| Jin Goo Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 9¾ in |
| Weight | 68 kg |
| Date of Birth | July 20, 1980 |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Spouse | Kim Ji-hye |
Jin Goo is a renowned South Korean actor. He is popularly known for his role of Seo Dae-young in the TV series Descendants of the Sun (2016-2017). He won the Grand Bell Award and Blue Dragon Film Award for his role in the thriller film Mother. His other notable performances include All In, Spotlight, Swallow the Sun, Entourage, Untouchable, A Bittersweet Life, A Dirty Carnival, The Showdown, The Target, Northern Limit Line, and Heung-boo: The Revolutionist. Jin Goo has more than 3 million followers on Instagram.
Born Name
Jin Goo
Nick Name
Jin
Sun Sign
Cancer
Born Place
Seoul, South Korea
Residence
Seoul, South Korea
Nationality
Education
Jin Goo studied advertising at the Sahmyook University in Seoul, South Korea.
Occupation
Actor
Family
- Father – Jin Yeong-ho
- Mother – Park Dong-geum
Manager
Jin Goo is managed by BH Entertainment, Talent Management Company, Seoul, South Korea.
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 9¾ in or 177 cm
Weight
68 kg or 150 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Jin Goo has dated –
- Kim Ji-hye – Jin had been in a relationship with Kim Ji-hye for a while. The couple tied the knot on September 21, 2014. They are blessed with 2 children, son Jin Won (b. June 2015) and a daughter (b. November 2016).
Race / Ethnicity
Asian
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Often wears cropped hairstyle
- Sharp jawlines
Brand Endorsements
Jin Goo has done endorsement work for brands like –
- Good Day
- Spaso
- SK Telecom
- Free Time
- Hyundai Card M
- Hammer
Best Known For
- His performances in films like Mother (2009) as Jin-tae, A Bittersweet Life (2005) as Min-gi, A Dirty Carnival (2006) as Jong-soo, and 26 Years (2012) as Kwak Jin-bae
- His notable acting in the TV series, Descendants of the Sun (2016-2017) as Seo Dae-young
First Film
In 2003, he made his feature film debut in Romantic Assassins as Assassin.
First TV Show
In 2003, he made his first TV show appearance as young Kim In-ha on the drama series, All In.
Jin Goo Facts
- Before taking acting lessons, he served in the military.
- He relaxes by playing basketball and watching basketball matches either the NBA or KBL (Korean Basketball League).
- His hobbies include spending time with close friends, playing board games, video games, building plastic models, reading, and watching cartoons.
- He is attracted to roles like Kwak Jin-bae in 26 Years (2012) and Han Sang-gook in Northern Limit Line (2015), as he can relate to the characters.
- According to him, the worst mistake an actor can make is losing one’s personality.
- He likes having a beer after filming.
- He has been featured in magazines like Prestige, Grazia, Bnt International, InStyle, and Cosmopolitan, among others.
- Follow him on Facebook and Instagram.
Featured Image by Jin Goo / Instagram
