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It has been 19 years since the late actress Jeong Da Bin passed away.
On February 10, 2007, Jeong Da Bin was found dead in a villa in Samsung-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, at her boyfriend’s house. She was 26 years old.
According to the police, Jeong Da Bin’s boyfriend stated, “I brought her home while she was drunk, but when I woke up, she was dead.”
The police concluded that although no suicide note was found at the time of her death, there were no signs of drug use or foul play, and she took her own life.
It was reported that she had been suffering from mental stress due to discouragement over a slump in her career.
The sudden news shocked everyone. Jeong Da Bin debuted in 2000 with the SBS sitcom Money.com and gained explosive popularity on the MBC sitcom New Nonstop.
The MBC drama Cats On The Roof was a major hit, and she won the Best New Actress award at the MBC Drama Awards that year, as well as the SBS Best New Actress award for the SBS drama My Sister-In-Law Is Nineteen.
Seoul, February 10, 2026 – Today marks the 19th anniversary of the death of Jeong Da Bin, the South Korean actress whose promising career was tragically cut short. The actress, known for her vibrant roles in popular television series, was 26 years old when she died.
A Rising Star Silenced Too Soon
Jeong Da Bin’s death in 2007 sent shockwaves through the Korean entertainment industry, prompting questions about the pressures faced by young performers.
On February 10, 2007, Jeong Da Bin was discovered deceased at her boyfriend’s residence in a villa located in Samsung-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. According to police reports, her boyfriend stated, “I brought her home while she was drunk, but when I woke up, she was dead.”
Investigators determined that while no suicide note was found, and there was no evidence of foul play or drug use, the circumstances indicated a suicide. Reports at the time indicated Jeong Da Bin had been experiencing significant emotional distress stemming from a perceived downturn in her career.
Did you know? Jeong Da Bin’s early success came with roles in two highly-rated sitcoms, Money.com (SBS, 2000) and New Nonstop (MBC).
Early Success and Award-Winning Performances
Jeong Da Bin first appeared on screen in 2000 with a role in the SBS sitcom Money.com. She quickly rose to prominence, captivating audiences with her comedic timing and endearing personality. Her breakthrough role came with the MBC sitcom New Nonstop, where her popularity soared.
The actress further cemented her status as a rising star with her performance in the MBC drama Cats On The Roof, which proved to be a major hit with viewers. Her talent was recognized with the Best New Actress award at the MBC Drama Awards that same year. She also received the SBS Best New Actress award for her work in the SBS drama My Sister-In-Law Is Nineteen.
The loss of Jeong Da Bin remains a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by those in the public eye and the importance of mental health awareness.
- Jeong Da Bin died on February 10, 2007, at the age of 26.
- She was found at her boyfriend’s home in Seoul, South Korea.
- Police concluded her death was a suicide, though no note was found.
- Jeong Da Bin gained fame through roles in Money.com, New Nonstop, and Cats On The Roof.
