'Organ donation after brain death' marks 10th anniversary of the late Kim Sung-min, who left behind a new life for five people

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Ten years have passed since actor Kim Sung-min passed away.

Kim Sung-min was found collapsed at his home on June 26, 2016, and was rushed to the hospital, where he was declared brain dead and subsequently died. He was 43 years old.

Following the late Kim's wishes, his family decided to donate his organs, including kidneys, corneas, and liver, gifting new lives to five patients with intractable diseases.

Kim Sung-min debuted as an advertising model in 1991 and began his acting career as a member of the theater troupe 'Seongjwa' in 1995. He gained popularity through appearances in dramas such as 'Mermaid Princess', 'Queen Flower Fairy', 'Fantasy Couple', and 'Give Me Rice', and also won affection through the variety show 'Qualities of a Man'.

However, in 2010, he was caught for methamphetamine use and received a suspended sentence, halting his activities. He returned in 2012 with the drama 'Can We Get Married?' and married in secret, but was arrested again in 2015 on charges of methamphetamine use and sentenced to 10 months in prison along with a fine of 700,000 won.

He was released from detention in January 2016 but passed away just five months after his release.

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