Jo Min-ki

Quick Facts: Who was Jo Min-ki?

Subject:

Jo Min-ki

Known for:

South Korean actor, photographer, and professor known for roles in 'East of Eden'.

Born:

1965-11-05

Died:

2018-03-09

Century / Era:

1965s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Jo Min-ki (November 5, 1965 – March 9, 2018) was a South Korean actor. He is best known for his roles in the television series Love and Ambition, East of Eden, Queen Seondeok, and Flames of Desire. He was also a noted photographer and published two books and held solo exhibitions. In addition since 2010 he was an assistant professor at Cheongju University. Following high-profile accusations of sexual misconduct from numerous students, Jo was found dead at an underground parking lot in Seoul in an apparent suicide on March 9, 2018.

Career & Major Achievements

On February 22, 2018, Jo Min-ki was accused of sexually harassing his students, which he initially denied. It was then revealed that he had resigned from a teaching post at Cheongju University, and dropped out of his upcoming drama Children of a Lesser God. A week later, Jo apologized and admitted to the allegations. It was confirmed that Jo would be investigated by the police and was due to turn himself in for questioning by Monday March 12, 2018. Shortly before his death, police announced that he was banned from leaving the country during the investigation.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Following Jo's death, it was announced he had written and sent a written apology on February 26, however his agency decided not to release it and instead released an official statement of apology. Jo was found dead from an apparent suicide by hanging on March 9, 2018, in an underground parking lot near his home in Gwangjin District of Seoul. Jo left a six-page suicide note in which he apologized to his family and students, although the police have declined to release the full contents of the note. A private funeral was held for Jo at the Konkuk University Hospital Funeral Home in Seoul.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1965 (1965-11-05): Birth of Jo Min-ki — South Korean actor, photographer, and professor known for roles in 'East of Eden'.
2. 2010: 2010 Milestone — In addition since 2010 he was an assistant professor at Cheongju University.
3. 2018 (2018-03-09): Passing & Historical Legacy — Jo Min-ki passed away on 2018-03-09, leaving an enduring historical legacy.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Jo Min-ki

True or False: “Jo Min-ki was only active as an actor during his lifetime.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): He was also noted for being a photographer and held solo exhibitions, in addition to his acting career.

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