South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron was found dead in her Seoul apartment on February 16, 2025, at the age of 24. A friend who had planned to meet her discovered her body and alerted authorities. Police have stated there were no signs of foul play, and the preliminary cause of death has been identified as suicide.
Kim Sae-ron began her career as a child model in 2001 and transitioned to acting at the age of nine. She gained prominence through her roles in films such as “A Brand New Life” (2009) and “The Man From Nowhere” (2010). Her performance in “A Girl at My Door” (2014) further solidified her status as a talented actress. She also appeared in television dramas, including “Listen to My Heart” (2011) and “The Queen’s Classroom” (2013).
In May 2022, Kim was involved in a drunk driving incident in Seoul’s Gangnam district, where she crashed her vehicle into a guardrail and a transformer, causing a power outage in the area. She was fined and faced public criticism, leading her to step back from her acting career. Despite attempts to return to the industry, health issues hindered her comeback.
Her untimely death has reignited discussions about the intense pressures faced by celebrities in South Korea. Fans and colleagues have expressed their condolences, and advocacy groups emphasize the need for greater compassion and mental health support within the entertainment industry to prevent future tragedies.
Kim’s last social media activity was an Instagram post in January 2025, where she shared a photo of herself with a simple caption. This final post has since become a focal point for fans mourning her loss.
As investigations continue, the South Korean entertainment community reflects on Kim Sae-ron’s contributions to film and television, mourning the loss of a young talent whose career was cut short.
