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Kim Sae-ron's death exposes South Korea's celebrity culture

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Actress Kim Sae-ron's death in an apparent suicide has renewed criticism of South Korea's entertainment industry.

Kim , 24 , had been bombarded with negative press coverage and hate online after a drink-driving conviction in 2022 .

Analysts say they are not optimistic her death will lead to meaningful change.

South Korea has one of the highest suicide rates among developed countries.

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62

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36

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informal

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English

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48

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short-lived

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