Netflix Star Kim Sae-Ron, 24, Found Dead at Home – The Shocking Details
Kim Sae-ron, a well-known South Korean actress, has passed away at the age of 24. Her death comes nearly two years after a drunk driving incident that brought her under public scrutiny.
The former child star, famous for her roles in films and dramas, was found in her Seoul apartment. According to The Korea Herald, a friend discovered her body and called the police around 4:50 p.m.
Authorities are investigating the cause of her death but have not found any 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 told Yonhap News Agency. No further details have been released.
Following the news, many paid tribute to Kim on Instagram. Actress Kim Ok-vin posted a white flower as a symbol of condolence, while a fan page remembered her as a “talented actress.”
Kim Min-che, who worked with Kim Sae-ron in Neighborhood People, shared her sympathy, writing, “I pray for the soul of the deceased. May she rest in peace.”
Kim Sae-ron was born on July 31, 2000, in Seoul. She started acting at the age of nine and quickly gained fame with her roles in A Brand New Life (2009) and The Man From Nowhere (2010). Her performance earned her the Best New Actress award at the 8th Korean Film Awards.
That same year, she became the youngest South Korean actress invited to the Cannes Film Festival, where A Brand New Life was screened.
Kim continued to impress audiences with roles in The Neighbors (2012), The Queen’s Classroom (2013), and Glamorous Temptation (2015). Most recently, she starred in Bloodhounds, which was released on Netflix.
In May 2022, Kim made headlines for a drunk driving incident in Gangnam’s Cheongdam-dong area. As reported by The South China Morning Post, she crashed into an electrical transformer box, causing power outages that affected businesses and traffic signals.
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.
Aside from acting, Kim had a deep love for animals, especially dogs. She often shared photos of her visits to animal shelters on Instagram.
During a visit to Rainfall Pocheon Quarter, she encouraged pet adoption and urged her 3.7 million followers to support shelter animals. She appeared happy as she petted several dogs.
In one post, Kim expressed concern about the summer heat and its effect on shelter dogs. She hoped they would remain safe and find loving homes.
She also shared a heartfelt message, saying, “I hope that precious and lovely children can stay comfortable and clean for a little, and that they can meet a lot of good new families.🙏🏻”
Kim’s sudden passing has left her colleagues and fans in shock. As investigations continue, she is remembered not just for her acting talent but also for her kindness and love for animals. Her legacy as a rising star and compassionate advocate lives on.
