Lee Ae-jung

Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Lee Ae-jung

Role / Field:

South Korean actress known for roles in 'Autumn Fairy Tale' and early career success.

Born:

1987-03-17

Died:

2007-09-06

Century / Era:

1987s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Lee Ae-jung (Korean: 이애정; March 17, 1987 – September 6, 2007) was a South Korean actress. Lee started her career as a child actress while in elementary school, and in 1999 while in 6th grade appeared in Little Prince.

Career & Major Achievements

She rose to prominence for her role in Autumn Fairy Tale in 2000. Lee was diagnosed with brain cancer in January 2006, and underwent two surgeries at Seoul National University Hospital. She died on September 6, 2007, at 20 years old.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1987 (1987-03-17): Birth of Lee Ae-jung — South Korean actress known for roles in 'Autumn Fairy Tale' and early career success.
2. 1999: 1999 Milestone — Lee started her career as a child actress while in elementary school, and in 1999 while in 6th grade appeared in Little Prince.
3. 2000: 2000 Milestone — She rose to prominence for her role in Autumn Fairy Tale in 2000.
4. 2006: 2006 Milestone — Lee was diagnosed with brain cancer in January 2006, and underwent two surgeries at Seoul National University Hospital.
5. 2007 (2007-09-06): Passing & Historical Legacy — Lee Ae-jung passed away on 2007-09-06, leaving an enduring historical legacy.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Lee Ae-jung

True or False: “Lee Ae-jung passed away at the age of 20, which was a very young age for an established actress.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): She died on September 6, 2007, having been born in 1987, making her exactly 20 years old.

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