Kim Yun Jin

Kim Yun Jin is a South Korean-American actress. She’s best recognized for her roles in various movies such as Shiri (1999), Ardor (2002), and Ode to My Father (2014).

Career

Kim Yun Jin started her acting career in the short Korean movie Splendid Holiday (1996), which was shot in New York, and the Korean drama series Foreboding.

From that point forward, she tried venturing out into the entertainment world in South Korea, and soon enough, her career as an actress took off.

After showing up in the drama series Wedding Dress Drama (1997), she made her first breakthrough in the movie Shiri (1999).

Her performance was praised and she won the Excellent Bell Award and the Korean Association of Film Critics Award’ for it.

She began taking leading roles with the movie Yesterday in 2002, which was closely followed by another feature in the movie Ardor.

One day, the people behind the American TV series Lost: Via Domus were searching for a South Korean female actress to feature in the series, and Yun Jin got the job.

It ended up being a life-changing decision for her as the TV series became a significant worldwide hit. The massive progress of the series gave her the opportunity to turn into a worldwide actress.

Profile

Real Name: Kim Yun Jin (김윤진)
Stage Name: Kim Yun Jin (김윤진)
Also Known as: Kim Yun Jin / Kim Yunjin / Kim Yoon Jin
Nickname: Yun Jin (윤진)
Birthday: November 7, 1973
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Nationality: South Korean-American
Religion: Christian
Profession: Actress
Education: Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and Performing Arts, British American Drama Academy, College of Fine Arts, Boston University
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 170 cm (5’6”)
Weight: 55 kg (121 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: 33-24-33 (Bust -33, Waist -24, and Hips -33 inches)
Shoe Size: 8.5 (US)
Dress Size: 4 (US)

Family

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Husband, Boyfriend, & Dating History

Park Jeong Hyeok

Kim Yun Jin married to Park Jeong Hyeok, her former manager, in March 2010.

The couple held their wedding reception Oahu island after she shooted the last scene for Lost.

Net Worth

Multiple sources estimated her net worth to be around $1 million to $5 million. She appears to earn most of her income through working as an actress.

Plastic Surgery

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

Facts

Yun Jin was born in Korea and moved to the U.S. at the age of ten years old. She then experienced childhood on New York City’s Staten Island.
She cannot wear pierced hoops since she was born with a parted in her left ear cartilage.
Yun Jin worked as a Korean Goodwill Ambassador for soccer’s 2002 World Cup.
She is familiar with Korean and English.
Yun Jin initially tried out for the role of Kate in the movie Lost: Via Domus (2007). The role of Sun Hwa Kwon was made after she met with the movie’s makers.
She is gifted in various kinds of dance (artful dance, jazz, and Afro-Caribbean) and martial arts (quarterstaff, large blade, and Tae Kwon Do).
Yun Jin said living in Hawaii during the filming of the movie Lost: Via Domus (2007) was magical, however, she once called a safety officer to assist her with getting a flying cockroach out of her condominium.
In 2010, she wedded her former manager, Park Jeong Hyeok, in Hawaii not long after recording a portion of her last scenes for the movie Lost: Via Domus (2007).
She admits that she has no sense of direction.
Yun Jin likes watching K-Drama.
Her ideal type is Onew from the boy group SHINee.

Movies

Dog Days (2022), as Jeong Ah
Confession (2022), as Yang Shin Ae
Pawn (2020), as Kang Myung Ja
House of the Disappeared (2017), as Mi Hee
Ode To My Father (2014), as Oh Young Ja
Sleeping Dogs (2012), as Tiffany Kim
The Neighbor (2012), as Song Kyung Hee
Heartbeat (2011), as Chae Yeon Hui
Harmony (2010), as Hong Jung Hye
Seven Days (2008), as Yoo Ji Yun
Lost: Via Domus (2007), as Sun Hwa Kwon
Garden Balsam (2007), as the main character
Mother (2007), as a supporting character
Diary of June (2005), as Seo Yun Hee
Ardor (2002), as Mi Heun
Yesterday (2002), as Kim Hi Su
Iron Palm (2002), as Ji Ni
Rush! (2001), as Seo Young
The Legend of Gingko (2000), as Yun
Shiri (1999), as Lee Myung Hyun
Splendid Holiday (화려한 휴가) (1996), as a supporting character

Drama Series

Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area (Netflix | 2022), as Sun Woo Jin
Ms. Ma, Nemesis (SBS | 2018), as Ma Ji Won
Mistresses (ABC | 2013), as Karen Kim
Lost (ABC | 2004), as Sun Hwa Kwon
Love in 3 Colors (유정) (KBS | 1999), as Jang Hee Ju
Wedding Dress Drama (웨딩 드레스) (KBS2 | 1997), as Gina
Foreboding (예감) (MBC | 1997), as Jang Se Young

TV Shows

Movie Room Season 2 (JTBC | 2019), as a guest
Let’s Eat Dinner Together (JTBC | 2016), as a guest
Knee-Drop Guru (MBC | 2007), as a guest

Awards

2017 Korean Film Shining Star Awards – Star Award – House of the Disappeared
2015 8th Seoul Senior Citizen Movie Awards – Movie in Couple Award – Ode to My Father
2008 5th Max Movie Awards – Best Actress – Seven Days
2008 45th Grand Bell Awards – Best Actress – Seven Days
2007 28th Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Dresser Award
2006 12th Screen Actors Guild Awards – Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series – Lost
2006 Asian Excellence Awards – Outstanding Television Actress – Lost
2002 7th Women Viewers Film Awards – Best Actress – Milae
2002 5th Director’s Cut Awards – Best Actress – Milae
2002 23rd Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actress – Milae
1999 22nd Golden Cinematography Awards – Best New Actress – Shiri
1999 19th Korean Association of Film Critics Awards – Best New Actress – Shiri
1999 36th Grand Bell Awards – Best New Actress – Shiri

Nominations

2018 SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Daily and Weekend Drama) – Ms. Ma, Nemesis
2017 1st The Seoul Awards – Best Actress – House of the Disappeared
2015 52nd Grand Bell Awards – Best Actress – Ode to My Father
2010 31st Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actress – Harmony
2010 47th Grand Bell Awards – Best Actress – Harmony
2009 35th Saturn Awards – Best Supporting Actress – Lost
2008 7th Korean Film Awards – Best Actress – Seven Days
2008 29th Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actress – Seven Days
2008 44th Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Film) – Seven Days
2008 2nd Asian Film Awards – Best Actress – Seven Days
2003 39th Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Film) – Milae
2003 2nd Korean Film Awards – Best Actress – Milae
2003 40th Grand Bell Awards – Best Actress – Milae
2000 21st Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actress – The Legend of Gingko
1999 20th Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actress – Shiri
1999 35th Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actress (Film) – Shiri

Quotes

“There are more roles that portray females as strong, warrior-like figures in the US. There is a larger scope (for acting).”

“We need to let people feel like (working on a film crew) is a lifelong job. I think that will lead to the development of Korean cinema as well.”

“I still have a lot of hunger for acting and good roles.”

“Nowadays, Korean content, directors and actors are all drawing a lot of attention worldwide so we can film everything in Korean (and it’s accepted). And Korean productions are streamed on a global scale. So, this is an amazing feeling, to be part of this journey. I hope this exposure continues so that more Korean actors and creators can be introduced to the world stage.”

FAQs

Who is Kim Yun Jin?

She is a South Korean-American actress.

Who is Kim Yun Jin’s real name?

Her real name is Kim Yun Jin (김윤진).

What makes Kim Yun Jin famous?

She’s famous because of her roles in various movies such as Shiri (1999), Ardor (2002), and Ode to My Father (2014).

Where is Kim Yun Jin from?

She was born in Seoul, South Korea.

How old is Kim Yun Jin?

She was born in 1973, and she is 51 years old as of 2024.

When does Kim Yun Jin celebrate her birthday?

She celebrates on the 7th of every November.

How tall is Kim Yun Jin?

Her height is 5’6″ or 170 cm.

Who are Kim Yun Jin’s parents?

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

Is Kim Yun Jin married?

Yes, she is married to Park Jeong Hyeok. They tied the knot in 2010.

Who is Kim Yun Jin’s ex-boyfriend?

Her ex-boyfriend is not known.

How rich is Kim Yun Jin?

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

What is Kim Yun Jin’s nationality?

Her nationality is South Korean-American.

Kim Yun Jin is a notable actress not only in South Korea but also in America. Though, she generally favored her South Korean roles more than the American ones.