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Jang Ki-yong

Jang Ki-yong is a South Korean actor and model born in Ulsan on 7 August 1992.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jang Ki-yong is a South Korean actor and model, born in Ulsan on 7 August 1992. He began his career as a model before debuting as an actor in 2014, and later became known for television roles in series such as Come and Hug Me, Search: WWW, and My Roommate Is a Gumiho.

Early life and modelling career

Jang Ki-yong was born in Ulsan, South Korea, in 1992. He began his career as a model in 2012 before transitioning into acting.

Acting debut and rise

He made his acting debut in 2014 with a guest role in It's Okay, That's Love. He later gained popularity through supporting and lead roles in Korean television dramas.

Breakthrough roles

Jang Ki-yong's first leading role was in Come and Hug Me (2018). He later rose to prominence with Search: WWW (2019) and My Roommate Is a Gumiho (2021).

Selected television work

His screen credits commonly associated with him include My Mister, Born Again, Now, We Are Breaking Up, and The Atypical Family, in addition to his best-known earlier dramas.

Key facts

  • Jang Ki-yong started his career in modelling before moving into acting.
  • He made his acting debut with a guest appearance in It's Okay, That's Love in 2014.
  • His first leading television role was in Come and Hug Me (2018).
  • He gained wider recognition through Search: WWW (2019) and My Roommate Is a Gumiho (2021).
  • He is also associated with roles in My Mister, Born Again, and The Atypical Family.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jang Ki-yong?
Jang Ki-yong is a South Korean actor and model known for television dramas including Come and Hug Me, Search: WWW, and My Roommate Is a Gumiho.
When was Jang Ki-yong born?
He was born on 7 August 1992.
Where is Jang Ki-yong from?
He was born in Ulsan, South Korea.
What was Jang Ki-yong's acting debut?
He debuted as an actor with a guest appearance in It's Okay, That's Love in 2014.
What role made Jang Ki-yong more widely known?
His first leading role was in Come and Hug Me in 2018, which helped establish him more widely.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jang_Ki-yong
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, occupation, modelling background, acting debut, and major roles.
  2. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/person/jang-ki-yong/umc.cpc.5rb6drciv2f72ph9b1dpehl01
    Supports: Career overview including modelling start, acting debut, breakthrough roles, and later notable series.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7950808/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and recognition for specific acting credits.