Known as the “real-life protagonist of The Glory” after courageously exposing her experiences with school bullying, Pyo Ye-rim died on October 10, 2023, at the young age of 27.
At that time, the Busanjin Police Station and local fire authorities received a report that someone had fallen into a reservoir in Busanjin-gu, Busan. After a three-hour search, rescue teams found her and rushed her to hospital, but she was in cardiac arrest and could not be revived.
Pyo, who worked as a hairdresser, had publicly revealed that she endured 12 years of incessant bullying from primary school to high school. His testimony attracted a lot of attention, especially as the Netflix hit The Glory shed light on the issue of school violence. She later became an activist, joining forces with victims nationwide and campaigning to abolish the statute of limitations for school bullying cases.
Despite his courage, Pyo continued to face immense difficulties. She said she suffered from secondary victimization and, at a certain point, revealed that she had been sued for defamation by a stalker. He even uploaded videos on his YouTube channel that hinted at desperation, which made the news of his death even more heartbreaking for many.
As today marks the third anniversary of her passing, netizens continue to remember her not only as a victim but also as a voice for countless others who have endured similar pain.
Sources: naver
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