On November 27, a chef shared a delightful moment on social media, writing: “*I recently became the luckiest fan. One of my favorite Hollywood actresses, Charlize Theron, visited our studio with her daughter. Watching them laugh while making tteokbokki and gimbap together was unforgettable. I hope it became a cherished memory for them, and I’d love to welcome them back again.*”
The post included a video showing Charlize and her daughter participating in a Korean cooking class—rolling gimbap, making tteokbokki, and enjoying their creations. In a heartwarming moment, Charlize even danced after tasting her own gimbap, while her daughter smiled brightly and gave a proud thumbs-up.
Not long before, sightings of Charlize Theron in Hongdae, Seoul were shared on online communities and social media. One fan recounted seeing her walking hand-in-hand with her daughter and politely asking for a photo. Charlize responded warmly, wrapping her arm around the fan’s shoulder and posing.
What makes her visit even more surprising is that there was no official announcement about her schedule in Korea. Even more impressive was her choice to explore the city casually, without security or a large entourage—just herself and her daughter enjoying a local experience.
With the global popularity of Korean content soaring, Charlize Theron’s trip has sparked speculation that she’s simply on a relaxing holiday with her daughter, soaking up the cultural wave firsthand.
Charlize Theron is best known for her Academy Award-winning performance in Monster and her iconic role as Furiosa in Mad Max: Fury Road, which gained her a strong fanbase in Korea. Her next film, The Odyssey, directed by Christopher Nolan, is scheduled for release in July 2026.
Sources: nate