Jang Yoon-ju
Jang Yoon-ju | |
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| Born | 7 November 1980 |
| Alma mater | Seoul Institute of the Arts |
| Occupation(s) | Model, television personality, singer-songwriter, actress |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Agent | Esteem Models |
| Spouse | (m. 2015) |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 장윤주 |
| Hanja | 張允朱 |
| Revised Romanization | Jang Yun-ju |
| McCune–Reischauer | Chang Yunju |
| Website | http://www.jangyoonju.com |
Jang Yoon-ju (born November 7, 1980) is a South Korean model, television personality, singer-songwriter and actress. Jang began modeling in 1997 when she was 17 years old, and became one of the most successful Korean fashion models, with a career spanning almost two decades.[1][2][3] She also hosts Korea's Next Top Model, and won Best Radio DJ at the 2013 KBS Entertainment Awards for KBS Cool FM's Rooftop Radio. As a singer-songwriter, Jang has released two albums, Dream (2008) and I'm Fine (2012).[4] She made her acting debut in 2015, playing a detective in Ryoo Seung-wan's crime thriller Veteran.[5]
In May 2011, Jang along with fellow models Kim Jae-wook, Ji Hyun-jung, Han Hye-jin and Song Kyung-ah, co-authored a book titled Top Model. It is based on their experiences in the industry and includes beauty, makeup and styling tips.[6]
Filmography
Television
- I Am a Model 1 (Mnet), 2006) - Host and judge
- Jang Yoon-ju's 29 (Mnet, 2008)
- Music Travel Lalala (MBC, 2009)
- Korea's Next Top Model, Cycle 1 (On Style, 2010) - Host and judge
- Infinite Challenge "2011 Calendar Project" (MBC, 2010) - Host, mentor, judge and actress
- Korea's Next Top Model, Cycle 2 (On Style, 2011) - Host and judge
- Jang Yoon-ju's Magic Recipe (O'live, 2012)
- Korea's Next Top Model, Cycle 3 (On Style, 2012) - Host and judge
- Infinite Challenge "Ugly Friend Festival" (MBC, 2012) - Guest, festival lady (Episodes 304-305)
- Springtime with Yoon-ju (On Style, 2013)
- Korea's Next Top Model, Cycle 4 (On Style, 2013) - Host and judge
- Korea's Next Top Model: Guys & Girls (On Style, 2014) - Host and judge
- Infinite Challenge "What If?" (MBC, 2014) - Noh Hong-chul's pretend wife (Episodes 363-365)
- Infinite Challenge "We're Hungry" (MBC, 2014) (Episode 382)
- SBS Special: Jang Yoon-ju's Story of the Heart (SBS, 2015)
- Running Man "Police vs. Mafia" (SBS, 2015) (Episode 258)
Film
- Veteran (2015) - Miss Bong
Music videos
Discography
- Dream (2008)
- I'm Fine (2012)
Radio
- Today Morning (MBC FM4U, 2011)
- Rooftop Radio (KBS Cool FM, 2012)
Books
- CmKm (2005)
- Style Book (2006)
- Top Model (2011)
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 52nd Grand Bell Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Veteran | Nominated |
| Best New Actress | Nominated |
References
- ^ "Model Jang Yoon-ju to have May wedding". The Korea Times. 23 March 2015. Retrieved 30 June 2015.
- ^ Yoon, Sarah (23 March 2015). "Supermodel Jang Yoon-ju to marry in May". K-pop Herald. Retrieved 30 June 2015.
- ^ Ahn, Sung-mi (29 May 2015). "Jang Yoon-ju is getting married today". Retrieved 30 June 2015.
- ^ "Model Jang Yoon-ju Shifts Career Toward True Passion, Music". The Chosun Ilbo. 3 December 2008. Retrieved 30 June 2015.
- ^ Yoon, Sarah (24 June 2015). "Jang Yoon-ju makes acting debut in Veteran". K-pop Herald. Retrieved 30 June 2015.
- ^ "Models Reveal Behind-the-Scenes Secrets in New Book". The Chosun Ilbo. 12 May 2011. Retrieved 28 November 2012.
