Kim Hye Soo

Kim Hye Soo is a South Korean actress. She gained fame as one of the most popular young stars in 1980s-1990s who has appeared in various acting projects such as Kambo (1986), First Love (1993), and Tazza: The High Rollers (2006).

Career

Kim Hye Soo made her debut in the acting industry back in 1986, when she acted in Ggambo while she was just a high school student.

This senior Virgo actress then continued her career and successfully built a strong fundamental acting career for over 20 years, such as her role in First Love (1993), Revenge and Passion (1997), Tie a Yellow Ribbon (1998), and Did We Really Love? (1999).

Starting in the 2000s, Hye Soo then finally appeared more often on the silver screen, such as her role in Kick the Moon (2001), YMCA Baseball Team (2002), and also Three (2002).

Two years later, after she appeared on those movies, she gained an image as a confident and bold woman in several movies, such as Hypnotized in 2004, The Red Shoes in 2005, and also Tazza: The High Rollers in 2006.

Her appearance in Tazza later led her into receiving a lot of awards, such as Best Actress Award for the 14th Chunsa Film Art Awards and Popular Star Award for the 27th Blue Dragon Film Awards.

She came back to television series in 2009, when she starred in Style and appeared in the set of the fashion industry.

After six years, Tazza then worked together again with the director of Tazza, Choi Dong Hoon, in The Thieves (2012).

In a short time, that movie became the second highest grosser for the Korean movie industry.

Later, Hye Soo then joined various serial dramas, such as The Queen of Office (2013), Coin Locker Girl (2015), and Signal (2016).

Even though she got the small-screen on Signal, she successfully hypnotized the mass and winning as the Best Actress for the 52nd Baeksang Arts Awards.

After that, she then continued her career by appearing in Dr. Romantic (2016), Hyena (2020), and also Juvenile Justice (2022).

Profile

Real Name: Kim Hye Soo (김혜수)
Stage Name: Kim Hye Soo (김혜수)
Nickname: Hye Soo
Birthday: September 5, 1970
Birthplace: Busan, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: Buddhism
Profession: Actress
Education: Dongguk University, Sungkyunkwan University Graduate School
Hobbies: Reading, Watching movies, Collecting photo books
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 170 cm (5’6″)
Weight: 50 kg (110 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: 33-25-35 (Bust -33, Waist -25, and Hips -35 inches)
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Family

Father: –
Mother: Kim Hyeon Suk
Brother: Kim Dong Hyun, Kim Dong Hee
Sister: Kim Hye Sung

Boyfriend & Dating History

Yoo Hae Jin

Kim Hye Soo was linked romantically to Yoo Hae Jin, a fellow actor and her co-star in Kick The Moon (2001) and Tazza: The High Rollers (2006), in 2008.

That being said, both sides refuted their romantic involvement until they were captured by paparazzi in early 2010. Shortly after, they confirmed their relationship.

Unfortunately, they split in 2011 for undisclosed reasons.

Net Worth

Multiple sources estimated her net worth to be around $1 million to $5 million. She appeared to earn her income primarily from working as an actress in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether she has undergone any cosmetic surgery to change her appearance.

Facts

Hye Soo once displayed her art for the Seoul Open Art Fair.
In that art exhibition, her paintings was sold for approximately 5 million won.
From the income, Hye Soo then donated her money for charity.
She once became an adjunct professor for Sungkyunkwan University and taught performing arts in 2001.
Hye Soo revealed that she had plagiarized the thesis of her master, A Study on Actor Communication, in 2013, and apologized for her past actions.
She is a part of Hodu&U Entertainment.
Her brothers, Dong Hyun and Dong Hee, work as an actor.
When Hye Soo was still an elementary school, she and her family moved to Seoul.
She had a dream to be a back dancer of Madonna.
She loves to doing sport in her spare time.
Hye Soo’s favorite sports are taekwondo, swimming, bowling, and also tennis.
Her favorite song is Bob Dylan’s One More Cup of Coffee.
Hye Soo is really an art enthusiast.
She loves to paint so much.
Vincent van Gogh is her favorite painter.
Hye Soo’s favorite book is Heike Faller’s Hundred What You Learn in A Lifetime.
Hye Soo has a close friendship with actress Go Min Si.
She loves various works of Stanley Kubrick.
Hye Soo once recommended the movie of Jo In Sung, Mogadishu.
She likes The Beatles, Deep Purple, The Rolling Stones, and so on.
She loves to collect vinyls of her favorite artists.
Hye Soo idolizes various Hollywood stars, such as Timothée Chalamet, Lady Gaga, Jack Nicholson, Ezra Miller, Tilda Swinton, and also Matthew McConaughey.
Her ideal type is…

Movies

Smugglers (2022), as Jo Choon Ja
The Day I Died: Unclosed Case (2020), as Kim Hyun Soo
Default (2018), as Han Shi Hyun
A Special Lady (2017), as Na Hyun Jung
Familyhood (2016), as Joo Yeon
Coin Locker Girl (2015), as mother
Ari Ari the Korean Cinema (2012), as Kim Hye Soo
The Face Reader (2013), as Yeon Hong
The Thieves (2012), as Pepsee
Villain and Widow (2010), as Hyun Joo
Forgiveness (2008), as narrator
Modern Boy (2008), as Jo Nan Shil
My 11th Mother (2007), as mother
Skeletons In The Closet (2007), as Mi Kyung (aunt)
A Good Day to Have an Affair (2007), as Dew
Tazza: The High Rollers (2006), as Madam Jung
The Red Shoes (2005), as Sun Jae
Hypnotized (2004), as Ji Su
YMCA Baseball Team (2002), as Min Jung Rim
Three (2002), as wife
Kick the Moon (2001) – Min, Ju Ran
Doctor K (1999), as Dr. Pyo Ji Soo
Too Tired to Die (1998), as Anouk
Tie a Yellow Ribbon (1998), as Chae Young
Mr. Condom (1997), as Sung Hee
Change (1997), as Ko Eun Bi
Dr. Bong (1995), as Hwang Yeo Shin
Bitter and Sweet (1995), as Kim Hye Soo
The Eternal Empire (1995), as as Yoon Sang Ah
Life and Death of the Hollywood Kid (1994), as cameo
First Love (1993),as Park Young Shin
Oseam (1990), as Sister Angela
Grown-ups Just Don’t Understand (1988), as Yu Ra
That Last Winter (1988), as Young Ae
My Daughter Saved from the Mire, Part II (1986), as Yu Ri
Ggambo (1986), as Nayoung

Drama Series

Under The Queen’s Umbrella (tvN | 2022), as Queen Hwaryeong
Juvenile Justice (Netflix | 2022), as Sim Eun Seok
Hyena (SBS | 2020), as Jung Geum Ja / Jung Eun Yeong
Dr. Romantic (SBS | 2016-2017), as Lee Young Jo
Signal (tvN | 2016), as Cha Soo Hyun
The Queen of Office (KBS2 | 2013), as Miss Kim
Flower Boy Ramen Shop (tvN | 2011), as tarot fortuneteller (cameo)
Home Sweet Home (MBC | 2010), as Kim Jin Seo
Style (SBS | 2009), as Park Ki Ja
Han River Ballad (MBC | 2004), as Yoon Ga Young
Jang Hee-bin (KBS2 | 2002-2003), as Jang Hee Bin
Golden Era (MBC | 2000), as Kim/Choi Hee Kyung
Kuk-hee (MBC | 1999), as Min Kuk Hee
Did We Really Love? (MBC | 1999), as Lee Shin Young
Revenge and Passion (MBC | 1997), as Jung Mi Kyung
Sakwa Kkot Hyangki (MBC | 1996), as Sun Ju
Basics of Love (MBC | 1995), as Il Young
Love and Marriage (MBC | 1995), as Seo Ye Hee
Partner (MBC | 1994-1998), as Cha Hae Soon
Tokkaebiga Ganda (SBS | 1994), as Choi In Young
Rosy Life (MBC | 1991), as Chae Jung Seo
Fun World (MBC | 1990), as Seo Byung Sook
Senoya (KBS2 | 1989), as Kang Jung Ae
Sun Shim-lee (KBS2 | 1988), as Sun Shim Yi
Samogok (KBS2 | 1987), as Bo Wook
Best Selling Theater – Doll’s Classroom (MBC | 1986), as Oh Hye Sook

Singles

Love is (2013) – The Queen of Office OST
개여울 (2008) – Modern Boy OST
Blues of Colors (2008) – Modern Boy OST
Why Don’t You Do Right? (2008) – Modern Boy OST

Awards

2020 Asia Contents Awards – Excellence Award – Hyena
2019 KOFRA Film Awards – Jury Award – Default
2016 tvN10 Awards – Best Actress – Signal
2016 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress – Signal
2015 Korean Association of Film Critics Awards – Best Actress – Coin Locker Girl
Korean Culture and Entertainment Awards 2012 – Best Actress – The Thieves
2009 SBS Drama Awards – Top 10 Stars – Style
2007 Korea Movie Star Awards – Best Actress – Tazza
2004 Chunsa Film Art Awards – Best Actress – Hypnotized
1995 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actress – Partner
1993 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actress – First Love
1987 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Film Actress – Ggambo

Nominations

2021 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actress – The Day I Died: Unclosed Case)
2021 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Film Actress – The Day I Died: Unclosed Case
2013 KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actress – The Queen of Office
1991 MBC Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actress – Rosy Life

Quotes

“When shooting an underwater scene for ‘The Thieves’ (2012), I suddenly couldn’t breathe and was gripped by paralyzing fear. Ever since then, I have been scared of water. Honestly, I was worried that I might have another panic attack when acting underwater. But seeing others’ strong diving skills and commitment made me want to get over the fear.”

“This is what I thought while working on Under the Queen’s Umbrella. I’m not someone who wants to live millions of years, but it felt like I lost three years of my life filming this drama. But I don’t regret that.”

“I’ve worked really hard so far. There was a moment when I tried to turn away cleanly, saying, “This is enough.”

“The goal of life is growth, not success, and the important thing is attempt, not failure.”

“The moment I receive an award, I am truly grateful. That moment is sincere. But that’s it. All I had to do was feel that moment truly enough. I don’t give meaning to the past, whether it’s good or bad.”

“When I look back on my childhood, the most upsetting and regrettable thing was that my friends’ time and my time were different. Of course, I felt proud, but I also felt a sense of regret and anxiety.”

FAQs

Who is Kim Hye Soo?

She is a South Korean actress.

Who is Kim Hye Soo’s real name?

Her real name is Kim Hye Soo (김혜수).

What makes Kim Hye Soo famous?

She gained fame as one of the most popular young stars in 1980s-1990s who has appeared in various acting projects such as Kambo (1986), First Love (1993), and Tazza: The High Rollers (2006).

Where is Kim Hye Soo from?

She was born in Busan, South Korea.

How old is Kim Hye Soo?

She was born in 1970, and she is 54 years old as of 2024.

When does Kim Hye Soo celebrate her birthday?

She celebrates on the 5th of every September.

How tall is Kim Hye Soo?

Her height is 5’6″ or 170 cm.

Who are Kim Hye Soo’s parents?

Her father’s name is not known, but her mother’s name is Kim Hyeon Suk.

Is Kim Hye Soo married?

She is not married. Furthermore, there is no information on whether she is in a relationship or not.

Who is Kim Hye Soo’s ex-boyfriend?

Her ex-boyfriend is Yoo Hae Jin.

How rich is Kim Hye Soo?

Her net worth is around $1 million to $5 million.

What is Kim Hye Soo’s nationality?

Her nationality is South Korean.

As a senior actress with a lot of achievements and on-screen time, undoubtedly, Kim Hye Soo is such a master of role models. She is very talented, hard-worker, and humble.