Queen of Tears Kim Ji Won Net Worth: How Rich?

Because of “Queen of Tears,” Kim Ji Won’s career improved significantly. This role was exactly what she needed to bounce back after a series of Kdrama failures.

Originally intended for IU, she declined, stating that she had already portrayed a similar energy and character in “Hotel Del Luna.” This decision turned out to be a golden opportunity for Kim Ji Won.

She first gained fame in “The Heirs” in 2013, followed by “Descendants of the Sun” and “Fight for My Way.” However, her subsequent series like “Arthdal Chronicles” and “Lovestruck in the City” didn’t fare well, including “My Liberation Notes.” But “Queen of Tears” became the role that propelled her back to A-list status.

This made me curious about Kim Ji Won’s life story. She was scouted on the street in 2007 as a teenager, then underwent three years of training. It turns out she studied in Chicago, Illinois, in the US, where her relatives lived, before her formal debut. Initially, she aimed to debut as a singer under the stage name JessicaK, but it soon became apparent that her talent lay in TV dramas and commercials. Her role in the music video for Bigbang’s song “Lollipop” also contributed to her fame as the “Lollipop girl.”

Despite being in the industry for a while, it was her role in “Queen of Tears” that significantly boosted her earnings and reputation, increasing Kim Ji Won’s wealth.

Her net worth before “Queen of Tears” was reportedly only $5 million USD, but after the show, she gained numerous opportunities and endorsements, adding an additional $2 million USD to her net worth. Luxury brands like Gucci, Adidas, Mediheal, and Burberry wanted to sign her, and she replaced Han So Hee as the brand endorser for Lotte after a controversy. She’s also set to appear in fashion magazines like Marie Claire Korea and Harper’s Bazaar Korea. With 10 million followers on social media, she reportedly earns $100,000 USD for a single post.