Renowned South Korean actress Kim Hye Soo recently took a public stance on the ongoing crisis in Gaza. The conflict, a longstanding issue between Israel and Palestine, escalated following an attack by Hamas in October, leading to a series of retaliatory airstrikes by Israeli forces across the Gaza Strip. This escalation has resulted in numerous civilian casualties, drawing international attention to the conflict.
I really admire Actress Kim Hyesoo for openly supporting justice. I noticed a lot of Korean people (celebs or not) avoid talking about Gaza.
— 🐣 (@after_midnightx) November 14, 2023
Kim Hye Soo recently expressed her thoughts on the situation on Facebook. In a bilingual post, both in English and Korean, she shared stories from UNICEF and UNICEF Korea, highlighting the dire situation and the urgent need for a “ceasefire.” The actress’s post quickly gained traction on social media, with many netizens reacting positively and noting her as one of the few prominent Korean celebrities to address the issue.
Caption from unicef_kr : "UNICEF expresses condolences to UN staff worldwide and the residents of Gaza for the loss. Since October 7th, over 100 UNRWA staff members have lost their lives in Gaza. Urgent ceasefire is urged to protect everyone."
IGS Kim Hye Soo @ hs_kim_95 🩵 pic.twitter.com/B1upnXF4UU
— 🐣 (@after_midnightx) November 14, 2023
Kim Hye Soo is a conscientious public figure
Born on September 5, 1970, in Busan, South Korea, Kim Hye Soo has been a significant figure in the Korean entertainment industry since her debut in the 1986 film Kambo. Her remarkable journey in the industry began with a Nestlé Milo advertisement in 1985. She eventually won a Best New Actress trophy at the 1987 Baeksang Arts Awards. Over the years, Kim has garnered acclaim for her roles in films like First Love and Tazza: The High Rollers, as well as TV series such as Signal, Partner, and Juvenile Justice.
Beyond acting, Kim Hye Soo has also ventured into hosting, leading the MBC current affairs show W. She’s also known for her philanthropic efforts. She has donated her talent fee for the documentary Forgiveness, Are You at the End of the Way and contributed to disaster relief efforts in 2022 and 2023.
Kim Hye Soo‘s recent public stance on the Gaza conflict underscores her commitment to using her platform for social issues. This cemented her image as a public figure who uses her fame to make a difference. – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: Not every celebrity is brave enough to talk about this issue openly, making what Kim Hye Soo did truly noteworthy. Source: X/@okinayaa.
