Kim Mi-sook

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Mi-sook?

Subject:

Kim Mi-sook

Known for:

Acclaimed South Korean actress known for versatile roles in television and film.

Born:

1959-03-26

Century / Era:

1959s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Kim Mi-sook (Korean: 김미숙, born March 26, 1959) is a South Korean actress. Kim Mi-sook made her acting debut in 1979 and has since had a prolific career on television. Her notable roles in the 2000s include a divorcee making a new start in morning drama Queen's Conditions (2005), and the villainous stepmother in primetime hit Brilliant Legacy (2009).

Pivotal Works & Achievements

For her much-praised portrayal of the mother of an autistic runner in Marathon (2005), Kim received Best Supporting Actress nominations from the Grand Bell Awards and Korean Film Awards. She was again nominated at the Grand Bell Awards, Blue Dragon Film Awards and Korean Film Awards for her supporting turn in action thriller Seven Days (2007). Kim established 사랑유치원 ("Love Kindergarten") in 1987 and served as its director until 2002.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

She also co-founded an artist group called "Hyangmihoe", along with Lee Su-chang, Kwon Young-Ho, Yu Si-Won, Park Gi-Tae, Lee Sang-Gil, and others. A woman who had been stalking Kim for 17 years was arrested in 2007.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1959 (1959-03-26): Birth of Kim Mi-sook — Acclaimed South Korean actress known for versatile roles in television and film.
2. 1979: 1979 Milestone — Kim Mi-sook made her acting debut in 1979 and has since had a prolific career on television.
3. 1987: 1987 Milestone — Kim established 사랑유치원 ("Love Kindergarten") in 1987 and served as its director until 2002.
4. 2005: 2005 Milestone — Her notable roles in the 2000s include a divorcee making a new start in morning drama Queen's Conditions (2005), and the villainous stepmother in primetime hit Brilliant Legacy (2009).
5. 2007: 2007 Milestone — She was again nominated at the Grand Bell Awards, Blue Dragon Film Awards and Korean Film Awards for her supporting turn in action thriller Seven Days (2007).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Mi-sook

True or False: “Kim Mi-sook's acting debut occurred in the year 1979.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While she made her acting debut in 1979, the provided text does not specify if this was her first professional role or just a notable early appearance.

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