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Kim Soo-mi

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In this Korean name, the family name is Kim.
Kim Soo-mi
Kim in 2023
Born
Kim Young-ok

(1949-09-03)September 3, 1949
Gunsan, North Jeolla Province, South Korea
DiedOctober 25, 2024(2024-10-25) (aged 75)
Seoul, South Korea
EducationKorea University Graduate School of Media
OccupationActress
Years active1970–2024
Korean name
Hangul
김수미
Hanja
Revised RomanizationGim Sumi
McCune–ReischauerKim Sumi
Birth name
Hangul
김영옥
Revised RomanizationGim Yeongok
McCune–ReischauerKim Yŏngok

Kim Soo-mi (Korean: 김수미; born Kim Young-ok; September 3, 1949 – October 25, 2024) was a South Korean actress. She had a prolific career in film and television. She debuted in a talent contest in 1970, then shot to fame in Country Diaries.[1] The landmark TV series aired for almost 20 years,[2] making her one of the most popular Korean actresses of the 1980s.

In 2003 she made a memorable cameo as a profanity-spouting ajumma in the Jang Nara comedy Oh! Happy Day. It successfully revamped her image and rejuvenated her fading career.[3] She quickly became known in the Korean entertainment industry as the "Queen of Ad-lib,"[3] with her comic talent showcased in many of her succeeding projects, notably Mapado,[4] Twilight Gangsters,[5] Granny's Got Talent (2015),[6] and the Marrying the Mafia sequels.[7][8]

Kim also gained attention for her turns in more serious fare, such as 2006's Barefoot Ki-bong, a heartwarming pic about a developmentally disabled man. Her 2011 film Late Blossom is a romance between two elderly couples, a topic rarely explored in Korean cinema.[9][10] The low-budget indie became a sleeper hit, and for her portrayal of an Alzheimer's-afflicted woman, she won Best Supporting Actress at the Blue Dragon Film Awards.[11]

Non-acting work

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In 1998, Kim's chauffeur-driven BMW shot backward, killing her mother-in-law. She filed a ₩1 billion lawsuit against BMW, alleging that the sudden unintended acceleration had been a car defect. The Seoul District Court ruled in BMW's favor in 2003, as it was unclear whether the accident was caused by driver error or a sudden start.[12] She appealed to the Seoul High Court.[13]

Kim headed publicity for the 1999 Hanam International Environment Expo.[14] From 2003 until her death in 2024, she chaired of the Department of Theater and Film at Soongsil University's College of Social Sciences.

Illness and death

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In May and July 2024, Kim suffered health issues due to fatigue. On October 25, her son discovered her in an unconscious state and rushed her to Seoul St. Mary's Hospital's emergency department, where she died of a cardiac arrest from hyperglycemic shock, at the age of 75.[15][16] Her wake and funeral were held at Hanyang University Hospital in Seongdong District, Seoul. Her remains were cremated on October 27.[17]

Filmography

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Film

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Television series

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Television show

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  • The President's People (2022)[24]
  • Ghost worm (2021)[25]
  • Soo Mi’s Mountain Cabin (2021) [26]
  • Soomi's Side Dishes(2018)
  • A Look at Myself (2015)
  • Mamado (2013)[27]
  • Show King (Global Korean Talk Show King) (2011-2012)[28]
  • Soo-mi Ok (2011)
  • Sunday Sunday Night: Age of Charm (2005)
  • Kim Soo-mi's Cooking of the Day (1982-1985)

Music video

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Theater

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Radio program

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  • The Pursuit of Happiness with Kim Soo-mi and Kang Nam-gil (KBS, 1995)
  • Hello, This is Kim Hong-shin and Kim Soo-mi (MBC, 1993-1995)[32]

Books

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  • 얘들아, 힘들면 연락해! (2009)
  • 맘놓고 먹어도 살 안 쪄요 (2003)
  • 그해 봄, 나는 중이 되고 싶었다 (2003)
  • Kim Soo-mi's Jeolla Food Stories (1998)
  • I'm Sorry, I Love You (1997)
  • 나는 가끔 도망가 버리고 싶다 (1993)
  • 그리운 것은 말하지 않겠다 (1991)
  • 너를 보면 살고 싶다 (1990)

Ambassadorship

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  • Ambassadors for Island Day (2022)[33]
  • Ambassador for Gwangju World Kimchi Festival (2022)[34]
  • Jeonbuk's Honorary Ambassador (2022)[35]

Awards

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References

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  2. ^ Han, Hyun-woo (14 April 2000). "MBC to Film Drama Episode in Kumgang". The Chosun Ilbo. Archived from the original on 2015-03-05. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  3. ^ a b "Interview with Kim Soo-Mi, the 'Queen of Ad-Lib'". Twitch Film. 22 October 2005. Archived from the original on 2014-11-04. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  4. ^ "Seniors Invade Movie Theaters for Mapa Island". The Chosun Ilbo. 1 April 2005. Archived from the original on 2014-12-25. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  5. ^ Lee, Hyo-won (11 March 2010). "Feisty Grandmas Pull Off Bandit Acts". The Korea Times. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  6. ^ Kim, Hyo-eun (12 March 2015). "Kim Su-mi is at it again". Korea JoongAng Daily. Archived from the original on 2015-03-20. Retrieved 2015-03-18.
  7. ^ "Now Playing: Marrying the Mafia 4 - Family Ordeal". Korea JoongAng Daily. 23 September 2011. Archived from the original on 2012-07-10. Retrieved 2013-02-23.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
  8. ^ "Comedic Veteran Actress Returns to TV from Big Screen". KBS Global. 2 November 2007. Archived from the original on 2014-11-03. Retrieved 2014-06-25.
  9. ^ Kwon, Mee-yoo (6 February 2011). "Blossom portrays love in twilight years". The Korea Times. Archived from the original on 6 June 2014. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  10. ^ Cha, Hyo-jin (14 February 2013). "I Love You, The Most Beautiful Confession". Worldyan News. Archived from the original on 6 June 2014. Retrieved 2013-02-10.
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  14. ^ Moon, Gap-shik (21 September 1999). "First Environment Expo Opens". The Chosun Ilbo. Archived from the original on 2015-03-05. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  15. ^ Kim, Ji-ye (October 25, 2024). "Kim Soo-mi, iconic actor and culinary star, dies at 75". Korea JoongAng Daily. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
  16. ^ Young-gyu, Yoo (2024-10-25). "'일용 엄니' 배우 김수미 심정지로 별세…향년 75세" [Actress Kim Soo-mi Passes Away from Cardiac Arrest... Aged 75]. Seoul Broadcasting System (in Korean). Retrieved 2024-10-25.
  17. ^ "Korean veteran actress Kim Soo-mi dies at 75". The Korea Times. October 25, 2024. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
  18. ^ Jung Yu-jin (March 21, 2022). "신현준·김수미, 11년 만에 영화 '귀신경찰'로 재회…5월 크랭크인" [Shin Hyun-jun and Kim Su-mi reunited with the movie 'Ghost Police' after 11 years... May crank-in] (in Korean). News1. Archived from the original on February 14, 2023. Retrieved March 21, 2022 – via Naver.
  19. ^ Jeong, Hee-yeon (September 6, 2023). "윤현민♡유라 결혼 추진…'가문의 영광: 리턴즈' 메인 포스터 공개" [Yoon Hyun Min♡Yura Marriage Promotion...'Family Glory: Returns' Main Poster Released] (in Korean). Sports Donga. Archived from the original on October 10, 2023. Retrieved September 12, 2023 – via Naver.
  20. ^ Lee, Kyung-nam (23 August 2011). "Kim Su Mi's Confession About Killer Filming Schedules". enewsWorld. Archived from the original on 19 April 2013. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  21. ^ Lee, Hyo-won (12 June 2008). "Delivering Love Doesn't Come Through". The Korea Times. Archived from the original on 3 November 2014. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  22. ^ Choi, Hee-jae (October 17, 2022). "이서진, 매니저 됐다…조여정→수현, 역대급 라인업 공개 (연예인 매니저로 살아남기)" [Seo)jin Lee became the manager... Jo Yeo-jeong → Soo-hyun, all-time lineup revealed (Surviving as a celebrity manager)]. X-ports News (in Korean). Archived from the original on October 17, 2022. Retrieved October 17, 2022 – via Naver.
  23. ^ Lee, Jin-ho (14 September 2011). "Kim Su Mi To Play Wife of Shin Dong Yeop?". enewsWorld. Archived from the original on 11 April 2013. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  24. ^ Hwang, Hye-jin (September 16, 2022). "김용건·김수미·이계인 '회장님네 사람들' 출연, 10월 10일 첫방" [Kim Yong-gun, Kim Su-mi, and Lee Gye-in appeared in 'President's People', first aired on October 10] (in Korean). Newsen. Retrieved September 17, 2022 – via Naver.
  25. ^ Ham Na-yan (July 20, 2021). "김수미, 귀신 된다…'귀생충' MC확정 [공식]" [Kim Soo-mi becomes a ghost... 'Gi Parasite' MC confirmed [Official]]. Sports Donga (in Korean). Naver. Archived from the original on July 20, 2021. Retrieved July 20, 2021.
  26. ^ Ahn Eun-jae (February 9, 2021). "'수미산장' 포스터 공개…김수미표 힐링 손맛 예능 온다". Sports Seoul (in Korean). Archived from the original on June 30, 2021. Retrieved February 10, 2021.
  27. ^ Lee, Sun-min (30 August 2014). "Veteran actresses to share life experiences on new show". Korea JoongAng Daily. Archived from the original on 2018-06-26. Retrieved 2014-09-11.
  28. ^ "Channel-A's new programme is inviting YOU !". Korean Language and Culture Center of Korea University. 7 October 2011. Archived from the original on 13 April 2013. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  29. ^ Kang, Jin-ah (March 1, 2023). "김수미·박정수·정경순·김서라, 뮤지컬 '친정엄마' 출연" [Kim Soo-mi, Park Jeong-soo, Jung Kyung-soon, and Kim Seo-ra appeared in the musical 'My Mother] (in Korean). Newsis. Archived from the original on March 1, 2023. Retrieved March 1, 2023 – via Naver.
  30. ^ "Concerts, Museum & Theater". The Korea Times. 15 April 2010. Archived from the original on 11 September 2014. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  31. ^ "2010.5.26 TICKET". Korea JoongAng Daily. 26 May 2010. Archived from the original on 2013-04-11. Retrieved 2013-02-23.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
  32. ^ "Back After 10 Years". The Chosun Ilbo. 30 September 2003. Archived from the original on 5 March 2015. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  33. ^ Kim Min-soo (July 7, 2022). "김수미·박명수·쯔양·리랑, 전북 '섬의 날' 널리알립니다" [Kim Soo-mi, Park Myung-soo, Ziyang, and Rirang, Jeollabuk-do 'Island Day] (in Korean). Newsis. Archived from the original on July 7, 2022. Retrieved July 7, 2022 – via Naver.
  34. ^ Song, Chang-heon (October 5, 2022). "배우 김수미 씨 광주세계김치축제 홍보대사 위촉" [Actress Kim Soo-mi appointed as an ambassador for the Gwangju World Kimchi Festival] (in Korean). Newsis. Archived from the original on October 5, 2022. Retrieved October 5, 2022 – via Naver.
  35. ^ Son Bong-seok (November 2, 2022). "김수미·김성환·송대관·진성 등 인기 연예인 6인, 전북명예홍보대사 위촉" [6 popular celebrities including Kim Su-mi, Kim Seong-hwan, Song Dae-gwan, and Jin-seong appointed as honorary ambassadors of Jeonbuk] (in Korean). Sports Kyunghyang. Archived from the original on November 2, 2022. Retrieved November 2, 2022 – via Naver.
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