South Korean Actress Kim Sae-Ron Passes Away at 24
The Korean entertainment industry is mourning the loss of talented actress Kim Sae-Ron, who passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at the age of 24.
Kim Sae-Ron was found deceased at her home in Seongdong-gu, Seoul, by a friend who immediately alerted the authorities.
The cause of death has not been officially announced and is currently under investigation.
Born on July 31, 2000, Kim Sae-Ron began her acting career at the age of nine and quickly gained recognition for her impressive performances in various films and television dramas.
Her notable roles include “The Man from Nowhere” (2010) and “The Neighbor” (2012).
Throughout her career, Kim Sae-Ron received numerous awards and nominations for her performances, solidifying her position as one of Korea’s most promising young actresses.
Despite facing challenges in her personal and professional life, including a drunk-driving incident in 2022, Kim Sae-Ron remained a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
Her passing has sent shockwaves throughout the Korean film community, with friends, colleagues, and fans taking to social media to pay tribute to her memory.
Kim Sae-Ron’s legacy will live on through her remarkable body of work, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Kim Sae-ron passed away at home at the age of 25.
According to Korean media reports, Kim Sae-ron died at home at the age of 25.
According to the police, they received a report from Kim Sae-ron’s friend at around 5 pm that day, and the police immediately rushed to Kim Sae-ron’s residence in Seoul. At present, the suspicion of homicide has been ruled out, but the specific cause of death is still being confirmed.
The head of the police said: “No signs of crime such as external invasion were found at the scene, but the exact cause of death needs further investigation.”
Kim Sae-ron was born in Seoul, South Korea on July 31, 2000.
She starred in the popular action film “The Man from Nowhere” (“Uncle”), and was nominated for the Best New Actress Award and the Best Popular Actress Award in the Film Category at the 47th Baeksang Arts Awards for this film.
Other well-known works include the movies “Neighbors”, “Do Hee”, “Snow Road”, “Neighbors”, “A Brand New Life” and the TV series “Love in High School”, “Witch’s Treasure Mirror”, “Excellent Wizard Jia Douxin”, “They”, etc.
Rest in peace.
