Actress Kim Sae-ron has died, according to police sources who spoke with Yonhap News Agency. She was 24.
An unnamed friend arrived at Sae-ron’s home in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, at 4:55 p.m. local time, having previously planned to meet up with the actress.
The friend discovered Sae-ron’s remains in the house and contacted police, who are currently investigating the death. The cause and manner of death are unknown, but an unnamed official effectively ruled out foul play when speaking with YNA.
“We have not found any signs of foul play as of yet,” a source told reporters, “but we are investigating the circumstances of the death.”
Sae-ron is well-known internationally for her work on Netflix’s Bloodhounds, as well as her roles in a variety of other Korean television shows and films.
Her film credits include The Man from Nowhere, A Girl at My Door, The Queen’s Classroom, and Snowy Road. She also hosted Show! Music Core.
Aside from her career, she received a lot of media attention following a DUI scandal in 2022. The young actress was driving drunk when she crashed into another vehicle, causing property damage and a significant power outage. She faced intense public scrutiny and was forced to effectively pause her career as a result.
She also made headlines in 2024 for a rumored relationship with actor Kim Soo Hyun, who was more than a decade her senior. However, as a result of the charges brought against her, she attempted to keep a low profile.
“Kim Sae Ron spends her time reflecting on her past mistakes and trying to reboot her acting career,” according to an early 2024 Newsen report. “Although she has been on hiatus for two years, we do not know when she will have the opportunity to make a comeback, but we hope she will evolve into a more mature actor.”
