Choi Soo-jong (born on December 18, 1962) is a South Korean actor.
Choi made his debut in 1987 as a young actor in the TV soap opera
‘Love Tree’. He has appeared in movies, on television and as an MC
for various award shows. He has received worldwide recognition for his
leading roles in several highly successful shows. Most recently he
garnered acclaim for his portrayals of the principal characters in the
Korean historical dramas Emperor of the Sea playing the role of Jang
Bogo, and as the title character Dae Joyoung in the epic series Dae Jo
Yeong (TV series).When reflecting on his more than twenty years as an
actor, Choi said "To an actor, fame is short, but acting is long."As a
public figure and social activist, Choi Soo-jong has sought to project
an image of integrity and wholesomeness. His fidelity to his wife and
dedication to his role as father and husband are widely discussed in
the media, although he strives to retain his family's privacy. Choi
also openly discusses his commitment to clean living through regular
exercise and healthy eating. Despite his advancing age, Choi continues
to accept physically challenging roles that require horseback riding,
combat and swordsmanship, and exposure to extreme temperatures. His
youthful appearance and physical fitness allow Choi to play characters
much younger than his actual age.Despite Choi's image of integrity and
health, in 2007 his career was briefly overshadowed by scandal. In a
series of news stories, it was revealed that several high-profile
Korean actors had falsified their academic credentials. Choi was among
those whose educational background on his resume proved to be
exaggerated and included untrue information. Choi tearfully apologized
for misleading the public.
Choi made his debut in 1987 as a young actor in the TV soap opera
‘Love Tree’. He has appeared in movies, on television and as an MC
for various award shows. He has received worldwide recognition for his
leading roles in several highly successful shows. Most recently he
garnered acclaim for his portrayals of the principal characters in the
Korean historical dramas Emperor of the Sea playing the role of Jang
Bogo, and as the title character Dae Joyoung in the epic series Dae Jo
Yeong (TV series).When reflecting on his more than twenty years as an
actor, Choi said "To an actor, fame is short, but acting is long."As a
public figure and social activist, Choi Soo-jong has sought to project
an image of integrity and wholesomeness. His fidelity to his wife and
dedication to his role as father and husband are widely discussed in
the media, although he strives to retain his family's privacy. Choi
also openly discusses his commitment to clean living through regular
exercise and healthy eating. Despite his advancing age, Choi continues
to accept physically challenging roles that require horseback riding,
combat and swordsmanship, and exposure to extreme temperatures. His
youthful appearance and physical fitness allow Choi to play characters
much younger than his actual age.Despite Choi's image of integrity and
health, in 2007 his career was briefly overshadowed by scandal. In a
series of news stories, it was revealed that several high-profile
Korean actors had falsified their academic credentials. Choi was among
those whose educational background on his resume proved to be
exaggerated and included untrue information. Choi tearfully apologized
for misleading the public.
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