Jung Ryeo Won

Jung Ryeo Won is a South Korean actress and singer.

She started her career by debuting in Chakra, before shifting into a solo acting career and appearing in various drama series such as My Name Is Kim Sam-soon (2005) and Wok of Love (2018).

Career

After going through eleven failed auditions in 2004, Jung Ryeo Won almost gave up on pursuing a career as an actress in the South Korean entertainment industry.

That said, a year later, she got a lot of recognition in the clique vampire sitcom titled Hello Francesca. Then, she made her leap forward in the drama series My Name Is Kim Sam Soon in 2015.

The series was a huge success with evaluations of more than 37% and 50.5% for the finale. She was lauded for her perfect portrayal of a delicate yet laid-back character.

As for her career on the big screen, she was cast in her first movie leading role as a young lady with numerous behavioral conditions in the 2007 movie Two Faces of My Girlfriend.

Even though the movie was not considered a hit in South Korea, she still won the Best New Actress award at the Blue Dragon Film Awards for her spectacular performance.

In 2012, her contract with her previous agency ended and she decided to join KeyEast Entertainment to further support her activities as an actress.

Profile

Real Name: Jung Ryeo Won (정려원)
Stage Name: Jung Ryeo Won (정려원)
Also Known as: Jeong Ryeo Won
Nickname: Ryeo Won (려원)
Birthday: January 21, 1981
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Nationality: Australian-South Korean
Religion: Christianity
Profession: Actress
Education: Griffith University Korea University (Majoring in Journalism)
Hobbies: Painting, drawing
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 166 cm (5’5″)
Weight: 45 Kg (99 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: 32-24-34 (Bust -32, Waist -24, and Hips -34 inches)
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Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: 1
Sister: 1

Boyfriend & Dating History

Nam Tae Hyun

In June 2017, Jung Ryeo Won was rumored to date Nam Tae Hyun, a former member of Winner and the vocalist of band The South Club.

The rumors spread because he allegedly visited her in the filming site of her upcoming movie Gate, and according to the claims by witnesses, they appeared like a couple.

However, a month later, Nam Tae Hyun clarified the speculations during his appearance on a television show, claiming that she’s only a close older sister to him and they got close because they share a common interest in art.

Net Worth

Multiple sources estimated her net worth to be around $1 million to $5 million. She earns most of her income through acting.

Controversies

Accused of Being Involved in a Fraud Scheme alongside Her Friend and Labelmate Son Dam Bi

In August 2021, Jung Ryeo Won’s name was mentioned in a fraudulent fishery business case along with actress Son Dam Bi, her close friend who belongs to the same agency.

According to the Mr. Kim or the “Fake Fisherman”, he gained the favor of two actresses by gifting them luxury items and vehicles.

Their agency refuted all the claims and denied their actresses involvement in such case. As cited from their official statement, the two actresses only knew Mr. Kim as a fan of their works.

Plastic Surgery

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

Facts

Ryeo Won is a former member of the girl group Chakra, which debuted in 2000.
She was a student in an exchange program at Griffith University, Australia.
Ryeo Won is an actress under KeyEast entertainment, which is a subsidiary of SM
Entertainment.
She admitted to having gone through eleven failed auditions during her earlier days as an actress.
Ryeo Won almost gave up on being an actress due to her constant failure.
She has a sweet tooth.
Her favorite color is red.
Ryeo Won has a knack for writing.
She likes to add syrup to her coffee.
Ryeo Won is a huge fashionista.
She is close friends with Lee Dong Hae and Choi Si Won from the boy group Super Junior.
Ryeo Won was once caught up in a dating rumor with Korean-American actor Daniel Henney.
She is a member of the Bible Study Group.
Her ideal type is the actor Ethan Hawke.

Movies

Woman in a White Car (2022), as Do Gyoung
Gate (2018), as So Eun
Never Ending Story (2012), as Oh Song Kyung
Pained (2011), as Dong Hyun
In Love and War (2011), as Park Sul Hee
Castaway on the Moon (2009), as Kim Jung Yeon
Melos (2008)
Two Faces of My Girlfriend (2007), as Ha Ni
My Boyfriend Is Type-B (2005), as Bo Young
Father of the Sea (MBC | 2004), as Joo Hong
Emergency Act 19 (2002), as self

Drama Series

The Married Couple Is Jobless (TBA), as Yoon Hye Ja
May It Please The Court (Disney+ | 2022), as Noh Chak Hee
Diary of a Prosecutor (JTBC | 2019) – Cha Myung Joo
Wok of Love (SBS | 2018), as Dan Sae Woo
Witch at Court (KBS2 | 2017), as Ma Yi Deum
Bubble Gum (tvN | 2015) – Kim Haeng A
Medical Top Team (MBC | 2013), as Seo Joo Young
The King of Dramas (SBS | 2012) – Lee Go Eun
History of a Salaryman (SBS | 2012), as Baek Yeo Chi
Princess Ja Myung (SBS | 2009) – Ja Myung
Which Star Are You From? (MBC | 2006), as Kim Bok Shil
My Name Is Kim Sam Soon (2005), as Yoo Hee Jin
Autumn Shower (MBC | 2005), as Park Yeon Seo
Banjun Drama “Get That Girl” (MBC | 2005), as…
Banjun Drama “To Go Bungee Jump” (MBC | 2005), as…
MBC Best Theater “Magic Power of Alcohol” (MBC | 2005), as…
Hello Francesca (MBC | 2005), as Elizabeth
Love Story in Harvard (SBS | 2004), as…
Banjun Drama “Exclusive Love” (MBC | 2004), as…
Argon (MBC | 2003), as Kwon Soo Hyun
Drama City “수영장에서 만난 그녀” (MBC | 2003), as Hee Jin
Do the Right Thing (SBS | 2002), as self
Saxophone and Chapssaltteok (KBS2 | 2002), as Park Ja Nam

TV Shows

Let’s Eat Dinner Together (JTBC | 2016), as a guest
My Little Old Boy (SBS | 2016), as a guest
How’s It Living Alone (On Style | 2015), as the main host
I Live Alone (MBC | 2013), as a guest
Healing Camp (SBS | 2011), as a guest
Happy Together: Season 3 (KBS2 | 2007), as a guest
X-Man (SBS | 2003), as a guest
Mystic TV: Surprise (MBC | 2002), as the main host

Music Video Appearances

Oh Tomorrow (2021) – Dear Jazz Orchestra X Sunwoo Jung A
Lost in Perspective (2015) – Nell (Band)
Can’t Be Crazy (2011) – Alex Chu
As a Man (2010) – Gummy
One (2008) – Epik High

Awards

2022 26th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival – Korean Fantastic (Features Fantastic Actor) – The Woman in a White Car
2017 KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress) – Witch at Court
2017 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Witch at Court
2013 – 2nd KOPA & NIKON Press Photo Awards – Most Photogenic Actress – Jung Ryeo Won
2012 SBS Drama Awards – Top 10 Stars – History of a Salaryman, The King of Dramas
2012 SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Miniseries) – History of a Salaryman, The King of Dramas
2008 4th Premiere Rising Star Asian Awards – Best New Actress – Two Faces of My Girlfriend
2008 1st Style Icon Awards – Fashionista Award – Jung Ryeo Won
2007 28th Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actress – Two Faces of My Girlfriend
2006 MBC Drama Awards – PD Award – Which Star Are You From?
2005 MBC Entertainment Awards – Excellence Award (Actress in a Variety Show) – Section TV
2005 MBC Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actress) – My Name Is Kim Sam Soon

Nominations

2018 6th APAN Star Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Miniseries) – Witch at Court
2018 SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Monday – Tuesday Drama) – Wok of Love
2017 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actress in a Miniseries) – Witch at Court
2013 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Miniseries) – Medical Top Team
2012 48th Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Film) – Pained
2012 5th Korea Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress) – History of a Salaryman
2009 18th Buil Film Awards – Best New Actress – Castaway on the Moon
2009 SBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actress in a Serial Drama) – Princess Ja Myung
2008 44th Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actress (Film) – Two Faces of My Girlfriend

Quotes

“I love my job. I think acting will be my first priority until the day I die.”

“As I get older I may not be as busy or as active as I used to be, and I find acting more precious because of that and I’m more thankful because of that.”

“My Name is Kim Sam-soon was my first mini-series and I didn’t have that headspace, and I was so scared. I didn’t want to make mistakes or burden my fellow actors, so thinking back, I had a great time, but I was also just constantly nervous.”

“My ultimate goal is to gain trust from the audience by giving them stories that are enjoyable, I want people to watch my dramas because they’ve seen and loved my previous work. And then, at the end of the day, I want to highlight these unheard, untold stories that I think should be told. I’ll never stop looking for those stories. But for now, I’m gaining the audience’s trust.”

“I like to play characters who are totally the opposite of me, because back then I didn’t really like who I was, so I didn’t want to show the real me. I always wanted to show someone totally different, someone elegant, straightforward and assertive, you know, like a powerful career woman.”

“When I was growing up, I wasn’t ever quite sure why we moved to Australia. It was hard for me to understand my parents’ motivations and I had to face a lot of racism directed at me.”

“A life with limitations gave birth to a free-roaming imagination, capable of going above and beyond. In retrospect, my life had been leading me down a path, designed to help me become the actor I am today.”

FAQs

Who is Jung Ryeo Won?

She is a South Korean actress and singer.

Who is Jung Ryeo Won’s real name?

Her real name is Jung Ryeo Won (정려원).

What makes Jung Ryeo Won famous?

She gained fame by debuting in Chakra, before shifting into a solo acting career and appearing in various drama series such as My Name Is Kim Sam-soon (2005) and Wok of Love (2018).

Where is Jung Ryeo Won from?

She was born in Seoul, South Korea.

How old is Jung Ryeo Won?

She was born in 1981, and she is 41 years old as of 2024.

When does Jung Ryeo Won celebrate her birthday?

She celebrates on the 21st of every January.

How tall is Jung Ryeo Won?

Her height is 5’6″ or 168 cm.

Who are Jung Ryeo Won’s parents?

She did not reveal the names of her father and mother.

Is Jung Ryeo Won married?

She is not married. Furthermore, there is no information on whether she is in a relationship or not.

Who is Jung Ryeo Won’s ex-boyfriend?

Her ex-boyfriend is not known. However, she used to be rumored to date Nam Tae Hyun.

How rich is Jung Ryeo Won?

Her net worth is around $1 million to $5 million.

What is Jung Ryeo Won’s nationality?

Her nationality is South Korean.

Jung Ryeo Won had been in the lowest of her career, but with her spirit and sheer determination, she managed to get back up and strive again. She is inspiring in that way.