Happy birthday! Song Kang-ho turns 59 today

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The iconic and legendary actor turns 59 on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.
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Song Kang-ho is celebrating his 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Song Kang-ho (Thirst, Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance, Joint Security Area, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Song, a cultural icon

Born in Gimhae on January 17, 1967, Song Kang-ho's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Korean history. Song's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Kang-ho hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Song Kang-ho as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Kang-ho, you're the best!

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