Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Korean |
| Date of Birth | 18/04/1970 |
| Age | 55 years (died on 04, Aug, 2025) |
| Birthplace | South Korea |
| Date of Death | 04/08/2025 |
Latest News about Song Young-Kyu
04/08/2025
Song Young-Kyu was found dead inside a parked vehicle in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, at age 55. Police discovered no signs of foul play, and authorities stated that an investigation was ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding his death.
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor's degree in Theater from Seoul Institute of the Arts |
Personal Life
| Special professor in the Department of Acting Arts at Semyung University |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Children | 2 Daughters |
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Career
| Overview | Song Young-Kyu commenced his acting journey in 1994 with a children's musical called Taoist Meoteol. Over his extensive career spanning more than three decades, he featured in numerous films and television series. He is well-known for his supporting roles in films such as A Hard Day (2014), Hope (2013), and the record-breaking comedy hit Extreme Job (2019). On the television front, his notable appearances include series like Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth, Hyena (2020), Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020), Big Bet (2022), Hot Stove League, and Narco-Saints (2022). He recently acted in The Defects (2025) and held a role in SBS TV's Try (2025). In June 2025, he faced legal issues due to a DUI incident. He passed away on August 4, 2025, at age 55. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He began his acting career in 1994, marking his debut with a children's musical named Wizard Mureul, also known as Merutal Dosa. | |
| 2. His career in the entertainment industry spans over three decades, during which he has made significant contributions in both films and television. | |
| 3. He has taken on various supporting roles in films such as Baseball Girl (1999), Toxic (2022), A Hard Day (2014), and Hope (2013). | |
| 4. In television, he has been part of acclaimed shows like The Greatest Marriage, Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth, and Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020). | |
| 5. In 2022, he portrayed Park Jong Soo in the acclaimed Netflix series Narco-Saints. | |
| 6. His television appearances in 2025 included characters in several series such as Oh My Ghost Clients and Love Scout. | |
| 7. He faced professional challenges as he was either dropped from or edited out of several ongoing projects, including the stage play Shakespeare in Love. | |
| 8. On June 19, 2025, he was charged with DUI after being caught driving under the influence with a blood alcohol level above the legal limit. | |
| 9. His career in the entertainment industry spans over three decades, during which he made significant contributions in both films and television. | |
| 10. His career in the entertainment industry spanned over three decades, during which he made significant contributions in both films and television. | |
| 11. In television, he was part of acclaimed shows like Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth and Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020). | |
| 12. He was survived by his wife and two daughters. | |
| 13. He has taken on various supporting roles in films such as A Hard Day (2014), Hope (2013), and Extreme Job (2019). |