Hong Soo-ah

Quick Facts: Who was Hong Soo-ah?

Subject:

Hong Soo-ah

Known for:

South Korean actress known for early 2000s sitcom roles and international dramatic work.

Born:

1986-06-30

Century / Era:

1986s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Hong Soo-ah (Korean: 홍수아; born June 30, 1986), birth name Hong Geun-young (홍근영), is a South Korean actress. She is known for her early 2000s role in the sitcom Nonstop. She gained the nickname "Hong Throw" in the Korean press after making a skilful ceremonial first pitch at a Doosan Bears game in Jamsil Baseball Stadium in 2005.

Career & Major Achievements

Hong Soo-ah has performed in a number of films and television programs and appeared on variety shows. She left Korea to perform in Chinese dramatic roles for several years before returning to Korea in 2016 to play a lead role in the film Malice. In 2015 the actress won the Asia Pacific Actors Network Hallyu Star award.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In June 2020, Hong signed a management contract with Glovic Entertainment, the same company behind the Channel A drama Eccentric! In October 2022, Hong signed a contract with Tazo Entertainment.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1986 (1986-06-30): Birth of Hong Soo-ah — South Korean actress known for early 2000s sitcom roles and international dramatic work.
2. 2005: 2005 Milestone — She gained the nickname "Hong Throw" in the Korean press after making a skilful ceremonial first pitch at a Doosan Bears game in Jamsil Baseball Stadium in 2005.
3. 2015: 2015 Milestone — In 2015 the actress won the Asia Pacific Actors Network Hallyu Star award.
4. 2016: 2016 Milestone — She left Korea to perform in Chinese dramatic roles for several years before returning to Korea in 2016 to play a lead role in the film Malice.
5. 2020: 2020 Milestone — In June 2020, Hong signed a management contract with Glovic Entertainment, the same company behind the Channel A drama Eccentric!
6. 2022: 2022 Milestone — In October 2022, Hong signed a contract with Tazo Entertainment.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Hong Soo-ah

True or False: “Hong Soo-ah gained the nickname "Hong Throw" after pitching in a professional baseball game.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): She earned this nickname after making a skillful ceremonial first pitch at a Doosan Bears game in 2005.

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