Lee Jung Hyun

Lee Jung Hyun, also known as Ava, is a South Korean actress and singer. She first gained recognition for her acting abilities in the A Petal (1996) movie.

Career

Lee Jung Hyun started her career at the tender age of 16. She made her acting debut in the movie A Petal (1996). Her remarkable performance in the movie earned her prestigious awards.

Since then, she has taken on numerous acting roles across South Korea, Japan, and China. Her versatility extends to both film and television, with appearances in various genres.

In addition to acting, she is also a singer. She is hailed as the Techno Queen for introducing the techno music genre to Korea.

Her singing career has been marked by constant reinvention, adapting her look to suit different songs.

She played a pivotal role in introducing the Korean Wave (Hallyu) to China, creating a sensation in the entertainment industry.

Profile

Real Name: Lee Jung Hyun
Stage Name: Ava, Hyony
Nickname: Jung Hyun
Birthday: February 7, 1980
Birthplace: Gimje, North Jeolla, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: Christian
Profession: Actress, Singer
Education: Chung-ang University
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X: @MermaidJH
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Instagram: @mermaidleejh
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YouTube: Lee Jung Hyun Official

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 158 cm (5’2”)
Weight: 40 kg (88 lbs)
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Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
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Family

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Husband: Park Yoo Jung
Daughter: Park Seo Ah

Husband, Boyfriend, & Dating History

Park Yoo Jung

Lee married Park Yoo Jung, an orthopedic doctor, in a private ceremony in 2019. They have a daughter who was born in 2022.

Net Worth

Lee’s net worth is around $100,000–$1 million. She makes money through her music and acting career.

Plastic Surgery

Lee has not openly admitted to undergoing plastic surgery.

Facts

Lee is hailed as the Techno Queen because she introduced the techno music genre to South Korea.
She is also called the Queen of Transformation due to her ability to adapt her looks for different songs.
Her ideal type is…

Movies

Decision to Leave (2022), as Jung An
Limit (2022), as So Eun
Peninsula (2020), as Min Jeong
Shall We Do It Again (2019), as Park Seon Young
The Night of the Undead (2019), as So Hee
The Battleship Island (2017), as Oh Mal Nyeon
The Running Actress (2017), as self
Split (2016), as Jo Hee Jin
Alice in Earnestland (2015), as Jung Soo Nam
The Admiral: Roaring Currents (2014), as Mrs Jung
Juvenile Offender (2012), as Jang Hyo Seung
Night Fishing (2011), as Female shaman
Harpy (2000), as Song Soo Yeon
Scent of Love (1999), as Im Sun Hee
Maria and the Inn (1997), as 18-year-old Maria
A Petal (1996), as girl

Drama Series

Parasyte: The Grey (Netflix | 2024), as Choi Jun Kyung
The Family is Coming (SBS | 2015), as Na Joon Hee
Confucius (CTS | 2010), as Nanzi
The Great King, Sejong (KBS | 2008), as Yi Seon
Rondo (TBS | 2006), as Choi Yoon Hee
Beautiful Heart (2003), as Cheng Hui
Beautiful Days (SBS | 2001), as Kim Se Na
Legendary Ambition (KBS2 | 1998), as Lee Jung Hee
One Day Suddenly (SBS | 1998), as Eun Mi
Open Your Heart (MBC | 1996), as Yoo Seo Young
Seven Spoons (MBC | 1996), as Jo Jung Hye

TV Shows

Stars’ Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant (KBS2 | 2019-2020), as self

Albums

Avaholic (2009)
Fantastic Girl (2006)
Passion (2004)
I ♡ Natural (2002)
Magic To Go To My Star (2001)
Peace (2000)
Let’s Go To My Star (1999)

Awards

2017 1^st The Seoul Awards – Best Supporting Actress – The Battleship Island
2016 3^rd Wildflower Film Awards – Best Actress – Alice in Earnestland
2015 36^th Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actress – Alice in Earnestland
2015 Korea Culture and Tourism Industry Awards – Hallyu Star Award
2013 Mnet Asian Music Awards – Red Carpet Special Prize
2012 6^th Huading Awards – Best International Artist
2006 China Fashion Awards – Korean Artist of the Year
2005 13^th Korean Culture and Entertainment Awards – Hallyu All Star Award
2003 KBS Song Festival – Artist of the Year (Main Prize)
2002 17^th Golden Disk Awards – Popularity Award
2001 10^th Seoul Music Awards – Bonsang (Main Prize)
1997 Cine 21 Awards – Best New Actress – A Petal
1996 16^th Korean Association of Film Critics Awards – Best New Actress – A Petal
1996 34^th Grand Bell Awards – Best New Actress – A Petal
1996 17^th Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actress – A Petal

Nominations

2022 43^rd Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actress – Decision to Leave
2018 20^th Asian Film Critics Association Awards – Best Supporting Actress
2017 38^th Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actress – The Battleship Island
2016 52^nd Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress – Alice in Earnestland
2015 23^rd SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actress in s Drama Special – The Family is Coming
2014 23^rd Buil Film Awards – Best Supporting Actress – The Admiral: Roaring Currents
2000 KMTV Music Awards – Music Video of the Year – Peace

Quotes

“Love isn’t something natural. Rather, it requires discipline, concentration, patience, faith, and the overcoming of narcissism. It isn’t a feeling; it is a practice.”

“I wonder how long it’s been without filming…”