Nam Myeong-ryeol

Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Nam Myeong-ryeol

Role / Field:

Highly regarded South Korean actor celebrated for his profound contributions to theater and film.

Born:

1959-05-14

Century / Era:

1959s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Nam Myeong-ryeol (Korean: 남명렬, born May 14, 1959) is a highly regarded South Korean actor in the fields of film, theater, and television. He embarked on his stage career in 1978 and has since made notable appearances in various Korean theatrical productions, films, and TV shows. Nam has established himself as a prominent figure in the South Korean theater industry and has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. In 2014, he was honored with the acting award at the 50th Dong-A Theater Awards for his outstanding performance in the play "Alibi Chronicles." Additionally, in the 2020 South Korean Culture Day, Nam was granted a presidential commendation in the Korean Culture and Arts Award by Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. In 2022, Nam Myung-ryeol, renowned for his involvement in over 140 plays spanning over 30 years, was selected as the recipient of the 32nd Lee Hae-rang Theater Award, a significant recognition in the Korean theater landscape.

Career & Major Achievements

Among his most memorable works in his acting career are "Mask of Fire - Form of Power," "Birds Calling My Name," "Journey with Edipus," and "Alibi Chronicles." He is widely regarded as strong pillar that firmly protects the theater world. Nam Myeong-ryeol was born on May 14, 1959, in Daejeon as the second child among four siblings. He has an older sister, as well as a younger brother and sister. He grew up in Daejeon and graduated from Daejeon Elementary School, Dongmyeong Middle School, and Bomoon High School. His acceptance into the Agricultural Department at Chungnam National University was solely determined by his academic performance.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

During his freshman year at university in 1978, Nam had his first experience of watching a play. It was a theater class performance called 'Hwando and Reese' at his university. Intrigued by the production, he joined the theater team shortly thereafter, driven by a simple curiosity and the belief that it would be an enjoyable endeavor. He perform in February of the following year. It was a 4th grade graduation performance.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1959 (1959-05-14): Birth of Nam Myeong-ryeol — Highly regarded South Korean actor celebrated for his profound contributions to theater and film.
2. 1978: 1978 Milestone — He embarked on his stage career in 1978 and has since made notable appearances in various Korean theatrical productions, films, and TV shows.
3. 2014: 2014 Milestone — In 2014, he was honored with the acting award at the 50th Dong-A Theater Awards for his outstanding performance in the play "Alibi Chronicles.
4. 2020: 2020 Milestone — " Additionally, in the 2020 South Korean Culture Day, Nam was granted a presidential commendation in the Korean Culture and Arts Award by Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
5. 2022: 2022 Milestone — In 2022, Nam Myung-ryeol, renowned for his involvement in over 140 plays spanning over 30 years, was selected as the recipient of the 32nd Lee Hae-rang Theater Award, a significant recognition in the Korean theater landscape.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Nam Myeong-ryeol

True or False: “Nam Myeong-ryeol's initial interest in theater was sparked during a university class performance called 'Hwando and Reese'.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While he attended the performance, his deep involvement began when he joined the theater team shortly after being intrigued by the production.

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