Jeon Do-yeon, 1973
Actors · February 11, 1973
Jeon Do-yeon
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Jeon Do-yeon is 53 years old, born February 11, 1973 in South Korea · Aquarius.
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About
Jeon Do-yeon's portrayal of a grieving mother in Lee Chang-dong's Secret Sunshine cemented her as one of South Korea's finest actresses. Born in 1973, she made her film debut with The Contact, a melodrama that established her as a leading actress. Her Best Actress win at the 60th Cannes Film Festival made her the first Korean actor to receive such recognition. As an Aquarius, she brings emotional depth to roles spanning film and television drama.
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Biography
Jeon Do-yeon's breakthrough came through television before her 1997 film debut with The Contact, a melodrama that positioned her as a leading actress. She built momentum with A Promise and The Harmonium in My Memory, then reached new heights with You Are My Sunshine. Her defining role—a grieving mother navigating faith and despair in Lee Chang-dong's Secret Sunshine—earned her Best Actress at the 60th Cannes Film Festival, making her the first Korean actor to receive such recognition. Since then, she has appeared in The Housemaid, Way Back Home, The Shameless, Birthday, and Kill Boksoon, establishing herself across genres. Her television work includes the 2023 series Crash Course in Romance and The Price of Confession in 2025. As an actor, Jeon balances film and drama projects, performing across melodrama, tragedy, and contemporary character studies. Born February 11, 1973, in South Korea, she is now considered a role model for young actresses in the industry. Her Aquarius nature aligns with her introspective, emotionally nuanced performances.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Jeon Do-yeon began her career in television before transitioning to film. Her 1997 film debut, The Contact, was a melodrama that established her as a leading actress, marking the start of her rise to prominence.
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Trivia
- She became the first Korean actor ever to win Best Actress at Cannes, achieved through her role in Secret Sunshine.
- Her filmography spans from melodrama (The Contact) to romantic tragedy (A Promise) to contemporary character work (Kill Boksoon, 2023).
- Alongside major film roles, she has maintained a steady presence in television dramas, including recent series like Crash Course in Romance and The Price of Confession.
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Numerology
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The Caretaker
Responsible and family-oriented. Jeon Do-yeon often anchor a fandom community and lean into projects with social or emotional weight.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
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CHALLENGING
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Frequently asked
- How old is Jeon Do-yeon?
- Jeon Do-yeon is 53 years old (born February 11, 1973).
- When is Jeon Do-yeon's birthday?
- Jeon Do-yeon was born on February 11, 1973.
- What is Jeon Do-yeon's zodiac sign?
- Jeon Do-yeon is a Aquarius, born February 11, 1973.
- What is Jeon Do-yeon's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Jeon Do-yeon was born in 1973, the year of the Water Ox.
- Where is Jeon Do-yeon from?
- Jeon Do-yeon is from South Korea.
- What does Jeon Do-yeon do?
- Jeon Do-yeon is a actor.
- Is Jeon Do-yeon still alive?
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