Hwang Jung-eum ( 황정음 ) Husband Age, Height, Weight, Drama List, Net Worth 2026
Hwang Jung-eum is a South Korean actress and former singer who rose from K-pop idol to one of the country’s most recognizable leading actresses. She first gained wide popularity through the sitcom High Kick Through the Roof and later became known for strong performances in romantic comedies and melodramas such as Kill Me, Heal Me, She Was Pretty, and The Escape of the Seven.
Hwang Jung-eum was born on December 25, 1984, in Gil-dong, Gangdong District, Seoul, South Korea. she is 41 years old. Her zodiac sign is Capricorn (or Aquarius by registered date). She has two older brothers. She graduated from the University of Suwon with a degree in Theater and Film. She attended arts-focused schools earlier in her education.
Hwang Jung-eum debuted in 2001–2002 as a member of the girl group Sugar (lead vocalist). She left the group in 2004 to pursue acting and variety work. She gained major attention through High Kick Through the Roof (2009) and the reality show We Got Married with Kim Yong-jun.
Her first leading drama role came in Can You Hear My Heart (2011). She went on to star in Full House Take 2 (2012), Secret Love (2013), Endless Love (2014), Kill Me, Heal Me and She Was Pretty (both 2015), Lucky Romance (2016), The Undateables (2018), Mystic Pop-up Bar (2020), and The Escape of the Seven (2023–2024).
Hwang Jung-eum Husband
Hwang Jung-eum was in a long-term relationship with SG Wannabe’s Kim Yong-jun (2005–2015). She married businessman and former professional golfer Lee Young-don in February 2016. They have two sons (born 2017 and 2022). The couple filed for divorce in 2020, reconciled in 2021, and finalized their divorce in May 2025.
Physical Appearance
Height
167–168 cm (approx. 5’6″)
Weight
Approx. 48 kg
Eye Color
Dark brown
Hair Color
Dark
Body Type
Slim
Hwang Jung-eum Drama List
Selected Television Dramas:
High Kick Through the Roof (2009)
Can You Hear My Heart (2011)
Secret Love (2013) – Kang Yoo-jeong
Kill Me, Heal Me (2015) – Oh Ri-jin
She Was Pretty (2015) – Kim Hye-jin
Lucky Romance (2016) – Shim Bo-ni
The Undateables (2018)
Mystic Pop-up Bar (2020) – Wol-ju
The Escape of the Seven (2023–2024) – Geum Ra-hee
Selected Films:
Death Bell 2: Bloody Camp (2010)
My Sister, the Pig Lady (2015)
FAQs
How old is Hwang Jung-eum?
She is 41 years old (born December 25, 1984 / registered January 25, 1985).
What is Hwang Jung-eum best known for?
Roles in Kill Me, Heal Me, She Was Pretty, and High Kick Through the Roof.
