Yoon Jong Hoon

Biography

Yoon Jong-hoon, born on February 15, 1984, in Daejeon, South Korea, is a prominent South Korean actor known for his versatile performances across various television dramas. He began his acting career in 2006 and has since become a talented and dedicated performer in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Early Life and Education

Yoon Jong-hoon pursued higher education at Daejeon University, where he enrolled in the Department of Foreign Language Literature. However, his passion for acting led him to leave his studies to focus on his burgeoning acting career.

Career

Yoon's acting journey commenced with minor roles, but his dedication and talent soon earned him more significant parts. His role in the television series "Reply 1994" (2013) gained early recognition, which opened doors to more prominent opportunities.

In 2014, he appeared in "Emergency Couple," further showcasing his acting abilities. His performance in "A Daughter Just Like You" (2015) earned him a nomination for Best New Actor in a Serial Drama at the MBC Drama Awards.

Yoon's versatility was evident as he took on diverse roles in various genres. In 2018, he starred in "Return," a mystery thriller, and "Come and Hug Me," a romantic drama, displaying his range as an actor. His role in "Return" earned him the Best Character award at the SBS Drama Awards.

One of his most notable roles came in 2020 when he portrayed Ha Yoon-cheol in the hit series "The Penthouse: War in Life." His compelling performance contributed to the show's success and earned him the Excellence Award, Actor in a Mid-Length Drama at the SBS Drama Awards.

In 2022, Yoon took on the role of Kang Yoo-sung in "Shooting Stars," a drama that delves into the lives of celebrities and the people who manage their public images.

Personal Life

Yoon Jong-hoon is known to be private about his personal life. He has an older brother and a sister and hails from Daejeon. He is also known to be Catholic.

Filmography Highlights

• Television Series:
  • Reply 1994 (2013)
  • Emergency Couple (2014)
  • A Daughter Just Like You (2015)
  • Return (2018)
  • Come and Hug Me (2018)
  • The Penthouse: War in Life (2020-2021)
  • Shooting Stars (2022)

Awards and Nominations

MBC Drama Awards:

• 2015: Nominated for Best New Actor in a Serial Drama for "A Daughter Just Like You"
• 2018: Nominated for Excellence Award, Actor in a Soap Opera for "My Healing Love"
• 2020: Nominated for Excellence Award, Actor in a Wednesday-Thursday Miniseries for "Find Me in Your Memory"

SBS Drama Awards:

• 2018: Won Best Character for "Return"
• 2020: Won Excellence Award, Actor in a Mid-Length Drama for "The Penthouse: War in Life"

Yoon Jong-hoon's dedication to his craft and his ability to portray a wide range of characters have made him a respected figure in the South Korean entertainment industry. As of 2025, he continues to engage audiences with his compelling performances, contributing significantly to the world of Korean drama.