| Jung Kyung-ho Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 6 ft 0½ in |
| Weight | 75 kg |
| Date of Birth | August 31, 1983 |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Jung Kyung-ho is a South Korean actor who is known for his work in I’m Sorry, I Love You (2004) and Time Between Dog and Wolf (2007). He earned further recognition with his lead role of Kang Hyun-soo in Smile, You (2009) and Jung Shi-hyun in Heartless City (2013).
Born Name
Jung Kyung-ho
Nick Name
Kyung-ho, Jung Kyoung-ho
Sun Sign
Virgo
Born Place
Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
Nationality
Education
Kyung-ho enrolled at the theater department of Chung-Ang University in the past.
Occupation
Actor
Family
- Father – Jung Eul-young (Veteran TV Director)
Manager
Kyung-ho is represented by Management Allum.
Build
Slim
Height
6 ft 0½ in or 184 cm
Weight
75 kg or 165.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Kyung-ho has dated –
- Choi Soo-young (2013-Present) – Jung and Girls’ Generation‘s Choi Soo-young started dating in 2013. However, their relationship was confirmed in January 2014, by Kyung-ho’s agency. The couple also attended the same university and church.
Race / Ethnicity
Asian
He has South Korean ancestry.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Towering physical appearance
Brand Endorsements
Through his social media, Kyung-ho has either endorsed or promoted various brands including Shinil.
Jung Kyung-ho Facts
- He was born and brought up in South Korea.
- After passing his KBS actors audition in 2003, he signed with the talent agency SidusHQ.
- Kyung-ho made his debut theatrical film appearance as Yoo Jung-hoon in All for Love in 2005.
- He rose to prominence after appearing in the television series I’m Sorry, I Love You in 2004, as Choi Yoon.
- Kyung-ho launched the internet shopping mall Double Bill with his business partner Yoo Ha-jun in April 2008.
- It was at Chung-Ang University that he met an older theater major named Ha Jung-woo whom he shared rooms on the campus. Kyung-ho also stated that he considers him to be an influence in his life.
- He enlisted into mandatory military service on November 30, 2010, as an active-duty soldier with the 306th draft. However, he was later transferred to the military band in Yongin, from where he was discharged on September 4, 2012, with a commendation from the Army Chief of Staff.
- Initially, Kyung-ho and his father did not speak for 3 years as his father did not want him to pursue an acting career. Their disagreement led to Jung leaving his family home.
- Kyung-ho’s father has frequently collaborated with writer Kim Soo-hyun on hit television dramas such as Mom’s Dead Upset, My Husband’s Woman, Life Is Beautiful, and Childless Comfort.
- His film and television credits include Beating Again (2015), One More Happy Ending (2016), Missing Nine (2017), Prison Playbook (2017–2018), Life on Mars (2018), When the Devil Calls Your Name (2019), Hospital Playlist (2020–21), and Crash Course in Romance (2023).
Featured Image By Jung Kyung-ho / Instagram
