Son Ye-jin, 1982
Actors · January 11, 1982
Son Ye-jin
★ HOW OLD IS SON YE-JIN?
Son Ye-jin is 44 years old, born January 11, 1982 in South Korea · Capricorn.
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About
Son Ye-jin rose to fame in 2003 with The Classic and Summer Scent, becoming South Korea's "Nation's First Love" through romantic roles in A Moment to Remember and April Snow. Born January 11, 1982, in South Korea, she expanded into acclaimed films like Spellbound, The Tower, and Park Chan-wook's The Truth Beneath, plus the global hit Crash Landing on You. A Capricorn known for emotional depth in character work.
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Biography
Son Ye-jin emerged as a leading South Korean actress after starring in The Classic and Summer Scent in 2003, roles that cemented her reputation as the "Nation's First Love". Her early success continued with the commercially successful A Moment to Remember (2004) and April Snow (2005), establishing her as a force in romantic cinema. Beyond early work, she has demonstrated range across high-profile films: My Wife Got Married (2008), Spellbound (2011), The Tower (2012), The Pirates (2014), The Last Princess (2016), Be with You (2018), and director Park Chan-wook's The Truth Beneath (2016) and No Other Choice (2025). On television, she anchored popular dramas including Alone in Love (2006), Something in the Rain (2018), and the globally dominant Crash Landing on You (2019–2020). From 2019 to 2022, she appeared on Forbes Korea Power Celebrity 40 for four consecutive years, reflecting sustained cultural influence. Born January 11, 1982, in South Korea, Son is a Capricorn with life-path number 5, a numerological signature associated with adaptability and versatility. As an actor, she balances intimate dramatic performance with blockbuster ensemble work.
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Trivia
- Son Ye-jin's stage name, Son Ye-jin (손예진), differs from her birth name, Son Eon-jin (손언진).
- She earned the cultural title "Nation's First Love" early in her career through romantic roles in 2003–2005 films.
- She appeared on Forbes Korea Power Celebrity 40 consecutively from 2019 to 2022, a four-year run reflecting sustained influence.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Free Spirit
Restless and adventurous. Son Ye-jin reinvent often: new sounds, new platforms, new cities. Expect career pivots over decades.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 5 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Hunter SchaferTiger · 1998
- Dylan WangTiger · 1998
- Kerris DorseyTiger · 1998
- Declan McKennaTiger · 1998
- Emily FairnTiger · 1998
CHALLENGING
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade Pettyjohn
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Son Ye-jin?
- Son Ye-jin is 44 years old (born January 11, 1982).
- When is Son Ye-jin's birthday?
- Son Ye-jin was born on January 11, 1982.
- What is Son Ye-jin's zodiac sign?
- Son Ye-jin is a Capricorn, born January 11, 1982.
- What is Son Ye-jin's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Son Ye-jin was born in 1982, the year of the Water Dog.
- Where is Son Ye-jin from?
- Son Ye-jin is from South Korea.
- What does Son Ye-jin do?
- Son Ye-jin is a actor.
- Is Son Ye-jin still alive?
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