Jung Gyu-woon

Quick Facts: Who was Jung Gyu-woon?

Subject:

Jung Gyu-woon

Known for:

South Korean actor known for versatile roles in melodramas and thrillers.

Born:

1982-06-28

Century / Era:

1982s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Jung Gyu-woon (Korean: 정겨운; born June 28, 1982) is a South Korean actor. Jung Gyu-woon made acting his debut in 2004 with the mobile drama Five Stars. He first gained notice in 2008 when he took two contrasting roles — as a crazy young executive in Bitter Sweet Life and a calm and patient boyfriend who suffers for love in Women of the Sun. His popularity grew with the 2009 melodramas Again, My Love, and Loving You a Thousand Times; the latter became the first Korean drama exported to Bulgaria. In 2010 to 2011, Jung began to get cast in leading roles, which included a judo athlete training for the Olympics in Dr. Champ, a cop working in the violent crimes division in forensic medical series Sign, and a man who falls for a maid in Romance Town.

Career & Major Achievements

Jung received the best reviews of his career yet for his portrayal of a corporate spy in 2012's History of a Salaryman. This was followed by the family drama Wonderful Mama (2013), the time travel thriller God's Gift: 14 Days (2014), and the makeover romantic comedy Birth of a Beauty (2014). In October 2021, Jung signed a contract with Dear ENT. Jung married his girlfriend, a former model turned web designer, on April 5, 2014. On March 30, 2016, it was reported that he has divorced.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In April 2017, Jung confirmed to be in a romantic relationship with a non-celebrity. According to Jung's agency, he will be marrying for the second time on September 30, 2017. His fiancé is revealed to be a music student who majored in classical piano. The couple has been dating for one year before deciding to marry.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1982 (1982-06-28): Birth of Jung Gyu-woon — South Korean actor known for versatile roles in melodramas and thrillers.
2. 2004: 2004 Milestone — Jung Gyu-woon made acting his debut in 2004 with the mobile drama Five Stars.
3. 2008: 2008 Milestone — He first gained notice in 2008 when he took two contrasting roles — as a crazy young executive in Bitter Sweet Life and a calm and patient boyfriend who suffers for love in Women of the Sun.
4. 2009: 2009 Milestone — His popularity grew with the 2009 melodramas Again, My Love, and Loving You a Thousand Times; the latter became the first Korean drama exported to Bulgaria.
5. 2010: 2010 Milestone — In 2010 to 2011, Jung began to get cast in leading roles, which included a judo athlete training for the Olympics in Dr.
6. 2012: 2012 Milestone — Jung received the best reviews of his career yet for his portrayal of a corporate spy in 2012's History of a Salaryman.
7. 2013: 2013 Milestone — This was followed by the family drama Wonderful Mama (2013), the time travel thriller God's Gift: 14 Days (2014), and the makeover romantic comedy Birth of a Beauty (2014).
8. 2014: 2014 Milestone — Jung married his girlfriend, a former model turned web designer, on April 5, 2014.
9. 2016: 2016 Milestone — On March 30, 2016, it was reported that he has divorced.
10. 2017: 2017 Milestone — In April 2017, Jung confirmed to be in a romantic relationship with a non-celebrity.
11. 2021: 2021 Milestone — In October 2021, Jung signed a contract with Dear ENT.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Jung Gyu-woon

True or False: “Jung Gyu-woon's first notable role appeared in the drama 'Bitter Sweet Life' in 2008.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While he gained notice in 2008 with 'Bitter Sweet Life,' his acting debut actually occurred earlier in 2004.

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