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Claudia Kim

Claudia Kim is a South Korean actress and model best known internationally for roles in *Avengers: Age of Ultron*, *The Dark Tower*, *Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald*, and the television series *Marco Polo*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Claudia Kim is a South Korean actress and model best known internationally for roles in *Avengers: Age of Ultron*, *The Dark Tower*, *Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald*, and the television series *Marco Polo*. Born Kim Soo-hyun in Seoul, she has worked in both South Korean and international productions.

Early life and education

Claudia Kim was born in Seoul, South Korea, and later studied International Studies at Ewha Womans University. Some sources also note that she spent part of her childhood in the United States before returning to South Korea.

Career

She began working in entertainment in 2004 and appeared in Korean television before moving into international projects. Her screen credits include *Queen of the Game*, *Marco Polo*, *Avengers: Age of Ultron*, *The Dark Tower*, and *Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald*.

Personal life

She married Matthew Shampine in 2019, according to the available sources. Later biographical sources report that the marriage ended in divorce in 2024.

International recognition

Kim became more widely known outside South Korea after appearing in English-language productions. Her roles in Marvel and *Fantastic Beasts* franchise films made her a familiar name to global audiences.

Key facts

  • Claudia Kim is a South Korean actress and model who uses the professional name Claudia Kim for international projects.
  • She was born Kim Soo-hyun in Seoul on 25 January 1985 and studied International Studies at Ewha Womans University.
  • Her international film roles include Dr. Helen Cho in *Avengers: Age of Ultron* and Nagini in *Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald*.
  • She has worked in both South Korean television, such as *Queen of the Game*, and Western productions like *Marco Polo*.
  • She married Matthew Shampine in 2019, and the marriage ended in divorce in 2024.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Claudia Kim?
Claudia Kim is a South Korean actress and model known for work in Korean television and international films.
What is Claudia Kim's real name?
Her birth name is Kim Soo-hyun.
What is Claudia Kim best known for?
She is best known for *Marco Polo*, *Avengers: Age of Ultron*, *The Dark Tower*, and *Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald*.
Where was Claudia Kim born?
She was born in Seoul, South Korea.
What did Claudia Kim study?
She studied International Studies at Ewha Womans University.
Is Claudia Kim married?
Sources report that she married Matthew Shampine in 2019 and later divorced in 2024.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claudia_Kim
    Supports: Birth date, birth name, birthplace, education, occupations, years active, spouse, and general career overview.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm2263791/bio/
    Supports: Biographical details and selected filmography including *Queen of the Game*, *Marco Polo*, *Avengers: Age of Ultron*, *The Dark Tower*, and *Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald*.
  3. Fandangohttps://www.fandango.com/people/claudia-kim-987729/biography
    Supports: Career summary, early life note about time in New Jersey, and major acting credits.
  4. South China Morning Posthttps://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2166615/meet-claudia-kim-korean-actress-who-plays-nagini
    Supports: Her identity as a South Korean actress, early modelling career, and international recognition for playing Nagini.
  5. MyDramaListhttps://mydramalist.com/people/2718-kim-soo-hyun
    Supports: Alternative names, nationality, marital status updates, and recent agency information.