Jo Jung-rin Welcomes Second Daughter

Former broadcaster turned journalist Jo Jung-rin has welcomed her second child, a daughter.

According to TenAsia's report on the 7th, Jo gave birth to her second daughter on the 4th. Both mother and child are healthy, and the family is overjoyed as Jo is currently recovering.

Last year in May, Jo faced the loss of her mother. It was later revealed that she was in the early stages of pregnancy at the time, making the farewell even more poignant. Jo was accompanied by her then 7-month-old first child at the funeral, which touched many hearts.

In March 2023, Jo married her lawyer partner in a ceremony held at a hotel in Seoul. Just two months after the wedding, she announced her pregnancy, and in November of the same year, she welcomed her first daughter.

Jo Jung-rin made her entertainment debut in 2002 after winning the grand prize at MBC's 'Paldo Mimic Singer King.' She has since appeared in various shows such as 'Section TV Entertainment Communication,' 'Thrilling Blind Date,' 'Strong Heart,' 'Heart-Pounding Change,' 'Nonstop 5,' 'Pure 19,' and 'Every Night,' showcasing her versatility as an entertainment reporter, actress, MC, and radio DJ.

After a decade in broadcasting, Jo transitioned to journalism in 2012, joining TV Chosun as a reporter. She has worked in the culture, society, politics, and investigative reporting departments. Jo pursued further studies at Korea University's Graduate School of Journalism while balancing her broadcasting career, marking a unique shift to journalism.

Reported by Yoo Ye-ji, TenAsia ryuperstar@tenasia.co.kr