Jang Ki-yong

Quick Facts: Who was Jang Ki-yong?

Subject:

Jang Ki-yong

Known for:

South Korean actor and model known for roles in Search: WWW, My Roommate Is a Gumiho.

Born:

1992-08-07

Century / Era:

1992s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Jang Ki-yong (Korean: 장기용; born August 7, 1992) is a South Korean actor and model. He began his career in the modelling industry and debuted as an actor through a guest appearance on It's Okay, That's Love (2014). He gained popularity with Confession Couple (2017) and was cast in Come and Hug Me (2018), his first-ever lead role. Jang rose to prominence with Search: WWW (2019) and My Roommate Is a Gumiho (2021), and is also known for his roles in My Mister (2018), Born Again (2020) and The Atypical Family (2024). As a model, Jang earned several awards including the "Fashion Model Award" at the 2014 Asia Model Awards and "Best Dressed Model" at the 2015 Korea's Best Dresser Swan Awards.

Career & Major Achievements

His transition to acting earned him the accolades "Best New Actor (TV)" at the 2019 Baeksang Arts Awards, the "Excellence Award" at the 2018 MBC Drama Awards and more. Jang is also known for his endorsements with brands Estée Lauder, Lancôme, and Nivea Men. Born and raised in Ulsan, South Korea, Jang Ki-yong was born on August 7, 1992, and lived with his parents and older brother. Growing up, Jang developed an interest for fashion and photography. He saw a runway video from a fashion show starring Lee Soo-hyuk on the internet in his third year at Ulsan High School amidst his deliberation of possible future career prospects for college.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

With his growth in enjoyment for magazines and pictorials, he soon wanted to become a model; however, due to familial expectations, he prepared for the college entrance exam during the second semester of high school. After revealing his dream career to his parents, they were initially reluctant and disapproved of his career choice. Eventually he convinced them to let him follow his dream, to which his father stated: "If you really like it and can do well, do it". To pursue his dream, Jang went to Seoul after passing the college entrance exam and enrolled in the musical acting department at Yong In University. Describing himself as a "country guy", he often fantasized about the metropolitan city and viewing the King Sejeong bronze statue in Gwanghwamun.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1992 (1992-08-07): Birth of Jang Ki-yong — South Korean actor and model known for roles in Search: WWW, My Roommate Is a Gumiho.
2. 2014: 2014 Milestone — He began his career in the modelling industry and debuted as an actor through a guest appearance on It's Okay, That's Love (2014).
3. 2017: 2017 Milestone — He gained popularity with Confession Couple (2017) and was cast in Come and Hug Me (2018), his first-ever lead role.
4. 2019: 2019 Milestone — Jang rose to prominence with Search: WWW (2019) and My Roommate Is a Gumiho (2021), and is also known for his roles in My Mister (2018), Born Again (2020) and The Atypical Family (2024).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Jang Ki-yong

True or False: “Jang Ki-yong's initial career focus after high school was exclusively acting, bypassing the modeling industry entirely.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): He initially developed an interest in fashion and photography, leading him to pursue modeling before focusing on acting.

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