1961 in South Korea
# 1961 in South Korea

Events from the year 1961 in South Korea.

## Incumbents

* President: Yun Posun
* Prime Minister: Chang Myon (until 18 May)

## Events

* 16 May - May 16 Coup

## Births

* 27 April - Sung Dong-il, actor
* 20 September - Na Young-hee, actress
* 1 December - Kim Jin-ho, archer
