Gong Yoo Biography: Age, Net Worth, Movies, TV Shows, Height, Parents, Sister, Instagram, Awards

Gong Yoo is a South Korean actor renowned for his epic performances across television and film.

He first gained widespread recognition for his role as Choi Han-kyul in the 2007 television series Coffee Prince, which significantly boosted his profile in the entertainment industry.

His portrayal of Seok-woo in the 2016 film Train to Busan further solidified his status as an A-list actor.

Profile

• Full name: Gong Ji-cheol
• Date of birth: July 10, 1979
• Age: 46 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Busan, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Profession: Actor
• Height: 184 cm (6 feet 0.5 inches)
• Parents: Father’s surname is Gong; mother’s surname is Yoo
• Siblings: One older sister
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: Catholic
• Ethnicity: Asian
• Net worth: $7 million

Early Life and Education

Gong Yoo, now 46 years old, was born on July 10, 1979, in Busan, South Korea. He grew up in Busan alongside his older sister.

Gong Yoo attended Kyung Hee University, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Theater. His academic background in theater provided a solid foundation for his future endeavors in acting.

Personal Life

Gong Yoo still remains single and has not publicly disclosed any information about his romantic relationships. He maintains a private personal life, focusing primarily on his acting career. Details about his past relationships, if any, have not been made public.

Career

Gong Yoo began his career in the entertainment industry as a video jockey on Mnet in 2000. He made his acting debut in 2001 with the television series School 4. Over the next few years, he took on various supporting roles in television dramas and films.

His breakthrough came in 2007 with the romantic comedy series Coffee Prince, where he played the lead role of Choi Han-kyul. The show’s success catapulted him to fame and established him as a leading actor in South Korea.

After completing his mandatory military service from January 2008 to December 2009, Gong Yoo returned to the screen with the film Finding Mr. Destiny in 2010. In 2011, he starred in Silenced, a film based on true events that led to public outcry and legal reforms regarding sexual abuse in schools.

In 2016, Gong Yoo experienced a significant career resurgence with multiple successful projects. He starred in the horror-thriller Train to Busan, which became a major box office hit and garnered international acclaim.

The same year, he appeared in The Age of Shadows and the television series Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (also known as Goblin), both of which were well-received.

In 2021, Gong Yoo made a cameo appearance in the globally popular Netflix series Squid Game, further increasing his international visibility. He also starred in the Netflix sci-fi series The Silent Sea the same year.

Awards

• MBC Drama Awards: Excellence Award, Actor for Coffee Prince (2007)
• Baeksang Arts Awards: Best Actor (TV) for Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2017)
• Blue Dragon Film Awards: Popular Star Award for Silenced (2011)
• Korea Film Actors Association Awards: Top Star Award for Train to Busan (2016)
• Seoul International Drama Awards: Outstanding Korean Actor for Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2017)

Net Worth

Gong Yoo‘s net worth is estimated to be around $7 million. His income primarily stems from his successful acting career, including roles in television dramas, films, and endorsements.

Social Media

• Instagram: @gongyoo_official
• X: N/A

Filmography

• My Tutor Friend (2003)
• Spy Girl (2004)
• Superstar Mr. Gam (2004)
• S Diary (2004)
• She’s on Duty (2005)
• Like a Dragon (2007)
• Finding Mr. Destiny (2010)
• Silenced (2011)