Woo Seung-yeon
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Woo Seung-yeon was a South Korea
n model and actress.
(2007) and Private Eye (2009). She had been affiliated with management agency Yedang Entertainment in 2008, but switched to Oracle Entertainment in February 2009. Woo had been undergoing treatment for depression, having been under severe stress following a number of failed auditions. At the time of her death, she was on a leave of absence from Chung-Ang University
where she studied French language and literature.
, Seoul
, in an apparent suicide. Her body was discovered at 7:40 pm by her roommate. Prior to her death, Woo sent a text message to her sister saying "I'm sorry", and left a note in her diary that read, "I love my family. I am so sorry to leave early." Police believe that depression over her situation and fear of the future led to her suicide.
South Korea
The Republic of Korea , , is a sovereign state in East Asia, located on the southern portion of the Korean Peninsula. It is neighbored by the People's Republic of China to the west, Japan to the east, North Korea to the north, and the East China Sea and Republic of China to the south...
n model and actress.
Biography
Woo began her career as a fashion model in magazine and television commercials, and had appeared in minor roles in the films HerbHerb (film)
Herb is a 2007 South Korean film, directed by Heo In-moo. Kang Hye-jeong stars in the lead role as a 20-year old woman with the mental and emotional skills of a seven-year old, who falls in love with a policeman she sees as her Prince Charming, but must face tragedy when she is forced to deal with...
(2007) and Private Eye (2009). She had been affiliated with management agency Yedang Entertainment in 2008, but switched to Oracle Entertainment in February 2009. Woo had been undergoing treatment for depression, having been under severe stress following a number of failed auditions. At the time of her death, she was on a leave of absence from Chung-Ang University
Chung-Ang University
The Chung-Ang University is a private comprehensive institution in South Korea, located over two campuses in Seoul and Anseong. It was founded subsequent to liberation from Japanese colonial rule for the benefit of the nation and advancement of civilization, with the educational philosophy of...
where she studied French language and literature.
Death
On 28 April 2009, Woo was found hanged at her home in Jamsil-dongJamsil-dong
Jamsil-dong is a neighbourhood, dong of Songpa-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Its name is strongly related to silkworm breeding during the Joseon dynasty and Jamsil literally means a room or place for sericulture...
, Seoul
Seoul
Seoul , officially the Seoul Special City, is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. A megacity with a population of over 10 million, it is the largest city proper in the OECD developed world...
, in an apparent suicide. Her body was discovered at 7:40 pm by her roommate. Prior to her death, Woo sent a text message to her sister saying "I'm sorry", and left a note in her diary that read, "I love my family. I am so sorry to leave early." Police believe that depression over her situation and fear of the future led to her suicide.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Herb Herb (film) Herb is a 2007 South Korean film, directed by Heo In-moo. Kang Hye-jeong stars in the lead role as a 20-year old woman with the mental and emotional skills of a seven-year old, who falls in love with a policeman she sees as her Prince Charming, but must face tragedy when she is forced to deal with... |
|
| 2009 | Private Eye | Kae-ddong |
See also
- Suicide in South KoreaSuicide in South KoreaSuicide in South Korea occurs at the highest suicide rate among the 30 OECD countries, having recently surpassed Japan's rate. The toll of suicide deaths in South Korea has doubled in the last decade....
- List of models who died during their careers in the 21st century