Jamie Chung

Jamie Chung has transitioned from reality television to an established actress and producer, known for her roles in film and television. After being cast in MTV’s ‘The Real World: San Diego’ in 2004, Jamie Chung went on to become one of the most successful alumnae from the series to transition into a prominent media career. Her initial exposure on reality television also included a victory with her team in the spin-off ‘Real World/Road Rules Challenge: The Inferno II’ in 2005. Chung soon embarked on an acting career, securing minor roles in television series such as ‘Veronica Mars’ (2006) and ‘Days of Our Lives’ (2007).

Continuing to build a diverse filmography, Chung became recognized for her recurring role as Mulan in the ABC fantasy series ‘Once Upon a Time’ from 2012 to 2016. She also lent her voice to the character Go Go Tomago in Disney’s Academy Award-winning animated film ‘Big Hero 6’ (2014), a role she reprised for ‘Big Hero 6: The Series’ which aired from 2017 to 2021. Her television work further includes a series regular role in the superhero drama ‘The Gifted’ from 2017 to 2019, showcasing her versatility across genres. In 2020, Chung delivered a critically praised recurring performance as Ji-Ah in the HBO series ‘Lovecraft Country,’ a role she described as her most challenging to date.

Beyond acting, she has taken on production responsibilities, serving as an executive producer for the film ‘Already Tomorrow in Hong Kong’ (2015). Demonstrating her multifaceted engagement within and outside the entertainment industry, Chung maintains a fashion blog, ‘What the Chung?’, and engages in various strategic brand partnerships.