Jung Chae-yul (1996-2023) was a South Korean actress and model. She was known for acting in KBS2’s Korean TV series titled ‘Zombie Detective.’ She died in April 2023 at the age of 26.
Wiki/Biography
Jung Chae-yul was born on Wednesday, 4 September 1996 (age 26 years; at the time of death) in South Korea. Her zodiac sign was Virgo. Before venturing into acting, she worked in the modelling industry.
A childhood image of Jung Chae-yul
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
Weight (approx.): 50 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Body Measurements (approx.): 30-26-30
Family
Parents & Siblings
She has a brother named Wooni.
Jung Chae-yul with her brother
Husband
She was unmarried.
Career
Modelling
In 2016, she began her modelling career with the Korean modelling show Devil’s Runway. She modelled for many clothing brands and has appeared in many fashion magazines including Elle and Grazia.
Jung Chae-yul in Grazia magazine
Film
In 2018, she made her acting debut with the Korean film ‘Deep.’
Poster of the 2018 Korean film ‘Deep’
Television
In 2020, she made her television debut with the Korean fantasy drama TV series ‘Detective Zombie,’ which aired on KBS2. In the show, she played the role of Bae Yoon-mi.
Poster of the 2020 Korean TV series ‘Zombie Detective’
Death
On 11 April 2023, she died at the age of 26. She was found dead at her home in South Korea. Her management agency, Management S, announced the news of her death.
Facts/Trivia
- Jung Chae-yul was a skilled swimmer.
- She was an avid animal lover and had a pet cat and a dog.
Jung Chae-yul with her pet dog
- She was a travel enthusiast and had travelled to many countries including Japan and the USA.
- She used to consume alcohol occasionally.
Jung Chae-yul drinking alcohol