Sonia Kil Youn Yuh-jungYoun Yuh-jung, a 74-year-old actor whose career spans five decades, became a top-rated performer and an iconic star in the early 1970s with her breakout role in the 1971 thriller “Woman of Fire.” Since then, Youn has gone on to portray some of the most unconventional women in modern Korean cinema, captivating audiences with her fearless spirit and inspiring the next generation of entertainers.Earlier this year, Youn made history by becoming the first Korean actor to win the Academy Award for supporting actress for her performance in “Minari.” As she took the stage to deliver her acceptance speech, she used her moment in the spotlight to impart a message of unity and empathy, values that have helped guide her career.
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