Jung Eun-woo, whose real name was Jeong Dong-jin, reportedly died on the morning of February 11. His family has not shared the cause of death and has requested privacy during this difficult time.
His Instagram post, which he shared just one day before his death, gained attention. In the post, he uploaded photos of two late global stars, Leslie Cheung and Amy Winehouse. Both artists were known for their talent and also for passing away at a young age. Along with their pictures, Jung also shared a photo of himself.
He captioned the post with the words: “Missing, envying, regretting..PIR.BG.” After his death, many people began discussing the meaning of this message. Some social media users believe the letters “PIR.BG” could be read in reverse as “GB.RIP,” possibly meaning “Goodbye, Rest in Peace.” However, this is only a guess by online followers. There has been no official explanation about what he meant.
Some of his popular works include H.I.T., Five Fingers, One Well-Raised Daughter, The Tale of the Bookworm, The Return of Hwang Geum-bok, and My Only One. Through these shows, he became a familiar face for drama lovers. He often played emotionally intense roles, and viewers appreciated his natural acting style.
Apart from television, he also worked in films. His last screen appearance was in the 2021 movie Memory: Manipulated Murder. Though he had not been very active recently, fans still followed him online and continued to support him.
According to reports, his wake is being held at New Goryeo Hospital Funeral Hall, Special Room 2, in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province. Family members, close friends, and colleagues are expected to gather there to pay their final respects. The funeral procession is scheduled for midday on February 13. After that, cremation will take place at Byeokje Seunghwawon.
Since the news came out, social media has been filled with messages of love and shock. Fans are sharing scenes from his dramas and writing emotional notes. Many say he left too soon and that he will be remembered for his work and quiet presence.
Jung Eun-woo’s passing at 40 is a big loss for the Korean entertainment world. He worked hard, built a steady career, and touched many hearts through his performances.
