Jin Young Park Biography: Height, Instagram, Net Worth, Husband, Nationality, Wikipedia, Age, Instagram

Park Jin-young, popularly known by his stage names J. Y. Park, The Asiansoul, or the initials JYP, is a South Korean singer-songwriter, record producer, executive, and reality TV judge.

He gained fame as a singer after releasing his debut album, Blue City, in 1994.

Profile

• Full Name: Park Jin-young
• Stage Name: J. Y. Park
• Born: December 13, 1971
• Age: 53 years old
• Birthplace: Gwangjin District, Seoul, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Singer-songwriter and record producer
• Height: 1.82m
• Parent: Park Myung-noh ,Yoon Im-ja
• Siblings: 1
• Spouse: Seo Yoon-jeong (m. 1999–2009)
• Children: 2
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $200 million

Early Life And Education

Park Jin-young was born on December 13, 1971, in Gwangjin District, Seoul, South Korea, to Park Myung-noh and Yoon Im-ja. He has an older sister, though her name is not publicly known.

He attended Yonsei University, earning a bachelor’s degree in geology in 1996. Ethnically, Park is Korean.

Although his exact religious affiliation is not clearly stated, he has incorporated Christian themes into his music and public remarks, hinting at a possible Christian background.

Career

J.Y. Park’s music career began as a member of the trio “Park Jin Young and the NG (New Generation).”

However, his solo debut 1994 with the album Blue City and its hit single “Don’t Leave Me” catapulted him to fame.

His bold stage presence and a series of successful songs quickly established him as a key figure in South Korea’s pop music scene.

During this period, Park also formed a pivotal creative partnership with composer Bang Si-hyuk, laying the foundation for his future ventures in the music industry.

In 1997, Park expanded his influence by founding JYP Entertainment, which would eventually become one of South Korea’s “Big Three” K-pop agencies.

As CEO and chief producer, he played a crucial role in the careers of K-pop giants such as Rain, Wonder Girls, 2PM, Miss A, GOT7, Twice, Stray Kids, and Itzy, among others.

Park’s expertise in talent scouting and production helped shape the modern K-pop landscape, and his global strategy led to the debut of groups in markets like China and Japan, significantly boosting the international reach of K-pop.

In addition to his work as an executive, Park maintained his solo music career, celebrating milestones with new releases and concerts.

He further solidified his influence by branching into the American music industry, producing for notable artists such as Will Smith and Cassie.

Marking his 30th anniversary in the industry, J.Y. Park continues to evolve, releasing music and hosting television specials, proving his lasting impact and adaptability in the rapidly changing world of K-pop.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @asiansoul_jyp

Personal Life

Park Jin-young was first married to Seo Yoon-jeong in 1999, but they divorced in 2009 after ten years together.

In October 2013, he remarried a non-celebrity woman nine years younger than him; she has remained out of the public eye to maintain her privacy and was reportedly the inspiration for some of his love songs.

Together, J.Y. Park and his second wife have two daughters.

Discography

•   Blue City (1994)
•   Tantara (딴따라) (1995)
•   Summer Jingle Bell (썸머 징글벨) (1996)
•   Even After 10 Years (십년이 지나도) (1998)
•   Kiss Me (2001)
•   Game (2001)
•   Back To Stage (2007)

Net Worth

J.Y. Park’s estimated net worth is around $200 million, making him one of the wealthiest celebrities and musicians in South Korea.

His wealth primarily comes from his uncle’s profits from founding and running JYP Entertainment, music royalties as a songwriter, and record production.