Kim Ja-ok

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Ja-ok?

Subject:

Kim Ja-ok

Known for:

Acclaimed South Korean actress known for portraying modern, cheerful female characters.

Born:

1951-10-11

Died:

2014-11-16

Century / Era:

1951s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Kim Ja-ok (Korean: 김자옥; October 11, 1951 – November 16, 2014) was a South Korean actress. Kim was born in Busan in 1951. Kim dropped out of Hanyang University majoring in Film.

Career & Major Achievements

Kim started her acting career after admitted to a public recruit by MBC TV. During the early period of the 1970s, she mainly starred in TV series, while in the late 1970s, Kim focused on film. Kim gained a popularity for her cheerful depiction on a woman of the new generation such as Sinbu ilgi (신부일기).

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Her last husband was singer, Oh Seung Geun. Her brother was announcer, Kim Tae Ok. On November 16, 2014, it was reported by Yonhap News that Kim Ja-ok had died from lung cancer.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1951 (1951-10-11): Birth of Kim Ja-ok — Acclaimed South Korean actress known for portraying modern, cheerful female characters.
2. 2014 (2014-11-16): Passing & Historical Legacy — Kim Ja-ok passed away on 2014-11-16, leaving an enduring historical legacy.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Ja-ok

True or False: “Kim Ja-ok's early career focused primarily on film roles throughout the 1970s.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): During the early period of the 1970s, she mainly starred in television series before shifting focus to film in the late 1970s.

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