Jung Hyung-don (Korean: 정형돈; born March 15, 1978)[1][2] is a South Korean comedian and television host. He is best known for his roles on the variety shows Infinite Challenge and Weekly Idol.[3][4]
| Jung Hyung-don | |
|---|---|
 Jeong in 2011 | |
| Born | March 15, 1978 Gimcheon, South Korea |
| Medium | Television, music |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Genres | Physical comedy, comedy music |
| Spouse | Han Yu-ra (m. 2009) |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | Official website |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 정형돈 |
| Hanja | 鄭亨敦 |
| Revised Romanization | Jeong Hyeong-don |
| McCune–Reischauer | Chŏng Hyŏngdon |
Early life and education
Jung was born in Gimcheon in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. As a child, he moved with his family to Busan, where he later attended Busan Electronic Technical High School.[5][1] After graduation, he worked for Samsung Electronics in Suwon for six years before entering the entertainment industry.[6]
Career
Jung made his television debut on the sketch comedy show Gag Concert in 2002.[3] On the show, he performed a sketch called "Do-Re-Mi Trio," in which he and two other comedians sang excerpts of popular songs, adding comedic punch lines to the end.[7]
In 2005, Jung joined the cast of a new variety show called Infinite Challenge. Though the show initially had low viewership ratings,[8] it went on to be a hit, and several of the songs Jung recorded for the show's periodic "song festivals" charted in the top ten of South Korea's music charts.[9][10]
Jung joined the cast of the first season of the marriage simulation show We Got Married in 2008. He was initially paired with television personality Saori until her departure from the show. He was later paired with singer Taeyeon of Girls' Generation. The match caused an uproar from Girls' Generation fans, in part due to the 11-year age gap between the two entertainers.[11][12]
In 2011, Jung and rapper Defconn became co-hosts of the new idol-focused reality show Weekly Idol.[13]
Hiatus
In November 2015, Jung's agency, FNC Entertainment, announced that he was taking a break from all activities due to his anxiety disorder. At the time, he was a cast member or host on several television shows, including Infinite Challenge, Weekly Idol, and Please Take Care of My Refrigerator.[14] Jung officially left the cast of Infinite Challenge in July 2016.[15]
Return
Jung returned as the co-host of Weekly Idol in October 2016, ending his 11-month break from television activities.[16] In March 2018, both Jung and Defconn left Weekly Idol.[17] In May, they became hosts of the variety show Idol Room.[18]
Second hiatus
On November 5, 2020, it was announced by Jung's agency FNC Entertainment that he will take another break from all activities due to anxiety disorder relapse.[19] In October 2021, Jung decided not to renew his contract with FNC Entertainment.[20]
On November 15, 2021, Jung founded the Matched Project (MCP) agency with Kim Young-man, Kim Sung-joo, and Ahn Jung-hwan.[21]
Personal life
Jung married comedy writer Han Yu-ra on September 13, 2009.[22] They have two children, twin daughters, who were born on December 11, 2012.[23]
Television appearances
Current programs
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018–2020; 2021–present | Problem Child in House (옥탑방의 문제아들) | Cast Member | Episode 1–105, 118-present [24][25] |
| 2021 | Oh Eun-young's Golden Counseling Center | Host | [26][27] |
| 2022 | Surprise: Secret Room | Host | [28] |
| Neighborhood Billiards | [29] | ||
| Ahn Jung-hwan's Hidden Qatar | Regular Member | [30] | |
| 2023 | Rural Police Returns | Cast Member | Season 1–2[31] |
Former programs
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Gag Concert (개그 콘서트) | Co-host | |
| 2005–2007 | Imagination Plus (상상플러스) | ||
| 2005–2016 | Infinite Challenge (무한도전) | Episode 1–454[32] | |
| 2007 | Explore TV-Cool Guys (TV탐험 멋진친구들) | ||
| 2008 | Mystery Commandos (미스터리 특공대) | Host | |
| 2009–2010 | Sunday Sunday Night (단 하나의 비밀 단비 Only One Secret Danbi) | Co-host | |
| 2011–2015 | Weekly Idol (주간 아이돌) | with Defconn[33] | |
| 2012 | GO Show (고쇼) | [34] | |
| 2013 | Ba-ra-dun Bada (바라던 바다) | Pilot show | |
| Uh-rap Show! (어랍쇼) | |||
| Noon-Ssul-Mi (눈썰미) | |||
| 2014–2015 | Hitmaker (형돈이와 대준이의 히트제조기) | with Defconn | |
| Please Take Care of My Refrigerator (냉장고를 부탁해) | with Kim Sung-joo[35] | ||
| Our Neighborhood Arts and Physical Education (우리동네 예능과 체육의 능력자) | |||
| 2016–2018 | Weekly Idol (주간 아이돌) | with Defconn[33] | |
| Carefree Travelers S1 (패키지로 세계일주 - 뭉쳐야 뜬다) | [36] | ||
| 2017–2018 | Night Goblin (밤도깨비) | [37] | |
| Hyena on the Keyboard (건반 위의 하이에나) | Host | [38] | |
| 2018 | Dancing High (댄싱하이) | [39] | |
| Road to Paris (파리로 가는 길) | Co-host | Episode 1–2 with Lee Chae-young and Kim Pung[40] | |
| 2018–2020 | Idol Room (아이돌룸) | Episode 1–87, alongside Defconn[41] | |
| 2019 | Prison Life of Fools (호구들의 감빵생활) | Cast Member | Episode 1–26[42][43] |
| 2020 | Idol on Quiz (퀴즈 위의 아이돌) | Co-host | Episode 1–18 with Jang Sung-kyu[44][45] |
| 2022 | legend festival | Host | [46] |
| Jump Like a Witch | [47] | ||
| Accapella | [48][49] |
Drama
- Rollercoaster (재밌는TV 롤러코스터, 2009~) Leading actor with Jeong Ga-eun
Discography
Singles
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Sales (DL) | Album |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOR [50] | ||||
| As lead artist | ||||
| "Spring Chicken Soup" (영계백숙) | 2012 | 8 |
| I'm A Singer in My Own Right |
| "Gangbuk Gentleman" (강북멋쟁이) | 2013 | 1 |
| Park Myung-soo’s How About This? |
| Collaborations | ||||
| "Jump" with Luna | 2011 | 70 | — | Enjoy Today Rock Project |
| "The Innocent Macho" (순정마초) with Jung Jae-hyung | 5 |
| Infinite Challenge West Coast Highway Festival | |
| "Change The Game" with Defconn, JD | 39 |
| Non-album single | |
| "Going To Try" (해볼라고) with G-Dragon | 2013 | 2 |
| Infinite Challenge Jayu-ro Song Festival |
| "Wonderful Barn" (멋진헛간) with Hyukoh | 2015 | 4 |
| Infinite Challenge Yeongdong Highway Music Festival |
| "Today" (오늘은) with Solji, Yoo Jae-hwan | 32 |
| Don't Worry Music Vol. 1 | |
| "Shall We Walk?" (걸을까) with Yoo Jae-hwan | 93 |
| Don't Worry Music Vol. 2 | |
| As featured artist | ||||
| "Not an Easy Girl" Lizzy feat. Jung Hyung-don | 2015 | 38 |
| Non-album single |
Awards
| Year | Awards show | Category | Nominated Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 17th KBS Awards Comedian Contest Amateur | Statue | Jung Hyung-don | Won |
| 2003 | KBS Entertainment Awards | Best Newcomer Award – Comedy | Jung Hyung-don | Won |
| Top Excellence Award – Idea (Corner) | Gag Concert: "Doremi" | Won | ||
| 2004 | Excellence Award – Comedy | Gag Concert: "Beautiful Flowers" | Won | |
| 2006 | MBC Entertainment Awards | Best Program Award | Infinite Challenge (shared with cast members) | Won |
| 2007 | MBC Entertainment Awards | Best Program Award | Infinite Challenge (shared with cast members) | Won |
| 2008 | MBC Entertainment Awards | Outstanding Male Entertainer | Jung Hyung-don | Won |
| Best Variety Show | Infinite Challenge (shared with cast members) | Won | ||
| 89th National Athletic Competition | Aerobic Amateur Club 6-People - 2nd place | Infinite Challenge Team (shared with cast members) | Won | |
| 2009 | MBC Entertainment Awards | Best Program Award | Infinite Challenge (shared with cast members) | Won |
| 2010 | KCTA Cable TV Broadcast Awards | TV Star of the Year | Jung Hyung-don | Won |
| 5th Arena-Audi A-Awards | Top "Black Collar Workers" – Innovation | Infinite Challenge Team | Won | |
| 2011 | The 53rd National Rowing Championships | 2000m Novice Inn (Special Award) | Infinite Challenge Team | Won |
| MelOn Music Awards | Trend Award | Infinite Challenge Theme – "West Coast Highway Song Festival" (shared with cast members) | Won | |
| 2013 | MBC Entertainment Awards | Most Popular Program | Infinite Challenge (shared with cast members) | Won |
| "Best Couple" Award | Jung Hyung-don (with G-Dragon) | Won | ||
| High Excellence Award for Variety Shows – Male | Jung Hyung-don | Won | ||
| 2014 | KBS Entertainment Awards | Top Entertainer Award | Cool Kiz on the Block | Won |
| MBC Entertainment Awards | Entertainment Program of the Year | Infinite Challenge (shared with cast members) | Won | |
| 2015 | 42nd Korea Broadcasting Prizes | Grand Prize | Infinite Challenge (shared with cast members) | Won[60] |
| 51st Paeksang Arts Awards | Best Variety Performer - Male | Jung Hyung-don (for Please Take Care of My Refrigerator, Infinite Challenge) | Nominated | |
| KBS Entertainment Awards | Variety Star Award | Jung Hyung-don | Won |
References
External links
- Jung Hyung-don at FNC Entertainment (in Korean)