“Bloodhounds” actress Kim Sae-ron has died. The 24-year-old star’s death follows a drunk driving incident nearly two years ago that drew public scrutiny.
Kim Sae-ron, a former child star who rose to fame with acclaimed performances in South Korean films and dramas, was found lifeless in her Seoul apartment. She was 24.
Kim Sae-Ron attends the “Peter Jensen” launch photocall in Seoul on April 13, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
As reported by The Korea Herald, Kim’s friend discovered her body and immediately called the police at around 4:50 p.m. Investigators are examining the cause of death but have found no signs of a break-in.
“We have not found any signs of foul play as of yet, but we are investigating the circumstances of the death,” a police official said. Authorities have not released further details.
Kim, born on July 31, 2000, in Seoul, started acting at nine years old. She gained recognition for her performances in “A Brand New Life” (2009) and “The Man From Nowhere” (2010), winning Best New Actress at the 8th Korean Film Awards.
That same year, she became the youngest South Korean actress invited to the Cannes Film Festival, where the 2009 film was screened.
Kim Sae-Ron attends the “Love Playlist Season 4” special live event in Seoul on June 12, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
She continued to build her career with roles in “The Queen’s Classroom” (2013), “The Neighbors” (2012), and “Glamorous Temptation” (2015), showing versatility across different genres. She most recently starred in “Bloodhounds,” which streamed on Netflix.
In May 2022, Kim made headlines for a drunk driving incident in Gangnam’s Cheongdam-dong area. According to the South China Morning Post, she crashed into an electrical transformer box, causing power outages that disrupted businesses and traffic signals.
Reports stated that she refused a breathalyzer test at the scene and later requested a blood test at a hospital. The accident led to her withdrawal from the SBS drama “Trolley” and sparked public criticism.
