Kim Sae Ron was found dead in her home today, February 16. Seoul Seongdong Police stated that they are currently investigating the case. Seoul Seongdong Police added that they received a report from Kim Sae Ron’s friend, who visited her home where she promised to meet today. The investigation results so far have not shown any indication of the possibility of committing a criminal act such as trespassing or otherwise.
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Young actress Kim Sae Ron is known for her childhood and teenage roles, but in 2022, the actress faced a lot of controversy after being involved in a drunk driving and property destruction case, which caused many of her projects to be canceled.
Kim, who apologized for her drunk driving incident on May 18, 2022 through her agency, has since canceled all of her dramas, with her being fired from several K-dramas and dramas released around the time of the incident being re-edited to remove most of the actress’s scenes.
Later in 2024, Kim Sae Ron was spotted filming at Tapgol Park, in Seoul’s Jongno district, on October 21. Wearing a white dress and long hair, she appeared to be in good spirits throughout the shoot. Her co-star is said to be a rookie actor.
Industry insiders have revealed that Kim will be starring in a new low-budget musical film directed by Shin Jae Ho, known for his work in Ditto and 100 Days With Mr. Arrogant .
But Kim Sae Ron, who was celebrated as a child prodigy for her performances in films like A Brand New Life, The Man from Nowhere, I am Father, and drama Can You Hear My Heart, has had her career stalled since her drunk driving incident.
Reasons for Actress Kim Sae Ron to End Her Life:
In May 2022, Kim crashed her car into a crash barrier, a tree, and a transformer while driving under the influence of alcohol in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, causing a temporary power outage that affected nearby businesses and street lights. She was fined 20 million won by the Seoul Central District Court in April 2023.
Kim Sae Ron’s Controversial Statements
Later, she was embroiled in a public opinion manipulation controversy when she was spotted throwing her birthday party while stating that she was in a period of meditation and was suffering from a financial crisis that forced her to work at a cafe.
Kim Sae Ron’s false statements have sparked outrage among Korean netizens, putting her under scrutiny and further criticism.
Kim Sae Ron and Kim Soo Hyun
In March 2024, the actress shared a selfie of herself and Kim Soo Hyun on social media in an up-close and personal situation, which she later retracted.
Actor Kim Soo Hyun, 36, has strongly denied the dating allegations that surfaced after a photo of himself and actress Kim Sae Ron, 25, was temporarily shared on social media and then soon removed. The photo, which showed the two stars face-to-face, was posted on social media on March 24 and quickly became the subject of relationship rumors.
Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, quickly responded to the rumors, issuing a statement denying any romance between the two stars and dismissing the idea as “baseless.”
“The dating rumors surrounding Kim Soo Hyun are completely baseless. The photo in question appears to have been taken when the two actors were under the same management. We are unsure of the motives behind Kim Sae Ron choosing to upload the photo and then immediately withdrawing it
Gold Medalist also emphasized the negative impact of the photo, noting that it generated unnecessary misconceptions and excessive speculation. “We will take strict legal action against any defamatory or insulting posts that harm the actor’s reputation and character. We encourage everyone to avoid false rumors and speculative content.”
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