Lee Byung-hun Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Children, Wife, Awards, Films

Lee Byung-hun is a highly acclaimed South Korean actor known for his versatile performances across various genres.

He first gained international recognition for his roles in films such as Joint Security Area (2000), A Bittersweet Life (2005), The Good, the Bad, the Weird (2008), I Saw the Devil (2010), Masquerade (2012), as well as his notable television appearances in All In (2003), Iris (2009), and Mr. Sunshine (2018).

In addition to these, his prominent roles in South Korean films like Inside Men (2015), Master (2016), Ashfall (2019), and The Man Standing Next (2020) have further solidified his status as one of the leading figures in Korean cinema.

Profile

• Full Name: Lee byung hun
• Stage Name: Lee byung hun
• Born: 12 July 1970
• Age: 54 years old
• Birthplace: Born: Seongnam-si, South Korea
• Nationality: Korean
• Occupation: South Korean actor
• Height: 1.77 m
• Parents: Jong Kun Lee, Park Jae-soon
• Siblings: Lee Eun-hee
• Spouse: Lee Min-jung (m. 2013)
• Children: 2
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $25 million

Early Life And Education

Lee Byung-hun was born on July 12, 1970, in Seoul, South Korea, to Jong Kun Lee and Park Jane-soon.

He grew up in a well-established family, with his father, Lee Jong-kun, a prominent businessman who passed away in 2000.

Lee has one younger sister, Lee Eun-hee. He studied French literature at Hanyang University before earning a master’s in theater and cinematography from Chung-Ang University. Of Korean descent, Lee practices Buddhism.

Career

Lee Byung-hun’s career began in 1991 when he participated in a KBS talent audition, leading to his debut in the drama Asphalt My Hometown.

In the early years, he gained popularity through his roles in television dramas such as Tomorrow Love (1992) and Asphalt Man (1995).

However, his early feature films met with limited success. His breakout role in Park Chan-wook’s Joint Security Area (2000) marked a turning point in his career.

The film became South Korea’s highest-grossing film at the time and established Lee as a major talent in the Korean film industry.

From 2001 to 2009, Lee continued solidifying his stardom with a mix of hit dramas and films. His performances in melodramas like Beautiful Days and All In earned him critical acclaim, including the prestigious Grand Prize at the SBS Drama Awards.

His film career flourished during this period with notable works such as A Bittersweet Life (2005), which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival, and The Good, the Bad, the Weird (2008), where his versatility as an actor was showcased.

Lee’s Hollywood debut came in 2009 when he played Storm Shadow in G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, propelling him to international fame and recognition.

Lee’s career continued to thrive in both Korean and Hollywood cinema. His return to television with the action-packed thriller Iris (2009) was met with immense success, earning him accolades and making him a household name across Asia.

He later starred in films like I Saw the Devil (2010) and Masquerade (2012), which became Korea’s highest-grossing historical drama.

Between 2013 and 2015, Lee expanded his Hollywood presence with notable roles in Red 2 and Terminator Genisys.

In Korea, he received critical praise for his performances in films like Inside Men (2015), winning him multiple awards.

In recent years, he continued to deliver compelling performances in Master (2016) and The Man Standing Next (2020), while his role in Netflix’s Squid Game (2021) further cemented his global reputation.

In addition to his acting career, Lee has been recognized for his contributions to the film industry and Korean culture. In 2012, he became one of the first Korean actors to receive a handprint ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre, a significant honor in Hollywood.

Beyond his acting, Lee actively promotes Korean culture on international platforms, further solidifying his influence and legacy as a global entertainment icon.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @byunghun0712

Personal Life

Lee Byung-hun has been married to South Korean actress Lee Min-jung since August 10, 2013.

Their wedding, held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Seoul, was attended by around 900 guests, including celebrities and fans.

Although they briefly dated in 2006, the couple rekindled their relationship in 2012 before marrying. They have two children: a son, Lee Joon-hoo, born on March 31, 2015, and a daughter, born on December 21, 2023.

Filmography

• Joint Security Area (2000)
• A Bittersweet Life (2005)
• The Good, the Bad, the Weird (2008)
• I Saw the Devil (2010)
• Masquerade (2012)
• All In (2003)
• Iris (2009)
• Mr. Sunshine (2018)
• Inside Men (2015)
• Master (2016)
• Ashfall (2019)
• The Man Standing Next (2020)
• Squid Game (2021)
• Our Blues (2022)
• A Single Rider (2017)
• The Fortress (2017)
• Keys to the Heart (2018)
• Ashfall (2019)
• The Man Standing Next (2020)

Net Worth

Lee Byung-hun’s estimated net worth is approximately $25 million.

His wealth has been accumulated through his extensive career as an actor in South Korea and Hollywood and lucrative endorsement deals with luxury brands.