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- Korean actor Jung Eun-woo (Jeong Dong-jin) passed away suddenly at the age of 40 on February 11, 2026.
- His funeral was held on February 13, 2026, in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, with burial at Byeokje Seunghwawon.
- The exact cause of death remains unknown, but speculation arose from a cryptic Instagram post shared a day prior.
- The last post featured images of deceased stars Jang Kook-young and Amy Winehouse, along with his own profile picture, captioned “Missing, envy, regretting..” and “PIR.BG.”
- Jung Eun-woo was known for K-dramas like ‘Bride of the Sun’ and ‘Five Fingers,’ and won SBS Acting Awards in 2012 and 2013.
GIMPO (Azat TV) – Korean actor Jung Eun-woo, celebrated for his roles in popular K-dramas such as ‘Bride of the Sun’ and ‘Welcome to Waikiki 2,’ passed away suddenly at the age of 40 on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. His funeral was held on February 13 in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, drawing widespread attention to a poignant and cryptic social media post he shared just a day before his death.
Jung Eun-woo, whose real name was Jeong Dong-jin, died unexpectedly, though the exact cause of his passing remains undisclosed. However, public speculation intensified following the discovery of his final Instagram post, which featured images of renowned deceased figures, Chinese star Jang Kook-young and British artist Amy Winehouse, alongside a profile picture of himself. Jang Kook-young died at 47 in 2003, and Amy Winehouse passed away at 27 in 2011.
Jung Eun-woo’s Cryptic Final Social Media Post
The actor’s last social media update, shared a mere day before his death, included the melancholic caption, ‘Missing, envy, regretting..’ and the phrase ‘PIR.BG.’ Tragically, the profile picture from this very post was later used as his portrait during the funeral services, according to reports from Star News Korea.
The suddenness of his death, coupled with the reflective and somber nature of his final online message, has led to considerable discussion among fans and the media. While officials have not released details regarding the cause of death, the timing and content of the post have fueled various unconfirmed theories.
A Career Defined by Notable Roles
Born Jeong Dong-jin, Jung Eun-woo began his acting career in 2006 with the KBS youth drama ‘Roundup 3’ after studying theater and film at Dongguk University. He quickly gained prominence, solidifying his name with his role in SBS’s ‘Bride of the Sun’ in 2011.
Throughout his career, Jung Eun-woo consistently appeared in several high-profile SBS dramas, including ‘Five Fingers,’ ‘One Well-Bred Daughter,’ and ‘Stranger.’ His talent was recognized with an SBS Acting Award in 2012 and an SBS Acting Award for Special Performance in 2013, highlighting his significant contributions to the Korean television landscape.
The Legacy of Jung Eun-woo
Beyond his early successes, Jung Eun-woo continued to take on diverse roles, notably playing Wang Yi-ryuk in the SBS daily drama ‘The Return of the Golden Blessing’ in 2015 and appearing in the KBS 2TV weekend drama ‘The One and Only Me.’ His final cinematic appearance was in the 2021 film ‘Memory: Manipulated Murder,’ which now stands as his posthumous work.
The mortuary for the deceased was established in Room 2 of the funeral hall at New Korea Hospital. The burial took place at 12 p.m. on February 13, with Jangji (the burial site) located at Byeokje Seunghwawon. His untimely death marks a significant loss for the Korean entertainment industry, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a career cut short.
Jung Eun-woo’s passing, particularly the public’s focus on his final, enigmatic social media activity, underscores the intense scrutiny public figures face and how quickly personal expressions can become central to their posthumous narrative, prompting a broader conversation about mental well-being within the demanding entertainment industry.