Hong Soo-hyun

Quick Facts: Who was Hong Soo-hyun?

Subject:

Hong Soo-hyun

Known for:

South Korean actress known for roles in Dae Jo-yeong, The Princess' Man, and Goodbye Dear Wife.

Born:

1981-02-15

Century / Era:

1981s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Hong Soo-hyun (Korean: 홍수현; born February 15, 1981) is a South Korean actress. She is best known for her roles in Dae Jo-yeong, The Princess' Man, and Goodbye Dear Wife. After she debuted as a magazine model in high school, Hong appeared in a Johnson & Johnson commercial in 1996, and began her acting career in 1999.

Career & Major Achievements

In the following decade, true stardom remained elusive as she mostly found herself restricted to supporting roles. Then Hong received strong reviews for her back-to-back strong performances in the 2011 period drama The Princess' Man as a role Princess Kyunghye, and the 2012 quirky comedy History of a Salaryman, as well as Goodbye Dear Wife (2012).

Enduring Legacy & Impact

On May 28, 2021, Hong married her non-celebrity boyfriend in a private wedding ceremony. On August 9, 2022, Hong donated ₩10 million to help those affected by the 2022 South Korean floods through the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1981 (1981-02-15): Birth of Hong Soo-hyun — South Korean actress known for roles in Dae Jo-yeong, The Princess' Man, and Goodbye Dear Wife.
2. 1996: 1996 Milestone — After she debuted as a magazine model in high school, Hong appeared in a Johnson & Johnson commercial in 1996, and began her acting career in 1999.
3. 2011: 2011 Milestone — Then Hong received strong reviews for her back-to-back strong performances in the 2011 period drama The Princess' Man as a role Princess Kyunghye, and the 2012 quirky comedy History of a Salaryman, as well as Goodbye Dear Wife (2012).
4. 2021: 2021 Milestone — On May 28, 2021, Hong married her non-celebrity boyfriend in a private wedding ceremony.
5. 2022: 2022 Milestone — On August 9, 2022, Hong donated ₩10 million to help those affected by the 2022 South Korean floods through the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Hong Soo-hyun

True or False: “Hong Soo-hyun began her professional acting career immediately after graduating from high school.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): She debuted as a magazine model in high school but did not begin her formal acting career until 1999.

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