South Korean actress, Song Hye-kyo is one of the buzziest and biggest names in Asia—here are eight things to know about her
Song Hye-kyo is a household name in her native South Korea and is one of Asia's biggest stars. Ask anyone about Hallyu and you'll most likely hear her name on their lips. She's particularly well-known for helping spread the Korean Wave in the region, no doubt, in part with her notable roles in various dramas and movies such as My Girl And I (2005) and Full House (2004) which catapulted her to superstar status.
But for those who have only heard about the actress and are interested in learning more, you've come to the right place. Here are eight things to know about Song Hye-kyo, one of Asia's buzziest starts.
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1. She started modeling at age 14
Growing up, Song wanted to be an athlete, not a movie star, and she was training to become a figure skater. But in 1996, when she was a 14-year-old high school student, her parents entered her in the SunKyung modelling contest, and she won. Soon after, Song landed supporting roles on television variety shows, including One of a Pair (1997) and First Love (1996–1997).
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