Jo Jung-suk Biography: Parents, Age, Net Worth, Movies, Height, Wife, TV Shows

Jo Jung-suk is a versatile South Korean actor, musical theatre performer, and singer celebrated for his charismatic screen presence and powerful vocal talent.

He first built a strong reputation in musicals before transitioning to television and film, earning widespread acclaim for roles in Architecture 101, Hospital Playlist, and Exit.

Jo Jung-suk
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Jo Jung-suk
Born:	December 26 1980 (age 45 years old)
Place of Birth:	Seoul, South Korea
Nationality:	South Korean
Ethnicity:	Korean
Height:	1.75 m
Parents:	Jang Ah-sook and Mr. Jo
Siblings:	3
Spouse:	Gummy (Park Ji-yeon) (m. 2018)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Jo Ye-won, Jo A-yeon
Occupation:	Actor, Musical Theatre Actor, Singer
Net Worth:	$5.5 million

Early Life and Education

Jo Jung-suk was born on December 26, 1980, in Seoul, South Korea, and grew up in a household where his mother, Jang Ah-sook, provided support alongside three older siblings—one sister and two brothers.

He enrolled in the Theater department at the Seoul Institute of the Arts, but left before graduating to help his family financially. His ethnicity is Korean, and his religious beliefs are kept private.

Career

Jo Jung-suk launched his professional career in musical theatre in 2004 with productions such as The Nutcracker, Spring Awakening, and Hedwig and the Angry Inch, honing his skills as a triple-threat performer over several years.

His screen breakthrough came with the 2011–2012 musical drama What’s Up, followed by a standout film role in Architecture 101 (2012), which earned critical praise and opened doors to leading roles in television and cinema.

He solidified his status through popular series such as The King 2 Hearts, Oh My Ghost, Don’t Dare to Dream, and the beloved Hospital Playlist (2020–2021), alongside box-office successes including Exit (2019), Pilot (2024), and My Daughter Is a Zombie (2025).

Jo Jung-suk has also released music albums like CHO JUNG SEOK 1ST (2024), leaving a lasting impact as a multifaceted artist who excels in both dramatic and lighthearted storytelling while maintaining strong audience appeal.

Awards and Nominations

• Baeksang Arts Award for Best Actor – Pilot (2025)
• Best New Actor – Architecture 101 (2012 Blue Dragon Film Awards)
• Top Excellence Award, Actor – Nokdu Flower (2019 SBS Drama Awards)
• Best Actor – Nokdu Flower (2019)
• Multiple additional wins and nominations from Blue Dragon, Grand Bell, and KBS/SBS/MBC Drama Awards

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @jament_official

Personal Life

Jo Jung-suk, the 45-year-old actor standing at 1.75 m tall, cherishes a private family-oriented life away from the constant spotlight.

He has been married to singer Gummy (Park Ji-yeon) since October 8, 2018, and they are the loving parents of two daughters: Jo Ye-won (born August 2020) and Jo A-yeon (born January 2026).

He often expresses gratitude for the balance his family brings to his demanding career.

Net Worth

Jo Jung-suk has an estimated net worth of around $5.5 million USD.

His wealth primarily derives from his prolific acting career in hit television dramas, blockbuster films, and successful musical theatre productions, enhanced by music releases, brand endorsements, and long-term popularity that has sustained strong earnings over two decades.

Filmography

• Architecture 101 (2012)
• The Face Reader (2013)
• My Annoying Brother (2016)
• Exit (2019)
• Pilot (2024)
• Land of Happiness (2025)
• My Daughter Is a Zombie (2025)
• Television: Hospital Playlist (2020–2021), The King 2 Hearts (2012), Nokdu Flower (2019), and others