Jeon Sung-woo

Quick Facts: Who was Jeon Sung-woo?

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Jeon Sung-woo

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South Korean actor known for versatile roles in musicals, dramas, and crime thrillers.

Born:

1987-12-30

Century / Era:

1987s Historical Era Archive

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Origins & Early Life

Jeon Sung-woo (Korean: 전성우; born December 30, 1987) is a South Korean actor. In 2007, he made his debut as a musical actor at the age of 20 in Lee Yun-taek's production of the musical Dream on Mars. Since then, he has ventured into television, making his debut in 2015 with a minor role in the drama Six Flying Dragons. Jeon is recognized for his notable supporting roles in various dramas, including The Fiery Priest, Designated Survivor: 60 Days, Diary of a Prosecutor, and The First Responders. Jeon was born on December 30, 1987 in Seoul.

Career & Major Achievements

Since childhood, He always wanted to be a famous celebrity. He convinced his parents to let him attend Anyang Art High School. Later, he joined the Department of Acting and Arts at Sungkyunkwan University, where he crossed paths with director Lee Yun-taek. Lee Yun-taek saw that Jeon had all the qualities of a talented actor, including acting skills, dancing ability, singing talent, a high-pitched voice, and a delicate and gentle appearance. In 2007, Jeon debuted as a musical actor at the age of 20 in Lee Yun-taek's musical Dream on Mars in which he portrayed the young version of Jeongjo of Joseon.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In 2013, Jeon plays the role of Lee Mong-ryong, in musical Indangsu Love Song. It is an original musical that combines the stories of Korea's representative classic novels, The Tale of Chunhyang and The Tale of Simcheong. It premiered in 2002 and celebrates its 11th anniversary in 2013. For his portrayal of Michael in The Elephant Song and of Christopher in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Jeon won the Best Actor Award in the Theater Category at the 2016 Stagetalk Audience Choice Awards. In February 2015, Jeon signed with Kda Company and consequently made his television debut in the sageuk Six Flying Dragons in which he was only credited as a student.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1987 (1987-12-30): Birth of Jeon Sung-woo — South Korean actor known for versatile roles in musicals, dramas, and crime thrillers.
2. 2002: 2002 Milestone — It premiered in 2002 and celebrates its 11th anniversary in 2013.
3. 2007: 2007 Milestone — In 2007, he made his debut as a musical actor at the age of 20 in Lee Yun-taek's production of the musical Dream on Mars.
4. 2013: 2013 Milestone — In 2013, Jeon plays the role of Lee Mong-ryong, in musical Indangsu Love Song.
5. 2015: 2015 Milestone — Since then, he has ventured into television, making his debut in 2015 with a minor role in the drama Six Flying Dragons.
6. 2016: 2016 Milestone — For his portrayal of Michael in The Elephant Song and of Christopher in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Jeon won the Best Actor Award in the Theater Category at the 2016 Stagetalk Audience Choice Awards.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Jeon Sung-woo

True or False: “Jeon Sung-woo debuted his television career with the historical drama Six Flying Dragons in 2015.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): He made his TV debut in 2015 with a minor role in the sageuk (historical drama) Six Flying Dragons.

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