Kristina Sunshine Jung was born on August 1, 1978, to George Jung and Mirtha Jung. Her father, George Jung—also known as “Boston George” and “El Americano”—was a notorious drug trafficker during the 1970s and early 1980s. He was a key figure linked to the Medellín Cartel, which was responsible for smuggling a significant portion of cocaine into the United States during that era. The cartel, originating in the Colombian city of Medellín, is estimated to have controlled as much as 80–90% of the cocaine trade entering the U.S. at its peak.
Kristina experienced a troubled childhood. Her mother, Mirtha Jung, struggled with drug addiction, and her father spent much of her early life incarcerated due to his involvement in drug trafficking. Despite these challenges, Kristina eventually forged her own path apart from her parents’ criminal background.
The story of George Jung's life gained widespread attention with the release of the 2001 film Blow, directed by Ted Demme and starring Johnny Depp as George Jung. The movie is based on the 1993 book Blow: How a Small Town Boy Made $100 Million with the Medellín Cartel and Lost It All by Bruce Porter. The film chronicles the rise and fall of George Jung and his involvement in the U.S. cocaine market, including his connections with the Medellín Cartel and drug kingpin Pablo Escobar. Kristina Sunshine Jung is briefly portrayed in the film as George’s daughter, highlighting the emotional rift created by his criminal lifestyle.
Kristina Sunshine Jung kept a relatively low public profile for many years, focusing on her personal life. She was married to Romain Karan, and the couple has a daughter, Athena Romain Karan. After George Jung was released from prison in 2014, Kristina and her father began the process of rebuilding their relationship. Their reunion has attracted interest from fans of the film and those familiar with George Jung's criminal past.
| Net Worth 2021: | 150 thousand |
