1. Introduction to the text
This article discusses the life and career of actor Song Young-gyu, who recently passed away at the age of 55. It highlights his dedication to supporting his daughter’s education, even living in a semi-basement apartment, and his impressive acting career in both television and film.
2. Vocabulary
| Korean Word | Romanization | English Meaning | Contextual Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 했다 | haetta | did, have done | He had done a lot to support his daughter’s education. |
| 당시 | dangsi | at that time, then | At the time, he was working as a supporting actor. |
| 배우 | baeu | actor | The actor Song Young-gyu passed away suddenly. |
| 그는 | geuneun | he | He was known as a dedicated “father-lover” for his daughter. |
| 사망 | samang | death, passing away | The news of his sudden death has led to tributes from the entertainment industry. |
3. The main text in both Korean and English
배우 송영규(55)의 갑작스러운 사망 소식에 연예계에서 추모가 이어지고 있다. 그는 자신의 딸을 위해 반지하에서 살며 교육비를 지원했던 것으로 알려졌다.
The sudden passing of actor Song Young-gyu (55) has led to tributes from the entertainment industry. He was known for living in a semi-basement apartment and supporting his daughter’s education.
당시 단역 배우로 활동하던 송영규는 인상적인 연기로 주목받았다. 그는 OTT 시리즈 ‘수리남’과 ‘카지노’ 등에서도 꾸준히 연기 활동을 펼쳤다.
At the time, Song Young-gyu was working as a supporting actor, but his impressive performances gained attention. He continued to act in OTT series like ‘Suriname’ and ‘Casino’.
송영규는 자신의 혐의에 대해 “무조건적으로 제가 잘못했다”고 인정했다. 그의 딸을 위한 노력과 열정은 많은 이들에게 감동을 주었다.
Song Young-gyu acknowledged that he was at fault, without any excuses. His efforts and passion for supporting his daughter deeply moved many people.
4. Reading comprehension questions
- What was Song Young-gyu’s occupation?
- Why did Song Young-gyu live in a semi-basement apartment?
- What were some of the TV shows and films that Song Young-gyu appeared in?
- How did Song Young-gyu respond to the accusations against him?
- What did people find most admirable about Song Young-gyu?
5. Cultural and historical notes
In South Korean culture, the concept of “father-lover” (딸바보) refers to fathers who are deeply devoted to their daughters and go to great lengths to support them. Song Young-gyu’s story highlights this cultural value and the sacrifices some Korean parents make for their children’s education and well-being.