Ok Taecyeon (2PM)

Ok Taecyeon is a South Korean actor and singer.

He became famous after debuting as a singer and dancer in 2PM, before expanding his career into acting and appearing in various drama series such as Cinderella’s Stepsister (2010), Dream High (2011), and Vincenzo (2021).

Career

Growing up, Ok Taecyeon didn’t really think of pursuing a career in entertainment.

It was his sister who persuaded him to audition for JYP Entertainment. He eventually agreed and applied to be a model.

However, the judges saw his potential as an Idol and suggested him to try dancing and singing. This young man then managed to pass the audition and became a trainee under JYP.

In 2008, he joined the show Hot Blood Men. The show featured the trainees preparing for a debut.

It also showed some getting eliminated and not making it to the final line up. Fortunately for Taecyeon, he ended up as one of the members in the group One Day.

Then One Day was split into two groups, 2PM and 2AM. The man from Seoul was put into the hip hop group 2 PM.

They made their debut on August 2008 with the single album Hottest Time of the Day.

The group would rise in popularity by the release of their second EP. The album titled 2:00PM Time For Change was released on April 2009. The lead single Again and Again was a hit and managed to top various charts.

Other than group activities, this rapper also has several solo projects. He has released a digital album Blue Bears with Taecyeon in 2012.

He also has a solo Japanese album Taecyeon Special: Winter Hitori, released in 2017.

This Capricorn man has also dwell in acting. His best known films and series are starred in Dream High (2011), Wonderful Days (2014), Let’s Fight, Ghost (2016), House of the Disappeared (2017), and Vincenzo (2021).

Profile

Real Name: Ok Taec Yeon (옥택연)
Stage Name: Taecyeon (택연)
Nickname: –
Birthday: December 27, 1988
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Nationality: Korean
Religion: –
Profession: Actor, Singer
Education: Dankook University, Korea University Graduate School of International Studies
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Facebook: –
Twitter: @taeccool
Instagram: @taecyeonokay
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Height, Weight & Physical Appearance

Height: 186 cm (6’1″)
Weight: 76 kg (167 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
Hair color: Black
Eye color: Brown
Body measurements: 41-32-14 inches
Shoe size: 10.5 (US)
Dress Size: –

Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: –
Sister: Ok Jihyen

Girlfriend & Dating History

Unidentified Woman

In June 2020, Taecyeon confirmed that he is dating a non-celebrity woman.

There have been no reports or further details about their relationship, but presumably, they are still happily together.

Net Worth

Taecyeon has an estimated net worth range of $1 million to $5 million. He mainly earns from his career as an actor as well as brand deal endorsements.

Plastic Surgery

There has been no confirmation that Taecyeon did any surgery.

Facts

Taecyeon was born in Seoul but has lived in Busan.
At ten years old, he moved to Bedford, Massachusetts, US.
He has an older sister.
This Idol can speak Korean, Japanese, and English.
He used to participate in various school activities such as the Chess Club, JV Soccer Team, Jazz Band, and National Honor Society.
He has a back surgery in 2010.
This actor requested for his American permanent residency to be cancelled to be able to enlist in the army.
He has had a bloody letter sent to him from a sasaeng.
He has a relaxed and playful personality.
Taecyeon loves sleeping.
He already has his driving license.
He has large scar on his arm from wrestling accident with Junho.
This Rapper has his own original character Okcat which turned into a business in 2013.
He was in the global edition of We Got Married, where he got paired up with Taiwanese actress Emma Wu.
He has already completed his military duty by May 2019.
This K-pop Star is in a relationship with a non-celebrity since 2020.
His ideal type used to be a cute and short girl. But as he grows older, he doesn’t really have a type anymore.

Movies

Hansan: Rising Dragon (2022), as Im Joon-Young
House of the Disappeared (2017), as Priest Choi
Marriage Blue (2013), as Won-Cheol

Drama Series

Heart Beats (KBS2 | 2023), as Sun Woo-Hyeol
Blind (tvN | 2022), as Ryu Sung-Joon
Secret Royal Inspector & Joy (tvN | 2021), as Ra Yi-Eon
Vincenzo (tvN | 2021), as Jang Joon-Woo
The Game: Towards Zero (MBC | 2020), as Kim Tae-Pyeong
Save Me (OCN / 2017), as Han Sang-Hwan
Bring it on, Ghost (tvN | 2016), as Park Bong-Pal
Assembly (KBS2 | 2015), as Kim Gyu-Hwan
Wonderful Days (KBS2 | 2014), as Kang Dong-Hee (Dong-Suk’s younger brother)
Who Are You (tvN | 2013), as Detective Cha Gun-Woo
99 days with the Superstar (Fuji TV | 2011), as Tae-Sung
Dream High (KBS2 | 2011), as Jin Gook
Cinderella’s Stepsister (KBS2 | 2010), as Han Jeong-Woo

TV Movies

You Are Closer Than I Think (KBS2 | 2017), as a cameo
Home Sweet Home (KBS2 | 2016), as Friend 1 (cameo)

Awards

2017 Korean Film Shining Star Awards – Popularity Award – House of the Disappeared
2011 Bugs Music Awards – OST of the Year with Nichkhun & Park Jin Young – My Valentine

Nominations

2020 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actor in a Wednesday-Thursday Miniseries – The Game: Towards Zero
2016 tvN10 Awards – Best Chemistry (with Ming Ki) – Three Meals a Day
2016 KWEB FEST – Best Actor – Touching You
2014 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Award, Actor – Wonderful Days
2014 APAN Star Awards – Excellence Award, Actor in a Serial Drama – Wonderful Days
2014 Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actor (TV) – Wonderful Days
2014 Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actor (Film) – Marriage Blue
2011 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award (with Bae Suzy) – Dream High
2011 Mnet 20’s Choice Awards – Best Sixpack
2011 Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actor (TV) – Cinderella’s Stepsister
2011 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actor (TV) – Cinderella’s Stepsister
2010 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Award, Actor – Cinderella’s Stepsister
2010 KBS Drama Awards – Best New Actor – Cinderella’s Stepsister

Quotes

“Yes, I love my life.”

“I will do my best so that I won’t feel ashamed of myself in the future.”

“I have learned that Indonesians love ballads and I also like ST12 songs.”

“What’s done is done, and what’s the point of getting so stressed about things that you cannot change?”

“It seems that people view idol stars in a bit different perspective now, and I am going to keep singing and dancing until whenever I can.”

“There are many things that I’ve learned through the characters that I’ve played. But one thing that pops up in my head is ‘always be honest.'”

“As an actor, I need to convince the audience that the character that I’m playing is real, and the situation that this character is in is also real.”