Famous people by country
Famous people from South Korea
135 celebrities from South Korea, including Psy, Lee Min-ho and IU.
Celebrities135127 still living, 8 no longer with us
Oldest livingYoun Yuh-jung79 years old, born 1947
YoungestHyein18 years old, born 2008
Most common roleActor43% of celebrities from South Korea, then singers
Top birthplaceSeoul49 celebrities born there
Busiest birth decade1980s49 celebrities
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