 was born on June 8, 1955, in South Korea. He pursued higher education through Korea National Open University in Seoul and also attended Chung‑Ang University's Seoul campus. Over a long and prolific career, he’s built an impressive body of work spanning television, film, and theater. In Hwarang (2016–2017), he notably portrayed Seok Hyun‑jae, the grandfather figure and influential member of the Silla court opposition .</p>
<h5>Career highlights:</h5>
<p>With over 75 acting credits, Kim Jong‑goo has become a recognizable character actor in both film and drama. In Hwarang, his performance as Seok Hyun‑jae stood out—offering depth to a politically powerful elder in the Silla dynasty. His versatility shines through roles as CEOs, fathers, and officials in high-profile series like Adamas (2022), Again My Life (2022), Amor Fati (2021), Rugal (2020), Doctor John (2019), Cross (2018), and many others. On the big screen, he's appeared in acclaimed films such as Exit (2019) and A Werewolf Boy (2012).</p>){kind=link}
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Kim Jong Goo
Kim Jong‑goo (김종구) was born on June 8, 1955, in South Korea. He pursued higher education through Korea National Open University in Seoul and also attended Chung‑Ang University's Seoul campus. Over a long and prolific career, he’s built an impressive body of work spanning television, film, and theater. In Hwarang (2016–2017), he notably portrayed Seok Hyun‑jae, the grandfather figure and influential member of the Silla court opposition .
Career highlights:
With over 75 acting credits, Kim Jong‑goo has become a recognizable character actor in both film and drama. In Hwarang, his performance as Seok Hyun‑jae stood out—offering depth to a politically powerful elder in the Silla dynasty. His versatility shines through roles as CEOs, fathers, and officials in high-profile series like Adamas (2022), Again My Life (2022), Amor Fati (2021), Rugal (2020), Doctor John (2019), Cross (2018), and many others. On the big screen, he's appeared in acclaimed films such as Exit (2019) and A Werewolf Boy (2012).