Chae Jung-an (채정안), born Jang Jung-an, is a South Korean actress and singer known for her elegant presence and versatile roles in television dramas. She first gained attention as a singer in the late 1990s before establishing herself as a respected actress with notable performances in Coffee Prince, Queen of Reversals, and Yong-pal.
Chae Jung-an was born Jang Jung-an on October 21, 1977, in Busan, South Korea. she is 48 years old. Her zodiac sign is Libra (or Virgo depending on the calendar used). She has a younger sister. She graduated from Dongguk University with a degree in Theater and Film. She first entered the public eye by winning the Johnson & Johnson Clean Face Contest in 1995.
Chae Jung-an began her career after winning a clean face contest in 1995 and debuted in the sitcom Three Guys and Three Girls (1996). She launched a singing career in 1999 with her debut album Mujeong (Cruel), earning a New Artist Award at the Seoul Music Awards.
She transitioned more fully into acting with roles in Snowflakes (2000), Mina (2001), and Emperor of the Sea (2004). Her popularity grew significantly with the role of Han Yoo-joo in the hit drama Coffee Prince (2007). Later notable works include Cain and Abel (2009), Queen of Reversals (2010), When a Man Falls in Love (2013), Prime Minister & I (2013), Yong-pal (2015), Entertainer (2016), Man to Man (2017), Suits (2018), and Legal High (2019). She has continued appearing in dramas and films into the 2020s.
Personal Life
Chae Jung-an was married to businessman Kim Sang-cheol from 2005 to 2007. The marriage ended in divorce after about 18 months. She has remained single since and has spoken positively about her independent life as a divorced woman. She maintains a private personal life focused on her career and lifestyle.
Physical Appearance
Height
172–173 cm (5’8″)
Weight
Approx. 48 kg
Eye Color
Dark brown
Hair Color
Black
Body Type
Slim
Body Measurements
Approx. 30-24-32 (estimated)
Chae Jung-an Drama List
Format: Title (Year) – Role
Coffee Prince (2007) – Han Yoo-joo
Queen of Reversals (2010) – Baek Yeo-jin
When a Man Falls in Love (2013) – Baek Sung-joo
Prime Minister & I (2013) – Seo Hye-joo
Yong-pal (2015) – Lee Chae-young
Entertainer (2016) – Yeo Min-joo
Man to Man (2017) – Song Mi-eun
Suits (2018) – Hong Da-ham
Legal High (2019) – Min Joo-kyung
Chae Jung-an Net Worth
Chae Jung-an’s estimated net worth is reported in the range of $1–5 million USD. Her income comes from acting, earlier music activities, brand endorsements, and content creation (including YouTube). She is known for her comfortable lifestyle in Seoul’s Hannam-dong area.
Social Media Presence
Chae Jung-an is active on Instagram under@chae_jungan, where she shares fashion, lifestyle, and personal updates. She also runs a YouTube channel featuring beauty, fashion, and daily life content.
FAQs
What is Chae Jung-an famous for?
Roles in Coffee Prince, Queen of Reversals, and Yong-pal, as well as her early singing career.
