Ham Eun Jung

Ham Eun Jung, who is also known simply by her stage names Eunjung and Elsie, is a South Korean actress and singer.

She gained fame as a member of girl group T-ara, as well as through her acting career where she appeared in drama series such as Coffee House (2010) and Dream High (2011).

Career

In 1995, Ham Eun Jung won Little Miss Korea at only 7-years-old. Her name began to rise and appeared in KBS’ drama, A New Generation of Adults.

In 2004, this Sagittarius performer acted in Little Women as the supporting character. In the same year, she also appeared in Age of Heroes and Land.

Five years later, Eun Jung debuted as a T-ara member in July and became that group’s leader until September 2010.

Her first role in the drama series was Dream High (2011). Because of this drama, Eun Jung rose her own popularity and got the nomination of Most Popular Actress in the 2011 Baeksang Arts Awards.

She then continued his acting career by appearing in Love on a Rooftop (2015), Lovely Horribly (2018), Be My Dream Family (2021), and Love Twist (2021).

Profile

Real Name: Ham Eun Jung (함은정)
Stage Name: Ham Eun Jung (함은정) / Hahm Eun Jung
Nickname: Eunjung, Elsie, Goongju
Birthday: December 12, 1988
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Nationality: South Korean
Position: Main Vocalist, Lead Rapper (T-ara)
Religion: –
Profession: Actress, Singer
Education: Dongguk Women’s University
Hobbies: Watching movies, Arranging flowers, Reading fashion magazines
Facebook: –
X: @taraeunjung1212
Threads: –
Instagram: @eunjung.hahm
YouTube: 함은정 [Eunjung Official]
TikTok: @eunjung1212

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearances

Height: 168 cm (5’6″)
Weight: 48 kg (101 lbs)
Blood Type: O
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: –
Shoe Size: 8 (US)
Dress Size: –

Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: –
Sister: –

Boyfriend & Dating History

She has never dated anyone publicly nor rumored to date anyone. She most likely prefers to keep her persoal and dating life out of the spotlight.

Net Worth

Even though she has never revealed the actual amount of her net worth, multiple sources estimated the number to be around $1 million to $5 million.

She appears to earn most of her income through working as an idol-singer under T-ara and an actress in South Korea, which led to her to endorsing various brands in the country.

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether she has undergone any cosmetic surgery to change her visual appearance.

Facts

Eun Jung is the only child in her family.
She was very loved in her childhood because she was born after her own parents married for approximately 10 years.
Her father owns a sashimi restaurant in Busan.
She lived with Soyeon in T-ara’s dorm, but if they go overseas, her roommate will be Jiyeon.
Eun Jung once won Little Miss Korea in 1997, when she was just a 7-years-old girl.
When Eun Jung was still a kid, she had joined a ballet class.
She is very good at Taekwondo and already has a black belt.
ENFP is Eun Jung’s MBTI type.
Her birthday is as same as other T-ara member, Qri.
She has a weird fashion sense.
Eun Jung has a petite and small face but has muscular legs.
She loves Rilakkuma Bears so much.
Her Maltese name is Monggeul, a name given by her own fan.
Her short hair is more iconic than her long hair.
Eun Jung loves buying the same products more than one.
She likes doing stretching before taking a bath.
She has a specialty, talking while brushing her teeth.
She once almost drowned in a bathtub because fell asleep while taking a bath.
Eun Jung always takes supplements and vitamins.
Pink is her most favorite color.
Eun Jung has a good friendship with Jiwon and Gyuri from KARA.
She also is a best friend for UEE from After School and Hyosung from Secret.
She once became a virtual wife for Lee Jang Woo in 2011 We Got Married.
Eun Jung once became a host with Amber from F(X) at Show Champion in 2013.
She once joined King of Masked Singer in 2018 as ‘Strawberry Girl’.
Eun Jung once did a theatrical role in Les Misérables in 2020.
She also once modeled for some MVs, such as Gasiri from SG Wannabe, Thunder from FT Island, Only One Person from FT Island, A Man’s First Love Follow Him to The Grave from FT Island, and Let the Time Stop from Davichi.
Her ideal type is someone who is very good at rapping, has small eyes, and also charismatic, like T.O.P from Big Bang.

Movies

Missing 2 (2017), as Sun Young
Ghastly (2011), as cameo
White (2011), as Eun Joo
Death Bell (2008), as Kim Ji Won
The World of Silence (2006), as Min Hee
Ice Bar (2006), as Mi Sook
The Beast and the Beauty (2005), as Hae Mi

Drama Series

Tarot (U+mobiletv | 2024), as TBA
Su Ji and U Ri (KBS1 | 2024), as Jin Su Ji
Bloody Heart (KBS2 | 2022), as Queen Yoon (ep.1)
Love Twist (KBS2 / 2021-2022), Oh So Ri
Be My Dream Family (KBS1 | 2021), as Han Da Bal
Lovely Horribly (KBS2 | 2018), as Shin Yoon A
All Kinds of Daughters-in-Law (MBC | 2017), as Hwang Eun Byul
Love on a Rooftop (KBS2 | 2015), as Min Chae Won
Endless Love (SBS | 2014), as Tae Cho Ae (ep.20-40)
Insu, The Queen Mother (JTBC | 2011-2012), as Han Jung / Queen Insu (young)
The King of Legend (KBS | 2010), as Jin Ah I
Dream High (SBS | 2011), as Yoon Becky
Coffee House (SBS | 2010), as Kang Seung Yeon
My Love (SBS | 2006-2007), as Jang Mi-ran (young)
Cute or Crazy (SBS | 2005), as Eun Jung
The Land (SBS | 2005), as Bong Soon (young)
The Age of Heroes (MBC | 2004-2005), as Layla
A New Generation of Adults (KBS1, KBS2 | 1995), as Jessica

Music Video Appearances

My Destiny (2015) – ISU
Missing You (Chinese Ver.) (2015) – Koh Na Young
Missing You (2015) – Koh Na Young
I Know (2012) – Yangpa, Soyeon, Park Boram
The Way I Am (2011) – Xia
Bbiribbom Bberibbom (2010) – Coed School
I Want to Know Goodbye (2010) – Hwang Ji Hyun
Page One (2010) – SG Wannabe, Ok Joo Hyun
Time, Please Stop (2010) – Davichi
Only One (2007) – F.T. Island
Love Sick (2007) – F.T. Island
Prick (2007) – SG Wannabe , KCM
Hatred (2007) – Seeya

Awards

2022 World Creators Awards – Korea-China Culture Exchange Award (Grand Prize) – Hahm Eun-jung channel (Bilibili)
2021 KBS Drama Awards – Best Supporting Actress – Be My Dream Family
2017 China Film Art Festival Awards – Popularity Award for Commercial Films
2016 Instyle Korea Awards – Star Beauty Award
2016 V Chart Awards – Favorite Female Artist (Korea) – I’m Good
2014 Instyle Korea Awards – Star Beauty Award
2011 MBC Entertainment Awards – Best Newcomer (Variety) – We Got Married
2010 Gaon Chart Music Awards – Best Selling Ringtone – Wonder Woman
2004 SBS Drama Awards – New Star Award – Coffee House
2004 SBS Drama Awards – Child Actor Award – Toji, The Land
1995 Little Miss Korea Contest – Little Miss Korea

Nominations

2022 KBS Drama Awards – Popularity Award – Love Twist
2022 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor in a Daily Drama – Love Twist
2017 MBC Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actress / Soap Opera) – Sisters-in-Law
2016 V Chart Awards – Favourite Artist of the Year – I’m Good
2011 Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actress (TV) – Dream High
2011 MBC Entertainment Awards – Best Couple – We Got Married
2010 Yahoo Asia Buzz Awards – Asia’s Buzz Artist (Female)

Quotes

“Looking back on my career as a member of T-ara, I put all my energy into it every moment. There are still many people who are familiar with T-ara’s Eun Jung. So it will be perfect if they think I’m a person who never changes and works hard.”

“In my 20s, when I talked about my love life, there was a heated debate among my friends. But it’s different now. We can listen to concerns as much as needed, but we can’t give advice right away. I realize that problems in relationships need to be solved by the couple themselves.”

“Naturally, my ideal type changed as well. Now, I like relationships where we both can naturally permeate into each other’s lives. Intense love where we throw everything on the line is a little tiring now.”

“I don’t want to stay single for a long time, but I think this is the time to work. There are so many fun things besides dating.”

“I couldn’t control my personal feelings well in the past, but I can control my emotions now. I feel more responsible for my actions.”

“My driving force is my fans. I get very excited quickly when I think of them. I feel like I’m loved, and I become really happy. They’re the ones who support me. I’m grateful to them for everything, but I’m mostly thankful of the fact that they’re always there for me.”

“I think relationships with fans is like being in a romantic relationship. So sometimes, everything is smooth and happy, but other times, we may have a falling-out. Nevertheless, I’m surprised and grateful that the form of love is always maintained. While working, I sometimes struggle with the idea that I’m alone, so I hope the fans know that I can endure everything because of them.”

FAQs

Who is Ham Eun Jung?

She is a South Korean actress and singer.

Who is Ham Eun Jung’s real name?

Her real name is Ham Eun Jung (함은정).

What makes Ham Eun Jung famous?

She gained fame as a member of girl group T-ara, as well as through her acting career where she appeared in drama series such as Coffee House (2010) and Dream High (2011).