Jeong Jin-woon
A versatile Korean entertainer who transitioned from the emotive ballads of 2AM to compelling roles on the television screen.
Born 1991 (age 35)·South Korean singer and actor·Birthday: May 2·Millennials
Biography
Jeong Jin-woon stepped into the fierce spotlight of K-pop as the youngest member of 2AM, a group celebrated for its powerful vocal harmonies and soulful ballads rather than frenetic dance routines. Debuting in 2008, his deep voice became a distinctive part of the group's identity during their peak years. Never content to be confined to the stage, Jinwoon deliberately carved a second path, testing his mettle as an actor. His first major role in the 2012 series 'Dream High 2' was a declaration of this ambition, playing a trainee not unlike his own past. He has since built a steady acting portfolio, often choosing characters with a rough-edged, authentic quality that sets him apart from typical idol-actors. His career reflects a broader shift in his industry, showcasing an artist determined to be defined by multifaceted talent rather than a single, fleeting persona.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Jeong was born in 1991, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Jeong Was Born
The biggest hits of 1991
#1 Movie
Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Best Picture
The Silence of the Lambs
#1 TV Show
Cheers
Jeong's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1991Born
Soviet Union dissolves; World Wide Web goes public
Gas: $1.14/galHome: $82,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" — Bryan AdamsBest Picture: The Silence of the Lambs
1996Started school
Dolly the sheep cloned
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $99,700Min wage: $4.75/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Macarena" — Los del RioBest Picture: The English Patient
2004Became a teenager
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2007Could drive
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2009Could vote
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2012Turned 21
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2021Turned 30
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 35 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Debuted as a vocalist in the popular ballad group 2AM, known for hits like "Can't Let You Go Even If I Die".
- Acted in the KBS music-drama series 'Dream High 2' as the determined trainee Jin Yoo-jin.
- Played a leading role in the OCN thriller 'Mine' as Han Soo-hyuk, the secretive youngest son of a chaebol family.
- Released solo music, including the digital single "In My Head" in 2020.
Did You Know?
He is a licensed bartender and has showcased his skills on variety shows.
He is known for his athleticism and was a regular, strong competitor on the show 'Cool Kiz on the Block'.
He was a radio DJ for SBS Power FM's '2AM's Gayo Plaza'.
He shares a birthday (May 2) with his 2AM bandmate Jo Kwon.
“A deep voice must carry the weight of the song's story.”
