the agency, Nakamura Yuri had also suffered from cancer 13 years ago but recovered her health after remission and continued her activities. It is reported that she did not miss any checkups at that time either.

The agency stated, "However, in January last year, cancer was detected again. Although the surgery was successful, metastasis was found afterward." It further conveyed, "In August this year, while working hard to recover for her return, she suddenly developed a bowel obstruction and received notification that her remaining life would be very short."

It continued, "Nakamura Yuri did not lose her calm, beautiful, and gentle smile, and was able to spend her final moments cherishing time with her family and close friends."

Nakamura Yuri, a Japanese-Korean actress of South Korean nationality who passed away after battling rectal cancer, debuted in the entertainment industry through the Japanese TV Tokyo audition program 'ASAYAN' in 1996. Later, she formed the female duo Yurimari with Iwasa Mari and worked as a singer.

After transitioning to acting, she alternated between films and dramas. She gained attention for starring in the 2007 film 'Pachi! LOVE&PEACE' and also appeared in movies such as 'Ju-on: The Black Girl', 'Maybe It Will Happen for Real, Miracle', 'Like Father, Like Son', and 'Ringu: The Curse'.

She also acted in dramas including 'Tokyo Dogs', 'Good Doctor', 'We Are Crazy', '119 Emergency Call', and 'After the Breakup'. Notably, she shared scenes with actress Han Hyo-joo in the Netflix drama 'Romantic Anonymous', which was released in 2025.

Additionally, Nakamura Yuri was scheduled to play the lead role in the drama 'Dangerous', set for broadcast in 2027, but had to withdraw from the production due to bowel obstruction.

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