Japanese actress Yuri Nakamura died from rectal cancer on 1 September at the age of 44, after the disease returned following earlier remission, her agency Alpha Agency announced on 14 September. The company said she had first been treated for cancer 13 years ago, later went into remission and continued her acting career while undergoing regular check-ups.
Cancer was detected again in January 2025. The agency said surgery was successful, but metastasis was subsequently discovered. A complete cure or further remission was considered difficult, and Nakamura continued treatment while working.
