The Korean entertainment industry has been shaken by the death of 24-year-old actress Kim Sae Ron on February 16. Among the many reports that followed her sudden passing, one article from reporter Kwon Nam Young caught the attention of netizens. In the article, Kwon reports that Kim Sae Ron tried her best to redeem herself in the eye of the public following her DUI in 2022.
The report specifically mentions that Kim personally visited and compensated all 57 stores in the area that suffered damages.
The drunk driving accident happened on May 18, 2022 — when Kim Sae Ron crashed into a transformer in Gangnam, followed by a crash into a tree. The late actress then fled the scene. It was reported that many nearby stores suffered damages due to the transformer failing and causing a three-hour power outage — which prevented card payments and caused other disruptions.
Kim Sae Ron immediately admitted her mistake and apologized to the public. She shared a handwritten letter on her Instagram account apologizing for her behavior, saying there was no excuse to act the way she had done. She also promised to rectify the situation by sorting out the damage caused by her accident.
Kukmin Ilbo now reports that Sae Ron did keep her word. She visited all 57 stores that suffered damage. The report also acknowledges that this was an unusual move fro a celebrity. In fact, one of the owners themselves said they were surprised to see her.
I was shocked when Kim Sae Ron came to apologize in person.
— Store Owner
Despite her apologies and compensation, Kim Sae Ron’s reputation never really recovered, and she continued to suffer the consequences. According to the report, she suffered financial difficulties following the accident due to her activities being suspended. She faced various brand deal penalties and compensation payments.
Following her passing, a friend spoke about how Kim Sae Ron had recently changed her name and was looking to start fresh in the entertainment industry. You can read more about it below.
Kim Sae Ron’s Close Friend Speaks After Her Sudden Death
Source: Kukmin Ilbo
