Jung Woo-sung returns to advertising after acknowledging child born out of wedlock
Jung Woo-sung / Courtesy of Artist Compan
Actor Jung Woo-sung has returned to commercial activities after a period of absence, becoming the new model for a cryptocurrency exchange. Following months away from the public eye due to controversy over his child who was born out of wedlock, his comeback has drawn significant attention.
On Sept. 4, Jung’s agency Artist Company confirmed his return to Xportsnews, saying, “Jung Woo-sung has been selected as the advertising model for a cryptocurrency exchange and completed filming on Sept. 3.” Actor Jeon Jong-seo also reportedly participated in the shoot.
Jung is the father of model Moon Ga-bi’s son. In November last year, Moon announced the birth of her son on social media, after which it was revealed that Jung was the father. At the time, Artist Company acknowledged his paternity, saying, “The child Moon Ga-bi revealed on social media is Jung Woo-sung’s biological son,” adding that “we are discussing the best way to handle child-rearing, and Jung will take full responsibility as the father.”
After confirming his paternity, Jung reconsidered attending the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards last November, but ultimately decided to participate. When his film “12.12: The Day” won the Top Audience Award, Jung addressed the audience, saying, “I stand here today hoping that my personal matters will not overshadow the film,” and added, “I sincerely apologize to everyone who has supported me for causing concern and disappointment. I will bear all criticism and fulfill my responsibility as a father.”
Last month, rumors surfaced that Jung had registered his marriage to a long-term partner. In response, Artist Company stated, “Regarding reports about the actor’s personal matters, we ask for your understanding that we cannot provide an official stance, as these are private issues.”
Jung is also set to appear in the upcoming Disney+ series “Made in Korea,” scheduled for release later this year. Set in the 1970s, the drama follows Baek Ki-tae, a man driven by ambition for wealth and power, and prosecutor Jang Geon-young, who risks everything to stop him as they confront events that shake an entire era. Industry watchers are closely observing whether Jung’s latest projects signal a full-scale return to his acting career.
This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.