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Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kim Sae-ron dies at 24 in apparent suicide
Feb. 17 (UPI) -- South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron has died in an apparent suicide. She was 24 years old. The New York Times reported Kim was found dead by a friend at her home Sunday, according to the Seongdong Police Station in Seoul. Kim was just nine years old when her role in A Brand New Life helped catapult her to fame. She later appeared in such films as The Man from Nowhere, The Neighbors and A Girl at My Door. But her professional life hit a snag when she was convicted of driving under the influence in 2022, CNN reports. She took to social media at the time to address the public outcry. "There is no excuse for this distasteful incident," the actress said in May 2022. Kim was attached to the Netflix series Bloodhounds at the time of her DUI. Most of her scenes were edited out after the incident, according to Variety. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, help is available 24/7. Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support. Globally, the International Association for Suicide Prevention has contact information for crisis centers around the world.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix Star Kim Sae-ron's Cause of Death Revealed: Report
Actress Kim Sae-ron's cause of death has been revealed. According to multiple outlets, including The New York Times, police on Monday, February 17, ruled Sae-ron's death a suicide. "We believe she made an extreme choice and plan to handle it as a suicide," a police official told reporters, per Yonhap News Agency. Sae-ron was found dead at her home on Sunday, February 16, by a friend who had visited her house, the Seongdong Police Station in Seoul told The New York Times. She was 24 years old. 'We have not found any signs of foul play as of yet, but we are investigating the circumstances of the death,' a police spokesperson told Yonhap on Sunday. 'Bloodhounds' Star Kim Sae-ron Found Dead Inside Home at 24, Police Officials Confirm Sae-ron began acting in 2009, starring in A Brand New Life, The Man From Nowhere, The Neighbors, A Girl at My Door, Snowy Road and The Villagers. She last appeared in Netflix's 2023 series Bloodhounds. Sae-ron's acting career suffered following a drunk driving incident in May 2022. The Netflix star was fined about $14,000 after her blood alcohol levels exceeded 0.2 percent, per Yonhap News Agency. (An alcohol level over 0.03 percent while driving is considered a D.U.I offense in South Korea.) 'First, I apologize for informing you of the accident and the damages late. I caused an accident in Gangnam around 8 a.m. yesterday, May 18, where I damaged public property. At the time, I was drunk and made a big mistake,' she said in a translated Instagram statement. 'Due to my poor judgment and actions, I caused damage to many people, including the merchants in the surrounding stores, citizens, and those who were helping with the repairs. I should have acted more carefully and responsibly, but I was unable to do so. I sincerely apologize.' 'Parasite' Actor Lee Sun-kyun Dead At Age 48 After Apparent Suicide She continued, 'I am currently working with the company to sort out the damages caused by the accident, and I will do my best to communicate and actively resolve the issue until the end.' Sae-ron also issued an apology to her coworkers at the time. 'I am also very sorry to my fellow actors, staff, and production crew for causing disruption to the work I was filming and preparing for. I deeply apologize once again and apologize for causing concern,' she concluded. 'There is no room for excuses for this unfortunate incident, and I am disappointed and ashamed of my own mistakes. I will deeply reflect and reflect again so that something like this will never happen again. I am sorry.' If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kim Sae-ron dies at 24 in apparent suicide
Feb. 17 (UPI) -- South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron has died in an apparent suicide. She was 24 years old. The New York Times reported Kim was found dead by a friend at her home Sunday, according to the Seongdong Police Station in Seoul. Kim was just nine years old when her role in A Brand New Life helped catapult her to fame. She later appeared in such films as The Man from Nowhere, The Neighbors and A Girl at My Door. But her professional life hit a snag when she was convicted of driving under the influence in 2022, CNN reports. She took to social media at the time to address the public outcry. "There is no excuse for this distasteful incident," the actress said in May 2022. Kim was attached to the Netflix series Bloodhounds at the time of her DUI. Most of her scenes were edited out after the incident, according to Variety. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, help is available 24/7. Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support. Globally, the International Association for Suicide Prevention has contact information for crisis centers around the world.
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
South Korean Actress Kim Sae-ron Passes Away Aged 24
The unexpected news of Kim Sae-ron's death has left fans and the South Korean entertainment industry in shock. The actress, who was once regarded as one of the rising stars, died at the young age of 24. She gained recognition for her roles in films and dramas before facing personal and professional struggles in recent years. Here are more details of Kim Sae-ron's death. South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron was found dead at her home in Seoul's Seongsu-dong district. A friend who was supposed to meet her discovered her body and contacted the police. Authorities confirmed there were no signs of foul play, but an investigation into the cause of death is ongoing. An official police spokesperson said, 'At this stage, we have not found any signs of foul play. However, we are carefully investigating the circumstances surrounding her passing.' (via KKN Live) Sae-ron was considered one of South Korea's most promising actresses. She gained early fame with A Brand New Life (2009), which led to her appearance at the Cannes Film Festival. She later featured in The Man from Nowhere (2010), The Neighbors (2012), and A Girl at My Door (2014), earning praise for her performances. The actress also appeared in TV dramas like Hi! School-Love On (2014). However, her career took a hit in 2022 following a DUI incident in Seoul, which led to property damage and a fine of 20 million won. As a result, her role in Netflix's Bloodhounds (2023) was reportedly largely removed. Sae-ron also withdrew from other projects, including the drama Trolley. She was set to make a comeback with the play Dongchimi and the film Guitar Man but ultimately stepped away. Following her passing, her former agency Gold Medalist issued a statement expressing condolences. The agency said, 'We are deeply saddened by the tragic news of Kim Sae-ron's passing. May she rest in peace.' (via TheKoreaTimes) Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on ComingSoon. The post South Korean Actress Kim Sae-ron Passes Away Aged 24 appeared first on Mandatory.
Ammon
17-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Ammon
South Korean actor Kim Sae-ron dead at 24
Ammon News - South Korean actor Kim Sae-ron was found dead at her home in Seoul on Sunday, nearly two years after she retreated from the public eye following a drunk driving conviction. She was 24. Kim's body was discovered by a friend, according to police. There were no signs of foul play and officers are investigating the circumstances of her death, a police official told CNN. Kim began her career as a child actor and gained widespread recognition, including an appearance at the Cannes Film Festival, for her role as a girl abandoned at an orphanage in 2009 movie 'A Brand New Life.' She later starred in 2010 action hit 'The Man from Nowhere,' 2012 mystery thriller 'The Neighbors,' and 2014 drama 'A Girl at My Door,' among numerous roles in film and television. But Kim's career had stalled since April 2023 after a Seoul court found her guilty of driving under the influence when she crashed her car in the South Korean capital a year earlier. Kim avoided jail but was fined about $14,000. Her last known role was in Netflix's 2023 K-drama 'Bloodhounds.' CNN
