Song Yoo-jung
South Korean actress and model
Born
1994
31 years ago
Died
January 23rd, 2021
4 years ago — 27 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
South Korea
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Gained recognition as an actress and model in South Korea. Starred in television dramas including 'Make a Wish' and 'The Great Shaman Ga Doo-shim.' Engaged in various modeling projects and had an active presence in the entertainment industry. Achieved a noteworthy following for performances in popular series and online content.
Starred in 'Make a Wish'
Appeared in 'The Great Shaman Ga Doo-shim'
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