Kim Gyu-ri (actress, born August 1979)

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Gyu-ri (actress, born August 1979)?

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Kim Gyu-ri (actress, born August 1979)

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South Korean actress known for 'Portrait of a Beauty' and advocacy on privacy issues.

Born:

1979-08-16

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1979s Historical Era Archive

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Origins & Early Life

Kim Gyu-ri (Korean: 김규리; born Kim Min-sun (Korean: 김민선) on 16 August 1979) is a South Korean actress best known for the film Portrait of a Beauty (2008). She was involved in a controversy in 2008 when she made a statement against eating beef imported from the United States; this led to a lawsuit by a beef importer in Seoul but the courts ruled in her favor in 2010.

Career & Major Achievements

She also spoke out in behalf of entertainers' invasion of privacy regarding the explosive "Entertainment X-file" issue in 2005. In 2009 she officially changed her name from Kim Min-sun to Kim Gyu-ri.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

She dated Kim Joo-hyuk, her co-star in period drama God of War, from 2012 to 2013.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1979 (1979-08-16): Birth of Kim Gyu-ri (actress, born August 1979) — South Korean actress known for 'Portrait of a Beauty' and advocacy on privacy issues.
2. 2005: 2005 Milestone — She also spoke out in behalf of entertainers' invasion of privacy regarding the explosive "Entertainment X-file" issue in 2005.
3. 2008: 2008 Milestone — She was involved in a controversy in 2008 when she made a statement against eating beef imported from the United States; this led to a lawsuit by a beef importer in Seoul but the courts ruled in her favor in 2010.
4. 2009: 2009 Milestone — In 2009 she officially changed her name from Kim Min-sun to Kim Gyu-ri.
5. 2012: 2012 Milestone — She dated Kim Joo-hyuk, her co-star in period drama God of War, from 2012 to 2013.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Gyu-ri (actress, born August 1979)

True or False: “Kim Gyu-ri first gained significant public attention through her role in the film Portrait of a Beauty.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): The provided text explicitly states she is best known for the film 'Portrait of a Beauty' released in 2008.

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