# KBS and MBC Air Tribute Documentaries After Choi Bool-am's Death

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- Published: 2026-10-30T06:00:03.354Z
- Publisher: Unnie Note

> KBS and MBC have scheduled tribute documentaries to honor actor Choi Bool-am, who died on October 30, 2026.

## Key points

1. KBS airs a two-part tribute special starting with a 11:10 p.m. broadcast on October 30.
2. MBC re-airs its May documentary 'Pah-ha, It's Choi Bool-am' in two parts.
3. Choi did not appear on camera for the MBC documentary at his family's request.

## When do the tribute documentaries air?

KBS and MBC have urgently scheduled special documentaries to remember Choi Bool-am, the veteran actor known as the nation's father figure, who died on October 30. According to Yonhap News, KBS will air a two-part special starting at 11:10 p.m. on October 30, followed by the second part at 8:10 p.m. on November 1.

| Broadcaster | Program | Air time |
|---|---|---|
| KBS | Our Beloved Guest in the Living Room, Choi Bool-am | 11:10 p.m., October 30 |
| KBS | Table Keeper Choi Bool-am, We Remember You | 8:10 p.m., November 1 |
| MBC | Pah-ha, It's Choi Bool-am, Part 1 | 8:40 p.m., October 30 |
| MBC | Pah-ha, It's Choi Bool-am, Part 2 | 9:30 a.m., November 1 |

## What does the MBC documentary cover?

MBC is re-airing 'Pah-ha, It's Choi Bool-am', which first aired in May. It traces Choi's acting career of more than 60 years. Fellow actors Park Geun-hyung, Ko Du-shim, Park Sang-won, Chae Si-ra, and Jung Kyung-ho share their memories of him.

## Why isn't Choi in the documentary?

The documentary was originally expected to include Choi himself. However, his family asked that he focus on rehabilitation therapy, so he did not appear on camera.

## For international fans

Choi Bool-am was one of Korea's most familiar TV faces, known for long-running family dramas where he played warm, reliable fathers. Tributes like these are how Korean broadcasters honor performers who shaped generations of viewers.

## FAQ

### What time does the KBS tribute documentary air on October 30?

KBS airs the first part, 'Our Beloved Guest in the Living Room, Choi Bool-am', at 11:10 p.m. on October 30. Check your local time zone when watching.

### Did Choi Bool-am appear in the MBC documentary?

No. The documentary was originally expected to feature him, but his family asked him to focus on rehabilitation, so he did not appear on camera.

## Sources

- [Yonhap News](https://www.yna.co.kr/view/AKR20261030116700005)

_Written and translated with AI from official announcements and Korean media reports. If something is wrong, please let us know._