Jeong Jin-woon

Quick Facts: Who was Jeong Jin-woon?

Subject:

Jeong Jin-woon

Known for:

South Korean singer and actor known for his work in 2AM and solo rock endeavors.

Born:

1991-05-02

Century / Era:

1991s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Jeong Jin-woon (Korean: 정진운), most often credited as Jinwoon, is a South Korean singer and actor. Debuting as a member of the group 2AM in July 2008, he began his acting career in 2012 with the KBS series Dream High 2, playing Jin Yoo-jin. Jinwoon was born on May 2, 1991 in Seoul, South Korea. He graduated high school from BaekAhm High School. He, along with Shinee's Onew and Girls' Generation's Seohyun, had the highest national score for their high school SATs exam.

Career & Major Achievements

He studied at Daejin University, Dept. of Theatre and Visual Arts, the same class as fellow group member, Seulong. Jinwoon is known to be close to 91-liners, such as Nicole Jung of Kara, Son Dong-woon of Beast, Mir of MBLAQ, Key of Shinee, and Seohyun of Girls' Generation. On October 7, 2013, Jinwoon, along with his manager and staff, were involved in a car accident in which he fractured his right ankle. His cousin, Park Mi-so, was a member of a South Korean Kpop girl group Tahiti. He was originally eliminated from 2AM in the Hot Blood documentary, but Jinwoon eventually returned after one of the chosen members Daehun had to return to the States for personal reasons.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Prior to debut, he was in a band called No Comment. He plays guitar, drums, bass guitar, bongo, and piano. Jinwoon debuted as a solo artist on July 31, 2011, at the Jisan Valley Rock Festival, where he performed his first solo single "You Walking Toward Me" written and composed by him. The limited single (1,000 copies) went on sale on August 4. Included on the single was an additional song, "Lalala," also composed by Jinwoon.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1991 (1991-05-02): Birth of Jeong Jin-woon — South Korean singer and actor known for his work in 2AM and solo rock endeavors.
2. 2008: 2008 Milestone — Debuting as a member of the group 2AM in July 2008, he began his acting career in 2012 with the KBS series Dream High 2, playing Jin Yoo-jin.
3. 2011: 2011 Milestone — Jinwoon debuted as a solo artist on July 31, 2011, at the Jisan Valley Rock Festival, where he performed his first solo single "You Walking Toward Me" written and composed by him.
4. 2013: 2013 Milestone — On October 7, 2013, Jinwoon, along with his manager and staff, were involved in a car accident in which he fractured his right ankle.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Jeong Jin-woon

True or False: “Did Jeong Jin-woon debut as a solo artist before becoming a member of the group 2AM?”

Answer (FALSE ❌): He debuted as a solo artist on July 31, 2011, but he officially debuted as a member of 2AM in July 2008.

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