Park Hee-soon

Quick Facts: Who was Park Hee-soon?

Subject:

Park Hee-soon

Known for:

Acclaimed South Korean actor known for intense roles in film and television.

Born:

1970-02-13

Century / Era:

1970s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Park Hee-soon (Korean: 박희순; born February 13, 1970) is a South Korean actor. He graduated with a theater degree from Seoul Institute of the Arts, and was a member of the Mokwha Repertory Company from 1990 to 2001. He became active in film beginning in 2002, and won several Best Supporting Actor awards for his portrayal of a tough cop in Seven Days (2007). He received further acting recognitions for his roles in the films The Scam (2009) and 1987: When the Day Comes (2017). Apart from his film career, Park starred in television series All About My Romance (2013), The Missing (2015), Beautiful World (2019), and My Name (2021), the lattermost of which brought him international attention along with Squid Game (2024).

Career & Major Achievements

Park was born on February 13, 1970. He graduated with a degree in theater from Seoul Institute of the Arts. Park began his acting career in 1990 when he joined the Mokwha Repertory Company. In 2001, after being a part of the troupe for 12 years, Park visited Oh Tae-seok, the representative and director of the troupe, and said, "I've been in Mokhwa for 12 years. I'll take a look around the outside world." Park appeared in minor roles in films as early as 1994, but he only became actively involved in film from 2001 onwards.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Park decided to pursue a career in film for at least three years, but it was difficult for the rookie actor to establish himself in Chungmuro, the center of the South Korean film industry. However, step by step, Park built his career by appearing in minor roles in films such as "Three," "Box X Files," and "So Cute." In 2004, Park played the role of a gang leader in the film "A Family," and his performance as the villain was highly praised. He was even nominated for Best New Actor at the 3rd Korean Film Awards for his role in the film. In February 2005, Park made a comeback to the theater stage, appearing as Dan in the Aligator Theatre Company's Korean debut of the hit play "Closer" by Patrick Marber, which had been adapted into a film in 2004. The play was performed at The Seoul Art Center's Towol Theater.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1970 (1970-02-13): Birth of Park Hee-soon — Acclaimed South Korean actor known for intense roles in film and television.
2. 1990: 1990 Milestone — He graduated with a theater degree from Seoul Institute of the Arts, and was a member of the Mokwha Repertory Company from 1990 to 2001.
3. 1994: 1994 Milestone — " Park appeared in minor roles in films as early as 1994, but he only became actively involved in film from 2001 onwards.
4. 2001: 2001 Milestone — In 2001, after being a part of the troupe for 12 years, Park visited Oh Tae-seok, the representative and director of the troupe, and said, "I've been in Mokhwa for 12 years.
5. 2002: 2002 Milestone — He became active in film beginning in 2002, and won several Best Supporting Actor awards for his portrayal of a tough cop in Seven Days (2007).
6. 2004: 2004 Milestone — " In 2004, Park played the role of a gang leader in the film "A Family," and his performance as the villain was highly praised.
7. 2005: 2005 Milestone — In February 2005, Park made a comeback to the theater stage, appearing as Dan in the Aligator Theatre Company's Korean debut of the hit play "Closer" by Patrick Marber, which had been adapted into a film in 2004.
8. 2009: 2009 Milestone — He received further acting recognitions for his roles in the films The Scam (2009) and 1987: When the Day Comes (2017).
9. 2013: 2013 Milestone — Apart from his film career, Park starred in television series All About My Romance (2013), The Missing (2015), Beautiful World (2019), and My Name (2021), the lattermost of which brought him international attention along with Squid Game (2024).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Park Hee-soon

True or False: “Park Hee-soon's breakthrough role as a tough cop occurred in the movie Seven Days (2007).”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While he won awards for his roles in that film, his initial active involvement in cinema began around 2001 after years in theater.

Contemporary Figures & Related Historical Timelines

• A. H. M. Jones — Contemporary (Died in 1970) (1970): Pioneering British historian of classical antiquity, specializing in the later Roman Empire.
• Abraham Maslow — Contemporary (Died in 1970) (1970): Pioneering American psychologist known for the Hierarchy of Needs and self-actualization theory.
• Alan Shearer — Contemporary (Born in 1970) (1970): English football legend, record goalscorer, and respected pundit.
• Akiko Yano — Shared historical date (02-13 · Born) (1955): Pioneering Japanese jazz and pop singer known for her eclectic style.
• Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah — Shared historical date (02-13 · Died) (1021): Sixth Fatimid Caliph and 16th Ismaili Imam, known for a controversial reign.
• Albert Ayler — Historical peer (Died in 1970) (1970): Pioneering avant-garde jazz saxophonist known for ecstatic, spiritual improvisation.
• Alexander Kerensky — Historical peer (Died in 1970) (1970): Russian revolutionary who led the Provisional Government during the tumultuous period of 1917.
• A. J. P. Taylor — Historical peer (Died in 1990) (1990): Influential English historian specializing in 19th and 20th-century European diplomacy.
• Aaron Copland — Historical peer (Died in 1990) (1990): Pioneering American composer, conductor, and critic, known as the "Dean of American Music".
• Aaliyah — Historical peer (Died in 2001) (2001): Pioneering R&B artist known for redefining urban pop and hip hop sounds.
• 1970 Historical Timeline & Archive — Explore world events and figures from 1970
• February 13 (02-13) On This Day — Historical birthdays and events on February 13

Frequently Asked Questions about Park Hee-soon