Yoon Jung-hee (actress, born 1980)

Quick Facts: Who was Yoon Jung-hee (actress, born 1980)?

Subject:

Yoon Jung-hee (actress, born 1980)

Known for:

South Korean actress known for breakthrough roles in dramas like Dear Heaven.

Born:

1980-12-21

Century / Era:

1980s Historical Era Archive

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Origins & Early Life

Yoon Jung-hee (Korean: 윤정희; born December 21, 1980) is a South Korean actress. Yoon was the representative of Gyeonggi Province at the Miss Korea beauty pageant in 2000, then lived in obscurity for several years while trying to find work as an actress.

Career & Major Achievements

She made her breakthrough in 2005 in the hit drama Dear Heaven, followed by more leading roles on television, including Blissful Woman (2007), and Family's Honor (2008). She also starred in the horror film Death Bell (2008).

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1980 (1980-12-21): Birth of Yoon Jung-hee (actress, born 1980) — South Korean actress known for breakthrough roles in dramas like Dear Heaven.
2. 2000: 2000 Milestone — Yoon was the representative of Gyeonggi Province at the Miss Korea beauty pageant in 2000, then lived in obscurity for several years while trying to find work as an actress.
3. 2005: 2005 Milestone — She made her breakthrough in 2005 in the hit drama Dear Heaven, followed by more leading roles on television, including Blissful Woman (2007), and Family's Honor (2008).
4. 2008: 2008 Milestone — She also starred in the horror film Death Bell (2008).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Yoon Jung-hee (actress, born 1980)

True or False: “Yoon Jung-hee's husband, Lee Jun-ho, was investigated for financial misconduct related to a company acquisition involving SM Entertainment shares.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): The investigation centered on the alleged conflict of interest surrounding Yoon and her husband's investment in Baram Pictures, which was acquired by Kakao Entertainment.

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