Park Ha-sun
A versatile South Korean actress who moved seamlessly from historical drama royalty to sharp-witted modern sitcoms.
Born 1987 (age 39)·South Korean actress·Birthday: October 22·Millennials
Biography
Park Ha-sun stepped onto the screen in the mid-2000s, but it was her portrayal of the dignified and resilient Queen Inhyeon in the 2010 drama 'Dong Yi' that made her a household name. That regal role demonstrated her capacity for depth and grace, a stark contrast to the comedic timing she displayed shortly after in the popular sitcom 'High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged'. This ability to pivot between genres has defined her career, allowing her to tackle everything from romantic leads to more complex, nuanced characters. Beyond acting, she has become a familiar face on variety and entertainment shows, revealing a warm and relatable personality that has endeared her to a broad audience.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Park was born in 1987, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Park Was Born
The biggest hits of 1987
#1 Movie
Three Men and a Baby
Best Picture
The Last Emperor
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Park's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1987Born
Black Monday stock market crash
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $72,400Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Walk Like an Egyptian" — The BanglesBest Picture: The Last Emperor
1992Started school
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
2000Became a teenager
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2003Could drive
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2005Could vote
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Turned 21
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2017Turned 30
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2026Age 39 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Gained widespread fame for her leading role as Queen Inhyeon in the hit historical drama 'Dong Yi'.
- Starred as a teacher in the popular sitcom 'High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged', showcasing her comedic skills.
- Made her acting debut in the 2005 television series 'Love Needs a Miracle'.
Did You Know?
She is married to fellow actor Ryu Soo-young, whom she met while filming the drama 'Two Weeks'.
She served as a fixed panel member on the Korean variety show 'The Return of Superman'.
She studied Theater and Film at Dongguk University.
“An actor's job is to breathe life into the silence between the lines.”
