Understanding Cerebral Infarction: Symptoms and the Impact of Park Ji-ah’s Death at 52

As reported by JTBC, actress Park Ji-ah, known for her role in the popular series The Glory, sadly passed away on September 30, 2024, at the age of 52. Her death was attributed to an ischemic stroke, also called a cerebral infarction. Park Ji-ah experienced a stroke while she had been enduring a prolonged illness; however, her family chose not to disclose the specifics of her medical condition.

For context, a cerebral infarction, or ischemic stroke, occurs when the arteries supplying blood to the brain fail, resulting in abnormal blood flow. Brain cells that are not receiving adequate blood supply become deprived of oxygen, which can lead to cell death or permanent disability.

Common symptoms of an ischemic stroke can include one-sided paralysis, difficulty speaking, loss of control over facial muscles, blurred vision, and loss of consciousness.

On the morning of September 30, JTBC reported that the actress collapsed at 2:50 AM and remained unconscious. Her agency, Billions, released a statement to share the tragic news of her passing.

“This is Park Ji Ah’s agency, Billions. We regret to inform you of the heartbreaking news that Park Ji Ah passed away today at 2:50 AM at the age of 52 after suffering an ischemic stroke. The funeral for the deceased is arranged at funeral hall 2 at the Asan Medical Center. The funeral procession will happen on October 2 at 10 AM.”

Discover more about the globally acclaimed K-drama, The Glory, featuring Song Hye-kyo and Lee Do-hyun

The Glory was released in two parts, with the first debuting on December 30, 2022, and the second part following on March 10, 2023. The drama features a stellar cast including Song Hye-kyo (known for Descendants of the Sun), Lee Do-hyun (Good Bad Mother), Lim Ji-yeon (from Revolver), Yeom Hye-ran (of The Uncanny Counter), Park Sung-hoon (from Queen of Tears), and Jung Sung-il (of Begin Youth), alongside the late Park Ji-ah.

This revenge drama revolves around Moon Dong-eun (played by Song Hye-kyo), a former victim of school violence, as she seeks retribution against her tormentors. In her quest for vengeance, she takes a role as a homeroom teacher at an elementary school, where Park Yeon-jin’s (Lim Ji-yeon) child, Ha Ye-sol, is a student. Park Yeon-jin was the head of the group that bullied and tortured Moon Dong-eun during their school years.

During their adolescent years, Park Yeon-jin and her collaborators bullied Moon Dong-eun, extorting money and subjecting her to physical and emotional abuse. When Moon Dong-eun returns as an adult seeking revenge, she encounters Joo Yeo-jeong (Lee Do-hyun), who aids her in her quest.

The late Park Ji-ah portrayed Jung Mi-hee, the mother of Moon Dong-eun, in The Glory. Jung Mi-hee worked in a barbershop while struggling with severe alcohol addiction, ultimately abandoning her daughter for financial gain.

Both seasons of The Glory are available for streaming worldwide on Netflix.

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