Korean Stunt Actress, 25, Dies In Car Accident; Death Only Comes To Light 2 Months Later When K
South Korean stuntwoman Kim Hyun Yi, known for her work in K-dramas like The Penthouse, has died in a car accident at age 25. Her passing was only recently revealed after two television dramas aired tribute messages in her honor.
Why it matters
The delayed public announcement highlights the often-overlooked contributions of stunt performers in the entertainment industry.
Stuntwoman Kim Hyun Yi, who had doubled for stars like Ha Ji Won, was honoured with a tribute in Doctor X: Mafia In White.
Ilsa Chan 25 Oct 2026 at 15:45 Share Bookmark Bookmark Share on Facebook Share on WhatsApp Share on Twitter Share on WeChat Set 8days as your preferred source on Google Add 8days as a trusted source to help Google better understand and surface our content in search results. stunt actress car accident K-drama Taekwondo Doctor X Stunt Double A South Korean stuntwoman who had doubled for actresses Ha Ji Won and Lee Si Young , has died in a car accident while on her way to filming. She was just 25.
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