Jung Ho-yeon Bio: Parents, Age, Husband, Net Worth, Squid Game, Height, Movies, TV Shows, Boyfriend

Biography

Hoyeon Jung, born Jung Ho-yeon on June 23, 1994, in Seoul, South Korea, is a celebrated model and actress.

She gained global recognition for her acting debut as Kang Sae-byeok in Netflix’s 2021 hit series Squid Game, earning critical acclaim and a Screen Actors Guild Award.

Before transitioning to acting, Jung made a name for herself in the fashion world, rising to prominence after finishing as the runner-up on Korea’s Next Top Model. She went on to walk the runways for luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, later becoming the brand’s global ambassador in 2021. Known for her striking red hair and commanding presence, she has graced the covers of Vogue and was featured among Models.com’s “New Supers.”

Continuing to expand her career, Hoyeon signed with BH Entertainment in January 2025, further cementing her place in the entertainment industry.

South Korean model and actress
Jung Ho-yeon
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Jung Ho-yeon
Stage Name:	Hoyeon
Born:	23 June 1994 (age 30 years old)
Place of Birth:	Seoul, South Korea
Nationality:	South Korean
Education:	Hyewon Girls’ High School, Dongduk Women’s University
Height:	176 cm
Parents:	Kim Soo-jin, Jung Min-ho
Siblings:	Jeong Ji-yeon
Spouse:	Not Married
Boyfriend • Partner:	Lee Dong-hwi (2015-2024)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actress • Model
Net Worth:	$4 million-$7 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Jung Ho-yeon was born on June 23, 1994, in Myeonmok-dong, a neighbourhood in Seoul, South Korea. While her religious beliefs remain undisclosed, she was raised in a culture influenced by Buddhism, Christianity, and traditional Korean shamanism, though no specific affiliation has been confirmed.

Her parents, Kim Soo-jin and Jung Min-ho, are restaurateurs. Her father, Jung Min-ho, runs Oori Nara, a 24-hour roadside eatery in Seoul, reflecting a family background of hard work and entrepreneurship.

Jung is the middle child of three siblings, with an older sister and a younger sister, Jeong Ji-yeon, who is married. She has kept details about her older sister private.

Jung had a tomboyish personality during childhood and engaged in activities like swimming, violin, and piano lessons. She excelled in swimming, earning four second-place awards in Gyeonggi-do competitions during elementary school, but later, at her parents’ encouragement, she shifted her focus to academics.

She attended Hyewon Girls’ High School in Seoul before pursuing higher education at Dongduk Women’s University College of Performing Arts, where she majored in modelling. Her interest in the field began at age 15 when she took modelling classes at Seoul’s MBC Academy, encouraged by her height and those around her who saw her potential.

Career

Jung Ho-yeon’s career has remarkably evolved from South Korea’s fashion industry to global prominence in modelling and acting. She began modelling at 16, freelancing without an agency and submitting photos to various companies.

Her breakthrough came in 2010, when she competed on Korea’s Next Top Model Season 4 at 17 and finished as the second runner-up. This exposure propelled her into the fashion world, where her striking red hair and tall, lean frame made her a standout.

By 2013, she signed with Esteem Models and made her international runway debut at New York Fashion Week, walking for brands like Opening Ceremony. Her career skyrocketed as she worked with luxury houses such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Gucci, eventually becoming a global ambassador for Louis Vuitton in October 2021. She graced the covers of Vogue Korea, Vogue Japan, and Harper’s Bazaar Korea, earning recognition as one of Models.com’s “New Supers,” solidifying her status as a fashion icon.

In 2021, Jung transitioned to acting, debuting as Kang Sae-byeok (Player 067) in Netflix’s Squid Game. With no prior acting experience, she auditioned remotely while in New York for Fashion Week and landed the role that would change her life.

Her raw, emotional performance as a North Korean defector earned her widespread acclaim, a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series, and an Emmy nomination—making her the first East Asian actress to be nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress. The role skyrocketed her global fame, with her Instagram following surging from 40,000 to over 18 million within weeks, peaking at more than 23 million by early 2025.

Since Squid Game, Jung has expanded her acting career. In 2022, she made a cameo in the music drama Soundtrack #1 and took on a leading role in Apple TV+’s psychological thriller Disclaimer, directed by Alfonso Cuarón, alongside Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline, demonstrating her versatility in English-language roles. She also appeared in The Weeknd’s Out of Time music video.

In January 2025, she signed with BH Entertainment to further her acting pursuits while continuing high-profile fashion campaigns, including Adidas Originals. She is also set to star in the upcoming thriller Hope, alongside Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander, cementing her status as both a rising Hollywood talent and a global fashion powerhouse.

Social Media

• Instagram: Hoyeon (@hoooooyeony)
• Wikipedia: Jung Ho-yeon
• IMDb: Hoyeon
• Facebook: Jung Ho-yeon

Personal Life

Jung Ho-yeon was born on June 23, 1994, making her 30 years old. She has never been married and has no husband or children.

She stands at approximately 5 feet 9.8 inches (176 cm) tall and weighs around 108 pounds (49 kg). Figure measurements are often cited as 31-23-34 inches (bust-waist-hips), though these can vary slightly depending on the source. Her eye colour is brown, and while her hair is naturally black, she became iconic for dyeing it fiery red during her modelling career.

Jung Ho-yeon was in a long-term relationship with South Korean actor Lee Dong-hwi. The couple began dating in 2015 and went public in January 2016. They were together for nearly nine years, with Lee, who is nine years her senior, often cited as a supportive figure in her career, especially during her rise to fame with Squid Game.

Their respective agencies confirmed their breakup in November 2024, with statements indicating they parted amicably and chose to remain “good colleagues.” Since the split, there have been no confirmed reports of Jung Ho-yeon dating anyone else, suggesting she is currently single as of early 2025.

Net Worth

Jung Ho-yeon‘s net worth is estimated to be around $4 million to $7 million (USD). This fortune stems from her successful dual career as a top-tier fashion model and actress.

Her modelling work with brands like Louis Vuitton, where she serves as a global ambassador, and her campaigns for Adidas and Chanel significantly contribute to her wealth.

Her acting debut in Squid Game (2021) boosted her earnings, with reports suggesting she made several thousand dollars per episode. Lucrative Instagram sponsorships, peaking at $43,000 per post, also contributed to her wealth.

Filmography

TV Shows

• Squid Game (Season 1) (2021)
  • Role: Kang Sae-byeok (Player 067)  
  • Platform: Netflix  
  • Notes: Her acting debut; a starring role in the globally acclaimed survival drama series.
• Soundtrack #1 (2022)
  • Role: Cameo appearance  
  • Platform: Disney+  
  • Notes: A brief appearance in this South Korean music drama series.
• Disclaimer (2022)
  • Role: Supporting role (character name not widely specified)  
  • Platform: Apple TV+  
  • Notes: A psychological thriller miniseries directed by Alfonso Cuarón, co-starring Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline.

Film (Upcoming)

• Hope (TBA, expected post-2025)
  • Role: Not yet specified  
  • Notes: An upcoming thriller film directed by Na Hong-jin, co-starring Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander; in development as of early 2025.

Music Videos

• “Out of Time” by The Weeknd (2022)
  • Role: Featured actress  
  • Notes: Appeared alongside The Weeknd and Jim Carrey in the music video from the album Dawn FM.