Do-yeon Jeon

Biography

Do-yeon Jeon, born on 11 February 1973 in South Korea, is a renowned actress celebrated for her impactful performances in film. She gained international recognition for her role in Lee Chang-dong's 2007 film "Secret Sunshine," which earned her the Best Actress award at the 60th Cannes Film Festival, making her the first Korean actress to achieve this honor at a major film festival. Additionally, she received the Best Performance by an Actress award at the 1st Asia Pacific Screen Awards for the same role. While Jeon may not be as widely popular with mainstream audiences in South Korea due to her selective film choices, she is highly respected within the industry and has inspired many young actresses who regard her as a role model. She currently resides in South Korea and is married.