A Series of Facts About Handsome Ahjussi Jung Sung Il in the Drama 'THE GLORY' That You Haven't Known Yet, Once Worked as a Newspaper Boy - Parking Attendant

THE GLORY drama lovers must be familiar with the name Jung Sung Il. The actor who played the character Ha Do Yeong successfully stole the hearts of viewers through his acting skills and charm as a handsome ahjussi.

Before achieving success like now, Jung Sung Il actually built his acting career through musical theater 20 years ago. He was recorded as the lead actor in several titles such as Fantasy Couple (2011), Sheer Madness (2015), Get Off Work At 6 (2018-2019), and Mio Fratello (2020).

Not many know that Jung Sung Il actually had a difficult life since childhood. He was raised by his older sister who was only 2 years older. His mother was seriously ill, while they also had to take care of their elderly grandmother.

Living in poverty since childhood, Jung Sung Il admits that he has experienced hunger to the point of not being able to afford money for drinking water. One day, he even dared to drink from a puddle of water on the ground while his sister was at school.

Grateful to have a hardworking older sister who raised him, Jung Sung Il grew up to become a hardworking man. Before entering the theater world, he worked as a newspaper boy, milk deliveryman, janitor, parking attendant, driver, and many more.

Although he never reveals his religious beliefs, Jung Sung Il always includes two unique hashtags in every Instagram post, #Godblessyou and #Godmakesnomistakes.

Recently, many memes have circulated stating that Jung Sung Il has a face similar to National MC Yoo Jae Suk. What do you think?

Last but not least, not many people know that Jung Sung Il is actually married. His love story with his wife is also similar to the plot of a Korean drama. They had a long-distance relationship and broke up several times before finally getting married and being happy until now.