Jung Ho-yeon, born on 23 June 1994 in Seoul, South Korea, began her modeling career at 16 with a debut at Seoul Fashion Week in 2010. She gained recognition after placing second in Korea's Next Top Model in 2013 and became the face of Vogue Korea, Elle, and W. In 2016, she signed with The Society Management in New York, walking for brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Adidas. Her distinctive red hair became her signature look. Transitioning to acting in 2020, she signed with Saram Entertainment and gained international fame for her role as Kang Se-byeok in Squid Game (2021), earning a SAG Award in 2022 and an Emmy nomination.
In 2025, Jung Ho-yeon joined BH Entertainment and appeared in films such as Hope (2021) and The Hole (2022), as well as a Pharrell Williams x Chanel commercial. She maintains a strong social media presence with over 19 million Instagram followers. Her net worth was estimated at $8 million in 2025. Alongside her entertainment career, she is active in environmental and women's rights causes.
