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Death of South Korean actor at 24 sparks discussion about social media and internet culture

Kim Sae-ron, a South Korean actor, was found dead in her home in Seoul at age 24, leading to public grief and discussions about celebrity treatment on social media and in the media.
Critics argue that the culture of harassment online, particularly towards female celebrities, needs addressing, as seen in the reactions following Kim's death.
Numerous newspapers published articles criticizing toxic online comments and the media's role in exploiting celebrity struggles, referencing other recent tragic deaths.
The Citizens' Coalition for Democratic Media condemned news agencies for sensational reporting and highlighted their part in fostering a harmful environment.

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South China Morning Post

Kim Sae-ron the latest in a long line of Korean stars bullied to death

Korean celebrities may be loved by their fans, but make one slip-up and the online abuse starts, often fuelled by mass media.

2 days ago·Hong Kong

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El Pais

From star to broken toy: suicides and network harassment, the dark face of the economic miracle in the Korean cultural wave

For years now, the successful Hallyu, the wave of popular culture that has been raging around the world in South Korean cinema, pop music, and television formats, also sneaks into the catalogues of platforms such as Netflix through its romantic series and films. One of the stars of the so-called K-dramas was actress Kim Sae-ron, 24 years old. This Sunday, she was found dead at her home in Seoul, reported the city police in what she considers a s…

2 days ago·Spain

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BBC News

Kim Sae-ron's death exposes South Korea's celebrity culture

Analysts say they are not optimistic that the ruthless "cancel culture" surrounding the industry will change.

3 days ago·United Kingdom

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Popular Netflix actress dead by suicide at 24

Kim Sae-ron, popular for her role in Netflix‘s “Bloodhounds,” has died at the age of 24, according to reports.

3 days ago·New Jersey, United States

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CBS News

Death of young actor Kim Sae-ron sparks discussion about toxic online comments, media coverage in South Korea

Kim Sae-ron, 24, was found dead by a friend at her home in Seoul on Sunday.

4 days ago

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The Epoch Times

Death of South Korean Actor at 24 Sparks Discussion About Social Media and Internet Culture

SEOUL, South Korea—South Korean actor Kim Sae-ron’s death this week has triggered an outpouring of grief and calls for changes to the way the country’s celebrities are treated in the public arena and on social media, which critics say can foster a culture of harassment. The 24-year-old, who began her career as a child actor and earned acclaim for her roles in several domestic films, including the 2010 crime noir “The Man from Nowhere,” was found…

4 days ago·New York, United States

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