Kang Seok-woo

Quick Facts: Who was Kang Seok-woo?

Subject:

Kang Seok-woo

Known for:

South Korean actor known for his early film roles and subsequent television career.

Born:

1957-10-01

Century / Era:

1957s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Kang Seok-woo (born Kang Man-heung on October 1, 1957) is a South Korean actor. He made his acting debut in 1978 in the Kim Soo-yong film Yeosu (The Loneliness of the Journey), then starred in his first television drama Ordinary People in 1982.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

Kang was most active on the big screen in the 1980s, but has worked exclusively in television since 1995. He has also displayed his artwork in several exhibitions.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1957 (1957-10-01): Birth of Kang Seok-woo — South Korean actor known for his early film roles and subsequent television career.
2. 1978: 1978 Milestone — He made his acting debut in 1978 in the Kim Soo-yong film Yeosu (The Loneliness of the Journey), then starred in his first television drama Ordinary People in 1982.
3. 1995: 1995 Milestone — Kang was most active on the big screen in the 1980s, but has worked exclusively in television since 1995.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kang Seok-woo

True or False: “Kang Seok-woo's acting career remained exclusively in the film industry after 1995.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): The provided information states that Kang transitioned to working exclusively in television since 1995.

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