Tuesday with the news of beloved Korean actor Song Jae Rim came out, it sent shockwaves around the world. From his friends and colleagues in K-town to his fans, everyone expressed their sadness over his passing. He breathed his last at just 39 years old, leaving a void that cannot be filled. As a person, the late Song Jae Rim was one of the most compassionate and warm individuals and professionally he went through a very inspiring journey.
Today, in memory of Song Jae Rim, let’s take a look at his journey that started with modeling and then made him a household name.
Song Jae Rim was born on February 18, 1985 in Daehak Dong, Seoul. From a very young age, he had a keen interest in the world of modeling and acting. He made his debut as a model by gracing the catwalks of Seoul’s prestigious collections. From Juun. J to Herin Homme, Ha Sang Beg, he worked with the biggest names in the fashion world.
He had a great run at the modeling gig, but his heart always wanted to join the acting world. So despite his amazing academic background, he switched to acting. So he gradually found his way to his dream. He made his acting debut in 2009 and has not looked back since.
His first big hit came just a few years after he started acting. His role in the 2011 historical drama Moon embracing the sun helped him solidify his position in the world of acting. His character’s mix of strength and vulnerability showed his acting ability.
Then his comedic timing in ‘Cool Guys, Hot Ramen’ charmed everyone, followed by the 2013 released ‘Two Weeks’ where the actor impressed the audience. All the while, he has frequently appeared in music videos with popular K-pop stars.
He reached a major milestone when he bagged ‘We Got Married’ with Kim So Eun. The show skyrocketed Song Jae Rim’s popularity. His chemistry with his partner immediately won hearts and made Song Jae Rim a household name. The show and the character made him earn several accolades.
He also worked in several films and made a name for himself with each project. With his successful career, he has etched his name in the hearts of K-Town admirers. At the same time, his natural warmth and compassion made him a fan favorite.
RIP song Jae Rim!