On the evening of the 15th at 7:50 PM, TV CHOSUN's 'Baekban Journey with Heo Young-man' will feature Jang Yoon-jeong, the 'national trot singer,' celebrating her birthday on Lunar New Year in Ganghwa County, an island near the Korean Peninsula's border.
Jang Yoon-jeong, the self-proclaimed Trot Queen, even performed in North Korea in 2007. Known as the 'top choice for event bookings,' she performs on stages ranging from landfills to trucks. Jang revealed, 'I traveled the equivalent of five and a half times around the Earth for events in a year, spending 250 million won on fuel,' astonishing everyone. Despite her hectic schedule, which saw her tires burst three times, she has always kept her promises to her audience.
For 27 years, Jang has consistently released hits like 'Oh My Goodness,' 'Jjan Jjara,' and 'Olé.' She credits her family as her motivation to stand before audiences. Her husband, announcer Do Kyung-wan, provides unwavering support and encouragement. Her pride extends to her son Yeon-woo and daughter Ha-young, who have shown exceptional talent, with Yeon-woo attending a gifted camp at Johns Hopkins University. Additionally, her loving mother-in-law, who makes seaweed soup for her birthday, which coincides with Lunar New Year, adds to her joy.
Jang's deep affection for her juniors is also highlighted. Since 2019, she has served as a judge on the 'Miss Trot' and 'Mr. Trot' series, discovering stars like Lim Young-woong and Song Ga-in. 'I want to be a senior who supports juniors to rise higher,' Jang expressed, hinting at a new chapter in nurturing talent by establishing her agency last year. Debuting as a trot idol at the young age of 24, Jang has become a legend, emphasizing that 'the key to a successful trot singer is attitude,' showcasing her seniority.
Meanwhile, 'Baekban Journey with Heo Young-man' airs on the 15th at 7:50 PM.
Reporter Da-yeon Jeong, Ten Asia light@tenasia.co.kr