Taecyeon Biography: Awards, Nationality, Age, Net Worth, Movies, TV Series, Height, Parents, Instagram

Taecyeon is a talented South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur, best known as the main rapper of the K-pop boy group 2 PM.

His dynamic presence in music, coupled with acclaimed acting roles in dramas like Vincenzo (2021) and Heartbeat (2023), has established him as a versatile figure in the Korean entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Ok Taec-yeon
• Stage Name: Taecyeon
• Born: December 27, 1988
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Rapper, Singer-Songwriter, Actor, Entrepreneur
• Height: 6’1” (186 cm)
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Ok
• Siblings: Ok Jihyen
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: None
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $1 million to USD 5 million

Early Life and Education

Taecyeon is a talented South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur born on December 27, 1988, in Seoul, South Korea.

Raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ok, alongside his older sister, Ok Jihyen, he spent his early years in Seoul and briefly lived in Busan, where he picked up the local satori dialect.

He attended Bedford High School, excelling academically and participating in the Chess Club, Jazz Band, JV Soccer Team, and National Honor Society.

Later, earning a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Dankook University and pursued graduate studies in International Studies at Korea University.

His fluency in Korean, English, and Japanese, along with his academic achievements, set him apart early on. His ethnicity is South Korean, and he identifies as Christian.

Career

Taecyeon’s career began with JYP Entertainment’s 2006 Superstar Survival, where he initially auditioned as a model but was redirected to singing and dancing.

After training, he joined Mnet’s Hot Blood Men (2008), a survival show that formed the boy band One Day, which split into 2AM and 2PM.

Debuting as 2PM’s prominent rapper, sub-vocalist, and second visual on September 4, 2008, with the single “10 Points out of 10 Points,”

Taecyeon helped the group gain fame with their second EP, 2:00 PM Time for Change (2009), and hits like “Again & Again.”

He contributed as a songwriter, notably penning “Promise (I’ll Be)” for 2 PM’s 2016 album Gentlemen’s Game.

In 2012, he collaborated with Dankook University alumni on the charity album Blue Bears with Taecyeon, performing “Wings” live.

His first solo Japanese album, Taecyeon Special: Winter Hitori (2017), led to a successful solo concert at Tokyo Dome City Hall.

After leaving JYP in 2018, he signed with 51K, continuing 2 PM activities, and in 2023, joined WME for U.S. projects.

His acting debut came in 2010 with KBS2’s Cinderella’s Sister, earning him the Best New Actor award at the 2010 KBS Drama Awards.

He gained prominence with Dream High (2011) alongside Kim Soo-hyun and Bae Suzy and continued with roles in Who Are You? (2013), Wonderful Days (2014), and Assembly (2015).

His versatility shone in Let’s Fight, Ghost (2016), Save Me (2017), and The Game: Towards Zero (2020). His role as the villainous Jang Han-seok in Vincenzo (2021) was a career-defining performance, earning widespread praise for his expressive eye-acting. Other notable dramas include Secret Royal Inspector & Joy (2021), Blind (2022), and Heartbeat (2023).

His film credits include Marriage Blue (2013), House of the Disappeared (2017), and The First Night with the Duke (2025). Taecyeon’s cameo as Ocean Park in Netflix’s XO, Kitty (2023) expanded his global reach.

In 2013, he launched Okcat, a green cat character brand, selling merchandise like plush toys and skincare via KakaoTalk.

His military service (2017–2019) earned him the titles “Special Class Warrior” and “Model Soldier” for his exemplary conduct, including relinquishing U.S. permanent residency to enlist actively despite back surgery.

Awards and Nominations

• 2010 KBS Drama Awards: Best New Actor (Cinderella’s Sister) – Won
• 2010 KBS Drama Awards: Best Couple Award with Moon Geun-young (Cinderella’s Sister) – Won
• 2014 Baeksang Arts Awards: Best New Actor – Film (Marriage Blue) – Nominated
• 2015 Baeksang Arts Awards: Best New Actor – Television (Wonderful Days) – Nominated
• 2016 KBS Drama Awards: Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries (Let’s Fight, Ghost) – Nominated
• 2016 Asia Artist Awards: Best Artist Award, Actor – Won
• 2017 OCN Awards: Best Lead Actor (Save Me) – Won
• 2021 APAN Star Awards: Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries (Vincenzo) – Nominated
• 2021 Asia Artist Awards: U+ Idol Live Popularity Award – Won
• 2009 Mnet Asian Music Awards: Best Male Group – Won
• 2010 Golden Disc Awards: Digital Bonsang (Again & Again) – Won
• 2011 MTV Video Music Awards Japan: Best Group Video (I’ll Be Back) – Won

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @taecyeonokay
• Twitter Handle: @taeccool

Personal Life

Taecyeon is a talented South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur; he’s currently 36 years old.

Standing at 6’1” with a muscular build and weighing approximately 76 kg, he is nicknamed “Captain Korea” for his Captain America-like physique and “Okcat” for his cat-inspired brand.

In a relationship with a non-celebrity girlfriend since at least 2020, confirmed by 51K, Taecyeon addressed engagement rumors in February 2025 after photos surfaced of him presenting a ring in Paris. His agency clarified the gesture was for his girlfriend’s birthday, not a proposal.

His hobbies include soccer, cooking, and music production, and he admires actor Song Kang-ho. He relies on a parental allowance for financial management, reflecting his family’s trust.

His military service (2017–2019) included back disc surgery, yet he served actively, earning commendations. Fans, known as “Hottest,” adore his humility and dedication.

Discography

• Hottest Time of the Day (EP, 2008) – “10 Points out of 10 Points”
• 2:00 PM Time for Change (EP, 2009) – “Again & Again”
• Don’t Stop Can’t Stop (EP, 2010) – “Without U”
• Hands Up (Album, 2011) – “Hands Up”
• Grown (Album, 2013) – “A.D.T.O.Y.”
• Go Crazy! (Album, 2014) – “Go Crazy!”
• No.5 (Album, 2015) – “My House”
• Gentlemen’s Game (Album, 2016) – “Promise (I’ll Be)”
• Must (Album, 2021) – “Make It”
• Taecyeon Special: Winter Hitori (Japanese Album, 2017) – “Winter Hitori”
• Blue Bears with Taecyeon (Charity Album, 2012) – “Wings”
• OSTs: “Classic” (Dream High, 2011, with Suzy, Wooyoung, JYP), “Madness” (Miss A, 2012), “I Love You” (Who Are You?, 2013)

Filmography

• Cinderella’s Sister (KBS2, 2010) – Han Jung-woo
• Dream High (KBS2, 2011) – Jin-gook
• Who Are You? (tvN, 2013) – Cha Gun-woo
• Wonderful Days (KBS2, 2014) – Kang Dong-hee
• Assembly (KBS2, 2015) – Kim Kyu-hwan
• Let’s Fight, Ghost (tvN, 2016) – Park Bong-pal.
• Save Me (OCN, 2017) – Han Sang-hwan
• The Game: Towards Zero (MBC, 2020) – Kim Tae-Hyung
• Vincenzo (tvN, 2021) – Jang Han-seok / Jang Joon-woo
• Secret Royal Inspector & Joy (tvN, 2021) – Ra Yi-eon
• Blind (tvN, 2022) – Ryu Sung-Joon
• Heartbeat (KBS2, 2023) – Seon Woo-hyeol
• The First Night with the Duke (TBA, 2025) – Duke Ripley

Filmography

• Marriage Blue (2013) – Won-chul
• House of the Disappeared (2017) – Priest Choi
• The First Night with the Duke (2025) – Duke Ripley
• XO, Kitty (Netflix, 2023) – Ocean Park (cameo, Episode 8)

Net Worth

Taecyeon is a talented South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur with an estimated net worth of $1 million to USD 5 million.

His wealth is derived from his music career with 2 PM, solo projects, acting roles in high-profile dramas like Vincenzo and Heartbeat, and films, as well as his Okcat merchandise brand.