Chae Jong Hyeop

Chae Jong Hyeop is a South Korean actor and model. He is best recognized for his roles in a number of Korean drama series such as Hot Stove League (2019), Nevertheless (2021), Unlock My Boss (2022) and Castaway Diva (2023).

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When he was in high school, Chae Jong Hyeop started taking acting. Following his graduation, he enrolled in the Department of Fashion Model at Seoul Arts College.

And so, before being known as an actor, he was known as a fashion model who debuted in 2014. He was handpicked by Korean designer Kim Seo Ryeong to walk the runway.

It was in 2016 when he really started becoming an actor under YNK Entertainment. His most memorable acting debut was when he starred in Webtoon Hero: Tundra Show Season 2.

He was involved in plenty of projects after that such as the drama series Between Friends (2017) and No Bad Days (2017).

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Real Name: Chae Jeong Hyeop (채종협)
Stage Names: Chae Jeong Hyeop (채종협), Jimmy Chae
Nickname: Jeong Hyeop, Jimmy
Birthday: May 19, 1993
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: –
Professions: Actor, Model
Education: Seoul Arts College (Fashion Model Department)
Hobbies: Photography, listening to music, and working out
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Instagram: @chaejh_
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 186 cm (6’1”)
Weight: 75 kg (165 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Body Measurements: –
Shoe Size: 11 (US)

Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: –
Sister: Chae Song Hwa

Girlfriend & Dating History

He has never been involved in any publicly disclosed romance nor rumored to date anyone. He most likely wants to keep his personal and dating life private.

Net Worth

According to multiple sources, he is estimated to have accumulated $8 million to $10 million of net worth. He appears to earn his income mainly from acting in various drama series.

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether he has undergone any cosmetic surgery.

Facts

When he was in middle school, he lived in Thailand for a year. Then, he moved and lived in South Africa for four to five years.
Jimmy Chae is his English name. He used to use his English name when he lived abroad.
His most beloved possession is a ring given by his mother. His mother gave it to him as a keepsake before he left South Korea to study abroad.
He has always wanted to be on the screen since he was young.
Jong Hyeop thinks he has a sunny disposition because his perspectives are mostly positive.
Jong Hyeop’s favorite season is winter and his least favorite season is summer.
His favorite foods are tuna kimbap and sweet potato pizza.
If not working, Jeong Hyeop usually spends most of his days working out at the gym.
He is great at swimming.
Jong Hyeop wants to play a role of a mischievous person if given the opportunity.
He would rather take a call than reply to a message.
Jong Hyeop wants to act in historical dramas and romantic comedies.
He wants to play a mischievous character.
He started her modeling career in South Africa.
He often runs around the Han River.
His ideal type is someone who is right for him, communicates well, kind, and has reserved personality.

Drama Series

Eye Love You (TBS | 2024) – Yoon Te-O
Is It a Coincidence? (TBA | 2023) – Kang Hu-Young
Castaway Diva (tvN | 2023) – Kang Bo-Geol
See You in My 19th Life (tvN | 2023) – Bok-Dong
Unlock the Boss (ENA | 2022), as Park In Seong
Shooting Stars (tvN | 2022), as a cameo
Love All Play (KBS | 2022), as Park Tae Joon
The Witch’s Diner (KBS | 2021), as Lee Gil Yong
Nevertheless (JTBC | 2021), as Yang Do Hyuk
Sisyphus: The Myth (JTBC | 2021), as Choi Jae Sun
Hot Stove League (SBS | 2019), as Yoo Min Ho
Rumor (Olleh TV | 2019), as Park Seon Jae
Come and Hug Me (MBC | 2018), as Jung Eui Ah
No Bad Days ( 2017), as Choi Joon Ho
Between Friends (2017), as Moon Do Hyuk
Webtoon Hero – Tundra Show Season 2 (MBC Every 1 | 2016), as King Se Jong

TV Shows

Sixth Sense 2 (tvN | 2021), as a guest
Amazing Saturday (tvN | 2018), as a guest
Running Man (SBS | 2010), as a guest

Awards

2022 KBS Drama Awards – Best New Actor – Love All Play
2022 Korea First Brand Award – Best New Actor

Nominations

2022 KBS Drama Awards – Popularity Award, Actor – Love All Play

FAQs

Who is Chae Jong Hyeop?

He is a a South Korean actor and model.

Who is Chae Jong Hyeop’s real name?

His real name is Chae Jeong Hyeop (채종협).

What makes Chae Jong Hyeop famous?

He became famous because of his roles in a number of Korean drama series such as Hot Stove League (2019), Nevertheless (2021), Unlock My Boss (2022) and Castaway Diva (2023).

Where is Chae Jong Hyeop from?

He was born in Seoul, South Korea.

How old is Chae Jong Hyeop?

He was born in 1993, and he is 31 years old as of 2024.

When does Chae Jong Hyeop celebrate his birthday?

He celebrates on the 19th of every May.

How tall is Chae Jong Hyeop?

His height is 6’1″ or 186 cm.

Who are Chae Jong Hyeop’s parents?

He did not reveal the names of his father and mother

Is Chae Jong Hyeop married?

He is not married. Furthermore, there is no information on whether he is in a relationship or not.

Who is Chae Jong Hyeop’s ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriend is not known.

How rich is Chae Jong Hyeop?

His net worth is around $8 million to $10 million.

What is Chae Jong Hyeop’s nationality?

His nationality is South Korean.

Choi Jong Hyeop is easily one of the newest K-Drama crushes today. Let’s hope that he will have a lot more projects in the future so he can grace us with his presence more often.