HoYeon Jung
Model, Actress | South Korean
Net Worth
$10 Million
Model, Actress | South Korean
HoYeon Jung (also known as Jeong Ho-yeon) is a South Korean model and actress who rose to international fame as Kang Sae-byeok (Player 067) in Netflix’s “Squid Game” (2021). Born in Seoul, she began her career as a model, placing second in Korea’s Next Top Model Season 4 (2013).
Before acting, HoYeon built a successful modeling career, walking for major fashion houses including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Bottega Veneta. “Squid Game” marked her acting debut, and her powerful performance as the North Korean defector earned her critical acclaim and a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series.
Following “Squid Game,” she was named a Louis Vuitton global ambassador and has graced the covers of Vogue and other major fashion magazines. She continues to balance her modeling career with acting, becoming one of the most recognizable Korean stars internationally.
Placed 2nd in Korea's Next Top Model
Began walking for major fashion weeks
Appeared in Louis Vuitton campaigns
Acting debut in "Squid Game"
Won SAG Award for "Squid Game"
Named Louis Vuitton global ambassador
Continued modeling and acting career
Major film and fashion projects
HoYeon Jung's net worth is estimated at $4 million, earned through her successful modeling career, "Squid Game," and brand ambassadorships.
