Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | South Korean |
| Date of Birth | 31/12/1950 |
| Age | 75 years (died on 05, Jan, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Daegu, South Korea |
| Date of Death | 05/01/2026 |
Latest News about Ahn Sung-ki
05/01/2026
South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki, widely recognized as 'The Nation's Actor,' passed away at age 74 on January 5, 2026, following a long battle with blood cancer. His death marked the end of a legendary career spanning over six decades, during which he appeared in more than 170 films and became one of South Korea's most revered and established performers.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | The Nation's Actor |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 9" (175 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Grey |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Kyungdong Middle School, South Korea |
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| College/University | Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Seoul |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate (majoring in Vietnamese) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity (Catholicism) |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 1985 |
| Marriage Place | Myeongdong Cathedral, Seoul, South Korea |
Family
| Father | Ahn Hwa-Yeong (filmmaker, producer) |
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| Mother | Kim Nam-hyeon |
| Siblings | Brother - In-Gi Ahn (film producer) |
| Spouse | Oh So-yeong (sculptor, professor) |
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Career
| Debut | Ahn Sung-ki made his film debut in 1957 with 'The Twilight Train' at age 5. His remarkable talent has earned him numerous accolades over his prolific career spanning more than six decades, during which he appeared in over 170 films. |
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| Awards and Honors | He has received prestigious awards including multiple Best Actor accolades at the Baeksang Arts Awards and the Grand Bell Awards, with a significant milestone of winning the Lifetime Achievement Award at various film events. His contributions to the arts have not gone unnoticed, as he also received Bogwan and Eungwan Orders of Cultural Merit. |
| Notable Works | His filmography is extensive, with key roles in critically acclaimed films such as 'The Housemaid' (1960), 'Mandala' (1981), and the commercially successful 'Silmido' (2003). Ahn played prominent characters, including portrayals of the President of South Korea in 'The Romantic President' (2002) and 'Hanbando' (2006). |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Ahn Sung-ki hails from a family deeply rooted in the film industry. | |
| 2. He developed a lifelong friendship with singer-songwriter Cho Yong-pil during their early school years. | |
| 3. Before gaining fame as an actor, he took a hiatus to focus on education but stayed connected to the arts through theatre performances. | |
| 4. He fulfilled his mandatory military service as an artillery officer in 1976. | |
| 5. His performance in 'Unbowed' showcased his willingness to tackle controversial subjects in film. | |
| 6. Ahn is fluent in several languages, which led to his role as a UNICEF representative. | |
| 7. His quotes and scenes from 'Silmido' have become iconic in Korean pop culture. | |
| 8. In 2019, he publicly announced his battle with blood cancer, which he succumbed to in 2026. | |
| 9. On June 23, 2012, along with Lee Byung-hun, he was the first Korean actor to leave his footprints at Grauman's Chinese Theater in Hollywood. | |
| 10. He passed away on January 5, 2026, following a long battle with blood cancer. |