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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
<p>Gong Yoo, born <a href="/biography/gong-yoo">Gong Ji-Cheol</a>, is a South Korean <a href="/biography/gong-yoo">actor</a> known for his versatility and depth in portraying complex characters. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Theater from Kyung Hee University, where he cultivated the skills that would eventually launch his acting career.</p>

<h2>Career Beginnings and Breakthrough</h2>
<p>Gong Yoo began his career by taking on minor roles in films and television dramas. His breakout came in 2005 with the television drama <em>Biscuit Teacher and Star Candy</em>, where his performance caught the attention of both audiences and casting directors.</p>

<p>However, it was his leading role as Choi Han-Kyul in the 2007 MBC romantic comedy <em>The 1st Shop of Coffee Prince</em> that solidified his status as a major star. The show’s popularity not only boosted his fame domestically but also established him as a prominent Hallyu (Korean Wave) actor across Asia.</p>

<h2>Military Service and Social Impact Work</h2>
<p>Gong Yoo completed his mandatory two-year military service in the South Korean Armed Forces. During his service, he worked on the theatrical adaptation of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gong_Jiyeong">Gong Ji-Young</a>’s novel <em>The Crucible</em>, which he later helped bring to the screen as a gift to honor a senior’s promotion following his enlistment.</p>

<p>The film adaptation, released in 2011 under the title <em>Silenced</em>, sparked national outrage upon its release. It exposed real-life abuse at a school for hearing-impaired children and led to public outcry. The controversy prompted an official investigation and significant legislative reform. The resulting action by the National Assembly was the passage of the so-called “Dogani Bill,” aimed at protecting minors and the disabled from sexual abuse.</p>

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<h2>Return to Film and Humanitarian Work</h2>
<p>After a two-year hiatus from acting in films, Gong Yoo returned in 2013 with the action thriller <em>The Suspect</em>, in which he played an elite North Korean spy who defects after betrayal by his homeland. That same year, he was appointed as a special representative for UNICEF Korea during the 24th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. In this role, Gong Yoo visited various countries to raise awareness about the challenges facing children in underdeveloped regions.</p>

<h2>Public Influence and Recognition</h2>
<p>In 2014, Gong Yoo was named an ambassador for South Korea’s National Tax Service alongside <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ha_Ji-won">actress</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ha_Ji-won">Ha Ji-Won</a>. As part of this campaign, both participated in promotional posters and public service events to encourage accurate tax reporting and civic responsibility.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Net Worth</h2>
<p>Gong Yoo maintains a relatively private personal life. As of now, he is not married and does not have a spouse. He stands 1.82 meters tall and weighs approximately 74 kilograms.</p>

<p>He has an estimated net worth of over $2 million, earned through his numerous roles in popular television dramas and successful films. His biography is widely available online, and fans can follow his latest activities through various social media platforms.</p>

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