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Yunjin Kim

Yunjin Kim is a South Korean-American actress known for her work in both South Korean film and American television.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Yunjin Kim is a South Korean-American actress known for her work in both South Korean film and American television. She is best known for her role as Sun-Hwa Kwon on the ABC series *Lost* and for her performance in the South Korean film *Shiri*.

Early life

Yunjin Kim was born in Seoul, South Korea, on November 7, 1973. Sources indicate she later moved to the United States and pursued acting training there.

Career

Kim became widely known in South Korea through *Shiri* and later achieved international fame through *Lost*. Her career includes roles in both Korean films and American television series.

Notable roles

Her best-known screen roles include Bang-Hee in *Shiri*, Sun-Hwa Kwon in *Lost*, and Dr. Karen Kim in *Mistresses*. These roles helped establish her profile across Asian and American audiences.

Recognition

Sources describe Kim as an established actress with significant recognition in both South Korea and the United States. Her role in *Lost* is the one most often cited as her global breakthrough.

Key facts

  • Yunjin Kim is a South Korean-American actress born in Seoul, South Korea, on November 7, 1973.
  • Her breakout role in South Korea was as Bang-Hee in *Shiri*.
  • She gained international recognition as Sun-Hwa Kwon in *Lost*.
  • She also appeared in the ABC series *Mistresses* as Dr. Karen Kim.
  • Sources describe her as working in both film and television.
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Canadian context

Canadian readers may know Kim from the Canadian availability of her television and film work through international distribution and streaming platforms.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Yunjin Kim?
Yunjin Kim is a South Korean-American actress known for roles in *Shiri* and *Lost*.
What is Yunjin Kim best known for?
She is best known for playing Sun-Hwa Kwon on *Lost* and Bang-Hee in *Shiri*.
When was Yunjin Kim born?
She was born on November 7, 1973.
Where was Yunjin Kim born?
She was born in Seoul, South Korea.
What television series is Yunjin Kim associated with?
She is associated with *Lost* and *Mistresses*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yunjin_Kim
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, and key roles in *Shiri* and *Lost*.
  2. ABC — https://abc.com/cast/de2008f9-abf7-43a9-b445-17769bfdfbaa
    Supports: Role in *Lost*, role in *Mistresses*, and biographical details including upbringing and education.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/es-es/name/nm0453746/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and acting credits including *Lost* and *Shiri*.