Where is Johyun Now? Idol's Status After Berry Good's Disbandment
Shin Jee Won, or simply known as Johyun, is a former Berry Good member. After Berry Good's disbandment, fans became curious about Johyun's current whereabouts.
Here's what we know so far.
Former Berry Good Johyun's Personal Life, Idol Career, More
Johyun was born on April 14, 1996, in Seongnam, South Korea. In her birth, she was named as Shin Jiwon. As for her education, Johyun studied at Dongduk Women's University, where she studied Broadcasting and Entertainment.
In 2013, Johyun became an idol trainee to prepare for debut. Initially in May 2014, the original lineup of Berry Good comprised of five members, namely Iera, Gowoon, Nayeon, Taeha, and Subin. On May 21, 2014, Berry Good officially debuted with their first digital single "Love Letter."
However, three members from the group left to focus on academics in January 2015. This led the group to greet Seoyul, Sehyung, and Daye. In October 2016, Johyun was added as the sixth member of Berry Good.
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The group then continued to undergo numerous lineup changes. In 2019, member Taeha departed from Berry Good due to her contract expiration. This was followed by Daye, who went on an indefinite hiatus because of health issues, and eventually disappearing from the group.
At the end, Johyun, Gowoon, Sehyung, and Seoyul became the four members who remained under JTG Entertainment.
In 2017, Johyun participated as a contestant on the survival show MIXNINE, along with fellow bandmates Daye and Seoyul. Johyun was eliminated in the program's episode 13, after earning a rank on the No. 24 spot.
On May 12, 2021, at 6 p.m., KST, JTG Entertainment announced the group's disbandment. The information was posted on the group's official SNS, concluding their activities together after seven years.
"JTG Entertainment has now merged with Starweave Entertainment. JTG Entertainment also engaged in an in-depth conversation with Berry Good members Johyun and Sehyung, to discuss the best possible consequence for all parties."
"Based on what we discussed, it was concluded that Johyun will join Starweave Entertainment, as there's still time on her exclusive contract with JTG Entertainment."
Where Is Former Berry Good Johyun Now? Here's What We Know
After Berry Good disbanded, Johyun signed in to Starweave Entertainment as announced by JTG. The idol decided to pursue a career in acting. Johyun has appeared in the web series "Cherry Blossoms After Winter," where she starred as the female lead.
On January 11, it was reported that Johyun has now signed in to new agency Ghost Studio. The actress went by her new stage name Shin Jee Won.
Moreover, Johyun is also active in her Instagram, where she posts updates about her daily activities and schedules.
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