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Chun Woo-won

b. 1999

South Korean activist (born 1996)

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About Chun Woo-won

Born 1999.

Chun Woo-won (; born January 23, 1996), also known by the English name Jamie Chun, is a South Korean activist and whistleblower.

Early life and family Chun was born in 1996 as the second son of Chun Jae-yong, the second son of Chun Doo-hwan.

Whistleblowing and revelations (2023) In March 2023, Chun launched a series of social media broadcasts from New York making several high-profile allegations against his family.

He publicly labeled his grandfather a "mass murderer," "slaughterer," and "criminal".

Return to South Korea and Gwangju apology Chun returned to South Korea on March 28, 2023, where he was immediately arrested at Incheon International Airport on suspicion of drug use. In a highly publicized ceremony, he performed a keunjeol (a full-prostration bow) before victims and survivors.

Legal proceedings Chun was indicted for violating the Narcotics Control Act.

Digital storytelling In late 2025, Chun began releasing an AI-generated webtoon series on his Instagram titled Monggeuli. He has expressed a desire to continue telling his story to prevent the erasure of historical truths.

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Who is Chun Woo-won?

South Korean activist (born 1996)

When was Chun Woo-won born?

Chun Woo-won was born on 23 January 1999.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Chun Woo-won

· Wikidata: Q117358517

· DBpedia: Chun Woo-won

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