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