Kim You-jung, 1999
Actors · September 22, 1999
Kim You-jung
★ HOW OLD IS KIM YOU-JUNG?
Kim You-jung is 26 years old, born September 22, 1999 in South Korea · Virgo.
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About
Kim You-jung became South Korea's most bankable child actress after her 2003 debut, then broke into leading roles with the historical romance Love in the Moonlight. Born September 22, 1999, in South Korea, she ranked 8th on Forbes Korea's Power Celebrity list at 17, the youngest in the Top 10. Media dubbed her "Sageuk Fairy" for her roles in historical series; she's since starred in Backstreet Rookie, Lovers of the Red Sky, and 20th Century Girl, earning the nickname "Nation's First Love". Libra sun.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Kim You-jung started modeling for a confectionery brand at age four, then debuted as an actress in 2003, becoming one of South Korea's most sought-after child performers—media called her "Nation's Little Sister". Her first leading role came in the historical romance Love in the Moonlight in 2016, which launched her to prominence as a television and film actress. That same trajectory earned her a spot on the Forbes Korea Power Celebrity list in 2017 at age 17, making her the youngest in the Top 10. Throughout her teens, she built a reputation for historical dramas, earning the media nickname "Sageuk Fairy". Her later work expanded into romantic comedy—Backstreet Rookie in 2020—and historical fantasy, Lovers of the Red Sky in 2021. The 2022 teen romance film 20th Century Girl cemented a new public identity: "Nation's First Love". She continued with the fantasy romance My Demon (2023–2024) and the psychological thriller Dear X (2025). As a Libra born in late September, she operates in both acting and singing. South Korean entertainment has shaped her career from childhood.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Kim You-jung entered the entertainment industry at age four, modeling for a confectionery brand. She made her acting debut in 2003 at a young age and quickly became one of South Korea's most in-demand child actresses, earning the nickname "Nation's Little Sister". This early trajectory positioned her as a recognizable face before her breakout into leading roles as a teenager.
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Trivia
- She ranked 8th on the Forbes Korea Power Celebrity list in 2017 at just 17 years old, the youngest person in the Top 10.
- Media outlets gave her the nickname "Sageuk Fairy" for her performances in multiple acclaimed historical television series during her teens.
- After her role in the 2022 teen romance film 20th Century Girl, she gained the nickname "Nation's First Love".
★ HIGHLIGHTS
Career timeline
- 2023
- NOTABLE WORKShakespeare in Love· literary work
- 2022
- NOTABLE WORK20th Century Girl· film
- 2015
- NOTABLE WORKCircle of Atonement· film
- ?
- NOTABLE WORKLove in the Moonlight· television series
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Free Spirit
Restless and adventurous. Kim You-jung reinvent often: new sounds, new platforms, new cities. Expect career pivots over decades.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Brian MayPig · 1947
- Caleb HearonPig · 1995
- Nick RobinsonPig · 1995
- Nicola PeltzPig · 1995
CHALLENGING
- Patrick MöllekenRooster · 1993
- Ewa Farna
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Kim You-jung?
- Kim You-jung is 26 years old (born September 22, 1999).
- When is Kim You-jung's birthday?
- Kim You-jung was born on September 22, 1999.
- What is Kim You-jung's zodiac sign?
- Kim You-jung is a Virgo, born September 22, 1999.
- What is Kim You-jung's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Kim You-jung was born in 1999, the year of the Earth Rabbit.
- Where is Kim You-jung from?
- Kim You-jung is from South Korea.
- What does Kim You-jung do?
- Kim You-jung is a actor.
- Is Kim You-jung still alive?
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