Kim Yeong-ok

Biography

Kim Yeong-ok (Korean: 김영옥; born December 5, 1937) is a South Korean actress who debuted in 1957 and has since become known as "South Korea's National Grandma" for her many portrayals of grandmothers in film and television. With over six decades of continuous acting career, she remains one of Korea's most active and recognizable actresses. A veteran of MBC TV dramas and voice acting, Kim continues to entertain audiences with her iconic roles.