Nigerian-Korean model and content creator Jenny Park (박제니) has been officially named to the 2026 Forbes Korea 30 Under 30 list under the Art & Style category, cementing her status as one of South Korea’s most influential multi-ethnic creators.
“Truly honoured and grateful. Thank you so much to Forbes, Forbes Korea, for this incredible honour!” Park said following the announcement.
The selection, made in March 2026, recognises Park’s influence as a global fashion icon and leader in the Art & Style division.
Born to a Korean mother and a Nigerian father, she has become one of South Korea’s most visible and successful multi-ethnic models, navigating an industry traditionally known for its cultural and racial homogeneity.
Career Milestones
Managed by Esteem Models (an affiliate of SM Entertainment), Park has walked the runways at Seoul Fashion Week and featured in major editorials, including Vogue Korea and Harper’s Bazaar. She has also recently signed with a New York modelling agency to expand her global footprint.
Her digital presence is equally formidable, with over 1.2 million Instagram followers and 1.4 million YouTube subscribers. She was notably selected as the only Korean creator to participate in Meta’s “Instagram for TV” campaign in the Americas.
Brand Partnerships and Future Vision
Park has secured partnerships with luxury fashion houses, including Chanel, Dior, and Celine, and served as the face of the global marketing campaign for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip series. Beyond modelling, she has expanded into Korean broadcasting as a recurring host on major variety networks like JTBC and E‑Channel.
She has described growing up multi‑ethnic in South Korea as highly challenging, but views her unique background as her greatest professional superpower and distinct visual identity. She has expressed a strong desire to use her platform to break down strict cultural and racial barriers within Korea’s entertainment and fashion industries.
Her primary focus for late 2026 is debuting on New York Fashion Week runways, splitting her time between Seoul and New York to balance domestic television commitments with international high‑fashion editorials.
The Forbes recognition is not a final destination for Park, but a stepping stone toward greater creative control, including the eventual launch of her own brand.
