Choi Daniel

Quick Facts: Who was Choi Daniel?

Subject:

Choi Daniel

Known for:

South Korean actor, DJ, and model known for television roles and radio hosting.

Born:

1986-02-22

Century / Era:

1986s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Choi Daniel (born 22 February 1986) is a South Korean actor, DJ and model. He is best known for his television roles in The Ghost Detective, Jugglers, High Kick Through the Roof, Baby Faced Beauty, School 2013, and rom-com film Cyrano Agency. He is also an anchorman on KBS World Radio since 2011 and a DJ on KBS 2FM since 2013. Choi's mother had serious morning sickness when pregnant with his elder brother (6 years his elder), thus did not consider having a second child. His father had a vasectomy, but Choi was still conceived.

Career & Major Achievements

His father wanted to name him Solomon, but his mother preferred Daniel, as he was considered a gift from God. As a child, his name was considered unusual, and his peers would call him "Yogi Daniel" (a famous yoga master and contortionist), and would jokingly ask him to squeeze himself into a desk. Choi's mother died when he was 5 years old. Due to few recollections of his mother, later in life, he found it difficult to act opposite his characters' mother figures. After the death of his mother and his father's business went bankrupt, he was sent to his aunt's house, while his father and brother lived with another relative.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

His first part-time job in high school was a gas station attendant. He quit after one semester at the Broadcasting and Acting Department of Chungwoon University, as he had enough of the experience. He was part of the university's cheerleading team. His father was in the Military Academy and his brother is a civil servant. On 2 October 2015, Choi enlisted in the Republic of Korea Army to serve his mandatory military service.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1986 (1986-02-22): Birth of Choi Daniel — South Korean actor, DJ, and model known for television roles and radio hosting.
2. 2011: 2011 Milestone — He is also an anchorman on KBS World Radio since 2011 and a DJ on KBS 2FM since 2013.
3. 2013: 2013 Milestone — He is best known for his television roles in The Ghost Detective, Jugglers, High Kick Through the Roof, Baby Faced Beauty, School 2013, and rom-com film Cyrano Agency.
4. 2015: 2015 Milestone — On 2 October 2015, Choi enlisted in the Republic of Korea Army to serve his mandatory military service.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Choi Daniel

True or False: “Choi Daniel's first professional role after his military service was in the drama 'School 2013'.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): His first project after discharge from mandatory service was the television show 'Jugglers'.

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