Jang Shin-young (장신영) Drama List, Age, Husband, Career, Net Worth

Jang Shin-young is a South Korean actress known for her elegant screen presence and versatile performances in both supporting and leading roles across television dramas and films. She first entered the entertainment industry through a beauty pageant and later built a steady career marked by memorable characters ranging from strong-willed women to complex antagonists. Over more than two decades, she has remained active in the industry while balancing family life, earning recognition for her resilience and consistent work.

Jang Shin-young was born on January 17, 1984, in Gunsan, North Jeolla Province, South Korea (some official records list February 17). As , she is 42 years old. Her zodiac sign is Capricorn (or Aquarius depending on the date used), and she is a South Korean national.

Personal Details

Full Name	Jang Shin-young (장신영)
Nickname	—
Profession	Actress
Date of Birth	17 January 1984
Age	42
Birthplace	Gunsan, North Jeolla Province, South Korea
Nationality	South Korean
Religion	Protestant
Zodiac Sign	Capricorn / Aquarius
Friends	Seo Rina (서리나)
Current Residence	South Korea
Qualification	Jeonju Arts High School; Chung-Ang University (Theatre and Film, leave of absence)
Height	170 cm
Blood Type	AB

Career

Jang Shin-young entered the entertainment world in 2001 after winning the “Hyun” title at the 71st National Chunhyang Contest. Actor Lee Kwang-ki reportedly helped her early on, and he is also credited with giving her the stage name Jang Shin-young (her original name was reportedly Jang Shin-ja). She began with commercials and minor television roles.

Her early drama appearances included Wuri’s Family (2001–2002), Sunrise House (2002), and Pretty Woman (2003). She also took on film roles, notably in Springtime (2004), which earned her a Best New Actress nomination at the Blue Dragon Film Awards, and Redeye (2005).

A turning point came with more substantial roles in the late 2000s and early 2010s. She gained wider attention for her femme fatale performance in the 2011 E Channel drama The Empress. In 2013, she took the lead in JTBC’s first daily drama, Flower of Revenge (also known as Thorn Flower), playing a multi-layered character. Other notable works from this period include The Chaser (2012), Empire of Gold (2013), and My Spring Days (2014).

She continued working steadily through the 2010s and 2020s with roles in Radiant Office (2017), Bad Guys 2 (2017–2018), Babel (2019), and Cleaning Up (2022). In 2025, she appeared in the MBC daily drama The Woman Who Swallowed the Sun, earning the Best Actress award in the daily drama category at the MBC Drama Awards. She has also received the Golden Acting Award at the 2017 MBC Drama Awards and a Special Acting Award at the 2012 SBS Drama Awards.

Jang Shin-young Husband

Jang Shin-young first married Wi Seung-cheol, a marketing director at Bae Yong-joon’s agency BOF, on November 18, 2006. The couple had a son, Kang Jeong-an (born April 2, 2007; previously known by a different surname during early childhood). They divorced amicably in 2009 due to personality differences, and Jang received custody. She raised her son as a single mother while continuing her acting career.

Physical Appearance

Height	170 cm (5 feet 7 inches)
Weight	Approximately 54 kg (119 lbs)
Eye Color	Brown
Hair Color	Black / Dark brown
Body Type	Slim
Blood Type	AB

Jang Shin-young Drama List

Selected Television Dramas

• Wuri’s Family (2001–2002)
• Sunrise House (2002) – Jung Yun-hee
• Pretty Woman (2003–2004) – Kim So-yeon
• Desert Spring (2003) – In-hee
• Rebirth – NEXT (2005)
• Winter Bird (2007) – Hee-jin
• The Road Home (2009) – Han Su-in
• I Am Legend (2010) – Kang Soo-in
• The Empress (2011) – Seo In-hwa
• Bride of the Sun (2011) – Kim Hyo-won
• The Chaser (2012) – Shin Hye-ra
• Flower of Revenge / Thorn Flower (2013) – Jeon Se-mi / Jennifer Dyer Mason / Choi Seo-yeon
• Empire of Gold (2013) – Yoon Seol-hee
• My Spring Days (2014) – Bae Ji-won
• My Heart Twinkle Twinkle (2015) – Lee Soon-jin
• Radiant Office (2017) – Jo Seok-kyung
• Bad Guys 2 (2017–2018) – Kim Ae-kyung
• Babel (2019) – Tae Yoo-ra
• Cleaning Up (2022) – Geum Jan-di
• The Woman Who Swallowed the Sun (2025) – Baek Seol-hee / Lucia Jung

Selected Films

• No Comment / Mutjima Family (2002)
• Springtime (2004) – Su-yeon
• Redeye (2005) – Oh Mi-sun
• The Outlaw (2010) – Han So-young
• The Piano in a Factory (2010)
• Audrey (2024) – Doctor (special appearance)

Jang Shin-young Net Worth

Jang Shin-young’s exact net worth is not publicly disclosed. Based on her long career as a working actress with consistent drama roles, awards, and supporting film work, a realistic estimate places it in the range of $1–3 million USD. Primary income sources include acting fees from television dramas and films. She is not known for major high-profile brand endorsements or extensive business ventures that would significantly increase public estimates of her wealth.

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