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Actor Jo Jin-woong Faces Scandal Over Teenage Delinquency Claims
6 Dec
Summary
- Actor Jo Jin-woong allegedly committed crimes like car theft in high school.
- He reportedly faced charges for robbery and r*** in a 1994 criminal trial.
- A new drama, 'The Second Signal', starring Jo Jin-woong faces uncertainty.
South Korean actor Jo Jin-woong is facing serious allegations from his teenage years. Entertainment outlet Dispatch has reported that the 49-year-old star was involved in delinquent activities during high school, including car theft and driving without a license. These claims culminated in a 1994 criminal trial where he allegedly faced charges of robbery and r***.
Sources suggest Jo Jin-woong spent time in a juvenile detention facility. The report also speculates that his adoption of the stage name Jo Jin-woong, instead of his birth name Jo Won-jun, may have been an attempt to hide his past. Further allegations point to adult offenses, including a fine for assault in 2003 and a drunk driving incident that led to his license suspension after his 2004 debut.
The revelations come at a critical time for tvN's 'The Second Signal', scheduled for early 2026. This highly anticipated sequel, which sees the return of original cast members, has completed filming. However, the controversy surrounding Jo Jin-woong's alleged past has cast doubt on the drama's future, leaving fans concerned.
