Choi Jin-hyuk, 1986
Actors · February 9, 1986
Choi Jin-hyuk
★ HOW OLD IS CHOI JIN-HYUK?
Choi Jin-hyuk is 40 years old, born February 9, 1986 in South Korea · Aquarius.
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About
Choi Jin-hyuk rose from supporting roles in Gu Family Book and The Heirs to headline dramas like Tunnel, The Last Empress, and Rugal. Born February 9, 1986, in South Korea, the actor became a fixture in Korean television across the 2010s. As an Aquarius, he channels the sign's adaptability across genres—from melodrama to thriller.
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Biography
Choi Jin-hyuk (Korean: 최진혁), born Kim Tae-ho on February 9, 1986, is a South Korean actor. He first gained attention for supporting roles in the fantasy-historical drama Gu Family Book and the wealthy-family soap The Heirs, both released in 2013. His breakthrough into lead roles came with Emergency Couple in 2014, followed by the period romance Pride and Prejudice, the crime thriller Tunnel, and the period fantasy The Last Empress. He later starred in the action series Rugal. Choi operates with the analytical precision of his Aquarius sign—born under a water-bearer's gaze for detail. As a Life Path 8, he embodies executive drive and material mastery, traits visible in his range across melodrama, thriller, and period fantasy. South Korean actors work across television, film, and streaming platforms, often juggling multiple projects across genres. Choi's decade-long run in Korean broadcasting reflects both his durability and the industry's demand for versatile ensemble and lead talent.
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Trivia
- Born under the name Kim Tae-ho; took the stage name Choi Jin-hyuk.
- Gained early recognition through supporting roles in two major 2013 dramas—Gu Family Book and The Heirs—before transitioning to lead roles.
- Has headlined dramas spanning multiple genres: period fantasy (The Last Empress), crime thriller (Tunnel), melodrama (Emergency Couple), and action (Rugal).
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Powerhouse
Driven and business-minded. Choi Jin-hyuk extend their craft into ownership: labels, production companies, brand lines.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Alexander GouldDog · 1994
- Jean-Carl BoucherDog · 1994
- Connor JessupDog · 1994
- Mayuko FukudaDog · 1994
- Abbey HoesDog · 1994
CHALLENGING
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie Ure
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Choi Jin-hyuk?
- Choi Jin-hyuk is 40 years old (born February 9, 1986).
- When is Choi Jin-hyuk's birthday?
- Choi Jin-hyuk was born on February 9, 1986.
- What is Choi Jin-hyuk's zodiac sign?
- Choi Jin-hyuk is a Aquarius, born February 9, 1986.
- What is Choi Jin-hyuk's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Choi Jin-hyuk was born in 1986, the year of the Fire Tiger.
- Where is Choi Jin-hyuk from?
- Choi Jin-hyuk is from South Korea.
- What does Choi Jin-hyuk do?
- Choi Jin-hyuk is a actor.
- Is Choi Jin-hyuk still alive?
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