South Korean actor Kim Sae-ron was found dead at her home in Seoul on Sunday, police have confirmed. She was 24 years old.
According to reports from Yonhap news agency, Kim was discovered by a friend on Sunday evening, who immediately informed the police. Authorities have yet to release further details regarding the cause of death, and an investigation is currently underway.
Kim Sae-ron rose to fame as a child actress with her breakout role in the 2010 action thriller The Man from Nowhere, where she played a kidnapped girl rescued by a former special forces agent. Her performance in the film received critical acclaim, and she quickly became one of the most promising young talents in South Korea’s entertainment industry.
Over the years, Kim starred in several notable films and television dramas, including A Brand New Life (2009), The Queen’s Classroom (2013), and Mirror of the Witch (2016). She was widely recognised for her versatility and ability to portray complex characters despite her young age.
However, her career faced setbacks in recent years following a drunk driving incident in 2022, which led to a suspension of her professional engagements. Despite this, she remained a well-known figure in the industry, with many fans hoping for her return to the screen.
News of her death has sent shockwaves across South Korea’s entertainment industry, with fans and colleagues expressing their grief and paying tribute to the late actress on social media. Many have shared fond memories of her performances and the impact she had on Korean cinema and television.
Authorities have stated that further details regarding the circumstances of her passing will be disclosed following an official investigation.