South Korean movie actors born in the year 1938
Here are 5 famous actors from South Korea were born in 1938:
Jeong Wook
Jeong Wook (May 5, 1938 South Korea-) a.k.a. Jung Wook or Wook Jeong is a South Korean actor and businessperson. He has one child, Jeong Yu-Chan.
Jeong Wook began his career in acting in the 1960s and has appeared in over 150 films and television series. He is known for his roles in popular South Korean dramas such as "Winter Sonata" and "Jewel in the Palace".
Aside from his successful acting career, Jeong Wook is also a successful businessperson. He is the founder and chairman of J One Corporation, a company known for producing hit TV programs such as "Infinite Challenge" and "Running Man". He is also the president of the Korean Actors' Association and has been recognized for his contributions to the entertainment industry with various awards.
In addition to his work in entertainment and business, Jeong Wook is also passionate about philanthropy. He has made numerous donations to various charitable organizations, including the Korean Children’s Leukemia Foundation and the Korean Heart Foundation. He was appointed as an honorary ambassador for the Seoul National University Hospital and the National Cancer Center, where he uses his influence to raise awareness and funds for cancer research.
Il-woo Nam
Il-woo Nam (May 25, 1938 Korea under Japanese rule-) otherwise known as Nam Il-wu, Nam Ilwoo, Nam Il-u or Nam Il-woo is a South Korean actor. His child is called Nam Seong-Jin.
Il-woo Nam began his career in theater before transitioning to film and television. He is known for his roles in classic South Korean films such as "Obaltan" and "The Housemaid". He also appeared in several popular television dramas including "The Immortal Lee Soon-shin" and "Golden Era of Daughter-in-Law".
Nam has received numerous accolades for his contributions to Korean cinema, including the Best Supporting Actor award at the 37th Grand Bell Awards for his role in "Sopyonje". He has also served as a mentor to younger actors and has been active in supporting the Korean film industry. In 2018, Nam was awarded the Order of Cultural Merit from the South Korean government for his contributions to the arts.
Sang-hyun Cho
Sang-hyun Cho (November 7, 1938 Boseong County-) also known as Cho Sang-Hyun is a South Korean actor and screenwriter.
He first gained recognition for his role in the 1979 film "The Aimless Bullet" and went on to appear in many other notable films and TV dramas. In addition to his acting career, Cho has also written several scripts for films, including "Ticket" and "A Windmill on Your Mind." He has won several awards for his work, including the Blue Dragon Film Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2000 and the Korean Association of Film Critics Award for Best Screenplay in 1999. Cho has been married since 1962 and has two children. He is also known for his advocacy work in support of the Korean actors' union.
Su-cheon Bae
Su-cheon Bae (February 11, 1938 South Korea-) a.k.a. Bae Su-Chun or Bae Soochun is a South Korean actor.
Bae began his acting career in the 1960s and quickly became a popular leading man in both film and television. He is particularly known for his roles in historical dramas and has won several awards for his performances. In addition to acting, Bae has also worked as a producer and director. He is considered one of the most respected actors in South Korea and has been recognized for his contributions to the entertainment industry, including being named a "Culture and Art Merit Holder" by the Korean government. Despite being in his eighties, Bae continues to act in both film and television and remains a beloved figure in Korean entertainment.
Jeon Woon
Jeon Woon (December 7, 1938 Busan-March 26, 2005 Ilsandong-gu) was a South Korean actor.
Throughout his career, Jeon Woon appeared in over 50 films and television dramas. He made his acting debut in 1965 with the film "The Seashore Village," and went on to become one of South Korea's most respected actors. Some of his most notable film roles include "Ticket" (1986), "The Age of Success" (1988), and "General's Son" (1990). He was also recognized for his performances in several television dramas, including "Jang Hee-bin" (1988) and "Papa" (1996). In addition to acting, Jeon Woon also served as a professor of acting and theater at Chung-Ang University in Seoul. He passed away in 2005 at the age of 66.