Personal Details :
- Full Name: Lee Joo-yeon (이주연)
- Stage Name: Jooyeon (주연)
- Date of Birth: March 19, 1987
- Birthplace: Nowon District, Seoul, South Korea
- Height: 168 cm (5’6″)
- Blood Type: AB
- Education: Dongduk Women’s University
- Languages: Korean (Fluent), Japanese (Basic)
- Religion: Protestant
- Fan Club Name: Jooyeon’s Angels
Social Media Presence :
Career Overview :
- 2007: Made a cameo appearance in the movie My Tutor Friend 2 as Azumi.
- 2008: Performed “Play Girlz” with Son Dam-bi at the SBS Song Festival.
- 2009: Debuted as a member of After School on January 15 with the single “AH!” and the EP New Schoolgirl.
- 2010: Made her acting debut in the drama Smile Again and joined the variety show Invincible Youth as part of the G7 team.
- 2011: Became leader of the subunit A.S. Blue, which debuted with the single “Wonder Boy” on July 20.
- 2014: Graduated from After School on June 30 after her contract with Pledis Entertainment expired; she was one of the only two members to remain through all promotional periods.
- 2015–2017: Signed with Better ENT to pursue her acting career.
- 2017: Appeared in the crime film The King and the historical drama Saimdang, Memoir of Colors.
- 2018: Signed with Mystic Entertainment and took roles in The Undateables and Devilish Charm.
- 2021–Present: Signed with C-JeS Entertainment and continues her acting career.
Personal Life & Interests :
- On November 21, 2011, Jooyeon was hospitalized due to acute nephritis but was discharged on November 29 and resumed activities.
- After leaving After School, she held a fan meeting to say goodbye and received strong support from fans and former group members.
- She enjoys acting and has been focusing on her acting career since graduating from After School.
- Known for her dedication and professionalism in both singing and acting.
Net Worth :
Jooyeon (Lee Joo-yeon), the former member of After School, has an estimated net worth ranging from $1 million to $5 million as of 2025. This estimation reflects her career as a singer, actress, and her ventures into business. Her income sources include her time with After School, solo music projects, acting roles, and business endeavors. However, specific details about her earnings from these activities are not publicly disclosed.
Awards & Achievements :
- Asia Model Awards 2021 – Model Star Award for her role in Samjin Company English Class
- Asan Chungmugong International Action Film Festival 2022 – Special Award for Action Hero
- Blue Dragon Film Awards 2018 – Nominated for Best Supporting Actress for Believer
- Buil Film Awards 2018 – Nominated for Best Supporting Actress for Believer
- Baeksang Arts Awards 2019 – Nominated for Best New Actress (Film) for Believer
- Blue Dragon Series Awards 2024 – Nominated for Best Supporting Actress for The 8 Show
Fun Facts :
- Jooyeon is known for her versatile talents, excelling both as a singer and an actress.
- She has a reputation for being kind and caring toward her fans and fellow artists.
- Jooyeon was one of the longest-serving members of After School, staying throughout the group’s entire active years.
- She has overcome health challenges, including a bout with acute nephritis, showing resilience and dedication.