10 Defining Moments in the Life of Gong Yoo
Gong Yoo is a South Korean actor known for his leading roles in the television dramas 'Coffee Prince' and 'Goblin', and the films 'Train to Busan' and 'Silenced'.
2001-01-01
2001-01-01
Acting Debut
Made his acting debut in the television series 'School 4'.
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Career
2007-07-02
2007-07-02
'Coffee Prince' Success
Rose to popularity with the role of Choi Han-kyul in the hit TV drama 'Coffee Prince'.
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Career
2008-01-14
2008-01-14
Mandatory Military Service
Enlisted for mandatory military service in the Republic of Korea Army, serving at the front line near the DMZ.
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Personal
2009-12-08
2009-12-08
Discharge from Military Service
Completed mandatory military service and was discharged.
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Personal
2011-09-22
2011-09-22
'Silenced' Release
Starred in 'Silenced', a film addressing systemic child abuse and leading to legislative reform in Korea, known as the Dogani Law.
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Career
2013-11-07
2013-11-07
UNICEF Korea Honorary Appointment
Appointed as an honorary ambassador for UNICEF Korea with a focus on child welfare.
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Honor
2016-07-20
2016-07-20
'Train to Busan' Premiere
Appeared in the critical and commercial hit zombie film 'Train to Busan', which gained international acclaim.
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Career
2016-10-06
2016-10-06
Busan International Film Festival Appearance
Attended the Busan International Film Festival for his film 'A Man and a Woman'.
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Career
2016-12-02
2016-12-02
'Goblin' Broadcast
Starred as Kim Shin in 'Goblin', becoming one of the most influential K-dramas globally.
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Career
2017-10-27
2017-10-27
Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Honor
Awarded the Asian Film Actor of the Year at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival.
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Award
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Photos
Gong Yoo (Sep 2016)
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