South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron was found dead in her Seoul apartment on Sunday, nearly two years after she withdrew from the public eye following a drunk driving conviction. She was 24.
Police Investigating the South Korean Actress Cause of Death
According to the Seoul Metropolitan Police, a friend discovered Kim’s body at approximately 4:55 p.m. local time (07:55 GMT). And immediately alerted authorities. Investigators said there were no signs of foul play, but needs official autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
Police sources told local media that Kim had not been in regular contact with many people recently, and her reclusive lifestyle had raised concerns among those close to her. Authorities have not confirmed whether she left behind any notes or messages.
A Promising Career Cut Short
Born in Seoul in 2000, the South Korean Actress made her acting debut at the age of nine and quickly gained recognition. As one of South Korea’s most talented young stars, she first rose to international prominence with her role in A Brand New Life (2009), which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.
She later starred alongside Won Bin in The Man from Nowhere (2010), South Korea’s highest-grossing film that year, cementing her status as a rising star. Kim’s other acclaimed performances included roles in The Neighbour (2012), A Girl at My Door (2014), and the fantasy drama Mirror of the Witch (2016).
Kim’s career took a hit in May 2022 when she was arrested for drunk driving in Seoul. Surveillance footage from the incident showed her crashing her vehicle into a transformer box, causing a power outage in the area. In April 2023, she was fined 20 million won ($15,000) by the court.
Following the controversy, Kim largely retreated from the public eye. Netflix edited out much of her performance in the 2023 drama Bloodhounds, and she struggled to regain her footing in the entertainment industry.
Industry and Fans React
News of Kim’s passing has sent shockwaves through South Korea’s entertainment industry. Tributes have poured in from fellow actors, filmmakers, and fans who remember her as a gifted performer with immense potential.
Her management agency has not yet released an official statement, and funeral arrangements have not been disclosed.
The investigation into her death remains ongoing.
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