Lee Kwang Soo

Lee Kwang Soo is a South Korean actor and model.

He’s best known as a former member of Korean variety show program Running Man (2010-2021) as well as his acting appearances in drama series such as It’s Okay, That’s Love (2014), The Sound of Your Heart (2016), and Live (2018).

Career

Lee Kwang Soo gained popularity in 2010 with his appearance on the profoundly famous South Korean variety show Running Man.

However, before that, he started his acting career in 2008 and showed up on screen for the first time in the sitcom Here He Comes and drama series The Scale of Providence.

It was then trailed by a role in High Kick Through the Roof (2009) and acquired a lot of recognition because of it. Just like that, he already made a name for himself.

He made a brave stride in 2013 playing a bad character in the drama series Goddess of Fire, for which he received a lot of appreciation.

Another flighty role showed up in 2014’s neo-noir movie Confession. One year later, he strolled the honorary pathway of the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival with his movie Collective Invention.

Profile

Real Name: Lee Kwang Soo (이광수)
Stage Name: Lee Kwang Soo (이광수)
Nickname: Kwang Soo
Birthday: July 14, 1985
Birthplace: Namyangju, Gyeonggi, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: Protestant
Professions: Actor, Entertainer, Model
Education: Dongah Institute of Media and Arts (Broadcasting Department)
Hobbies: Drawing and painting
Facebook: 이광수
Twitter: @masijacoke85
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Instagram: @masijacoke850714
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 193 cm (6’3”)
Weight: 78 kg (172 lbs)
Blood Type: O
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: 44-28-40 (Bust -44, Waist -28, and Hips -40 inches)
Shoe Size: 17.5 (US)

Family

Father: Lee Jong Ho
Mother: –
Brother: –
Sister: Lee Bo Ram

Girlfriend & Dating History

Lee Sun Bin

Around the end of 2018, Lee Kwang Soo was reported to be in relationship with Lee Sun Bin, a South Korean actress.

Shortly after, his agency, King Kong by Starship, confirmed that the pair had been building romance for “five months” before their relationship was disclosed to the public.

Net Worth

He has accumulated around $5 million to $10 million, according to multiple sources. It appears that he earns most of his income through working in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether he has undergone any cosmetic surgery to change his appearance.

Facts

Kwang Soo’s father, Lee Jong Ho, is the CEO of a furniture company named Dauning in Namyangju.
His favorite drink is Coca-Cola.
Kwang Soo has a big mole in his right temple.
Prior to venturing into acting, he was active as a fashion model, yet he said that he had only walked on the runway once.
Black is his favorite color.
Despite the fact that he is tall and slim now, he was shockingly chubby when he was a kid.
He is allergic to ginkgo nuts.
Since he is so tall, he was often scouted by a lot of basketball and volleyball crews.
He has liked drawing comics and spray painting since he was a kid.
During the third grade of secondary school, he joined a theater organization. He felt invigorated when he was acting, and from that point on, he wanted to be an actor.
He wanted to be an illustrator when he was young, but his family opposed it.
His ideal type is someone who smiles a lot, small in stature and plump.

Movies

The Sound of Your Heart (TBA), as Jo Suk
Gwanghwamun Jealousy Fight (TBA), as the main character
The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure (2022), as Mak Yi
A Year-End Medley (2021), as Sang Hoon
Sinkhole (2021), as Kim Seung Hyun
Tazza: One-Eyed Jack (2019), as Kkachi
Inseparable Bros (2019), as Park Dong Goo
The Accidental Detective 2: In Action (2018), as Yeochi
Collective Invention (2015), as Park Gu
Confession (2014), as Min Soo
A Dynamite Family (2014), as Park Sun Gyeong
Walking with Dinosaurs 3D (2013), as Patchi
Maritime Police Marco (2013), as Marco
A Wonderful Moment (2013), as Jung Il
All About My Wife (2012), as PD Choi
The Scent (2012), as Gi Pung
Wonderful Radio (2012), as Cha Dae Geun
Battlefield Heroes (2011), as Moon Di

Drama Series

Karma (Netflix | 2024), as TBA
No Way Out (TBA | 2024), as Yoon Chang Jae
Hero (OCN | 2022), as Oh Gyu Tae
The Killer’s Shopping List (tvN | 2022), as Ahn Dae Seong
A Year-End Medley: Extended Version (TVING | 2022), as Sang Hoon
Live (tvN | 2018), as Yeom Sang Soo
The Best Hit (KBS2 | 2017), as Yoon Ki
Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (KBS2 | 2016), as Mak Moon
The Sound of Your Heart (KBS2 | 2016), as Jo Suk
Entourage (tvN | 2016), as Cha Joon
Dear My Friends (tvN | 2016), as Yoo Min Ho
Descendants of the Sun (KBS2 | 2016), as a cameo
Puck! (SBS | 2016), as Jo Joon Man
A Girl Who Sees Smells (SBS | 2015), as Lee Kwang Soo
It’s Ok, This is Love (SBS | 2014), as Park Soo Kwang
Secret Love (Dramacube | 2014), as Lee Tae Yang
Goddess of Fire (MBC | 2013), as Prince Im Hae
Potato Star 2013QR3 (tvN | 2013), as a cameo
Dating Agency: Cyrano (tvN | 2013), as Choi Dal In
The Innocent Man (KBS2 | 2012), as Park Jae Gil
Bachelor’s Vegetable Store (Channel A | 2011), as Nam Yoo Bong
City Hunter (SBS | 2011), as Go Ki Joon
Dong Yi (MBC | 2010), as Yeong Dal
High Kick Through the Roof (MBC | 2009), as Lee Kwang Soo
Here He Comes (MBC | 2008), as Oh Man Soo
The Scale of Providence (SBS | 2008), as Oh Kwang Chul

TV Shows

Unexpected Business Season 2 (tvN | 2022), as a guest
The Game Caterers Season 2 (tvN | 2022), as a guest
The Zone: Endure To Survive (Disney | 2022), as a regular member
House on Wheels: For Rent (tvN | 2021), as a regular member
The Game Caterers Special (tvN | 2021), as a regular member
Gym Jong Kook (YouTube | 2021), as a guest
Busted 3 (Netflix | 2021), as the main host
Busted! Season 2: Unreleased Footage (Netflix | 2021), as a guest
Show!terview with Jessi (SBS |2020), as a guest
Three Meals a Day: Fishing Village 5 (tvN | 2020), as a guest
Busted 2 (Netflix | 2019), as a guest
Hangout with Yoo (MBC | 2019), as a guest
Busted (Netflix | 2018), as the main host
Amazing Saturday (tvN | 2018), as a guest
MMTG (SBS | 2018), as a guest
Big Picture (Naver TV Cast | 2017), as a guest
My Little Old Boy (SBS | 2016), as a guest
Keep Running: Season 4 (ZRTG | 2016), as a guest
The Amazing Race: Season 2 (Shenzhen TV | 2015), as a regular member
Perhaps Love: Season 2 (Hubei TV | 2015), as a regular member
YamanTV (Mnet | 2015), as a guest
Keep Running: Season 1 (ZRTG | 2014), as a guest
The Return of Superman (KBS2 | 2013), as a guest
Healing Camp (SBS | 2011), as a guest
Running Man (SBS | 2010), as a regular member
Strong Heart (SBS | 2009), as a guest
Live Talk Show Taxi (tvN | 2007), as a guest
Happy Together: Season 3 (KBS2 | 2007), as a guest
Gag Concert (KBS2 | 1999), as a guest

Music Video Appearances

GAP (2021) – HaHa
MOMOMO (2016) – Cosmic Girls
Again (2015) – Turbo
Runaway (2013) – KARA
You Are the Best (2013) – Byul
Busan Vacance (2012) – Skull and HaHa
Oh Fresh Men (2012) – VF6DOLE (with Ji Chang Wook, Kim Young Kwang, Shin Won Ho and Sung Ha)
격산타우 (2011) – LeeSsang

Awards

2021 Golden Cinema Film Festival – Best Supporting Actor – Inseparable Bros
2020 SBS Entertainment Awards – Golden Content Award – Running Man
2020 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Supporting Actor (Film) – Inseparable Bros
2019 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Popular Star Award – Inseparable Bros
2019 Asia Artist Awards – Scene Stealer Award – Lee Kwang Soo
2019 SBS Entertainment Awards – SNS Star Award – Running Man
2019 Asia Artist Awards – Best K-Culture (Actor) – Lee Kwang Soo
2018 Korea Best Star Awards – Best Popular Star Award – The Accidental Detective 2: In Action
2018 SBS Entertainment Awards – Popularity Award – Running Man
2017 Korea Film Actors Association Awards – Top Entertainer Award – Lee Kwang Soo
2017 SBS Entertainment Awards – Best Couple Award – Running Man
2017 SBS Entertainment Awards – Global Star Award – Running Man
2016 Jumei Awards Ceremony – Variety Influence – Lee Kwang Soo
2016 Hong Kong’s YouTube Ads Leaderboard – 2015 Season One Best Commercial Award – Nestle’s Fruitips Ad
2016 South Korea Honors – Prime Minister Award – Lee Kwang Soo
2016 Sina Weibo Night Awards – Asia Popularity Award – Lee Kwang Soo
2016 KBS Entertainment Awards – Best Couple Award – The Sound of Your Heart
2016 KBS Entertainment Awards – Hot Issue Variety Award – The Sound of Your Heart
2016 SBS Entertainment Awards – Top Excellence Award in Variety Show – Running Man
2016 SBS Entertainment Awards – Annoying Guy Award – Running Man
2015 Fashionista Awards – Best Male Fashionista – Lee Kwang Soo
2014 APAN Star Awards – Popular Star Award (Actor) – It’s Okay, That’s Love
2014 SBS Drama Awards – Special Award (Actor in a Miniseries) – It’s Okay, That’s Love
2014 Korea Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor) – It’s Okay, That’s Love
2014 SBS Entertainment Awards – Excellence Award in Variety – Running Man
2013 SBS Entertainment Awards – Friendship Award – Running Man
2013 SBS Entertainment Awards – Viewer’s Most Popular Award – Running Man
2011 SBS Entertainment Awards – Best Newcomer in Variety – Running Man
2009 Asia Model Festival Awards – CF Model Award – Lee Kwang Soo
2008 Mnet 20’s Choice Awards – Hot CF Star – Lee Kwang Soo

Nominations

2021 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Sinkhole
2019 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Inseparable Bros
2018 SBS Entertainment Awards – Best Couple Award – Running Man
2013 SBS Entertainment Awards – Best Couple Award – Running Man
2012 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actor (Film) – Wonderful Radio
2012 KBS Drama Awards – Best Supporting Actor – The Innocent Man
2012 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actor – All About My Wife
2010 SBS Entertainment Awards – New Star Award – Running Man
2008 MBC Entertainment Awards – Best Newcomer in Comedy or Sitcom – Here He Comes

Quotes

“I’m not actually the type to talk a lot. When I meet someone for the first time, there are times when they’re disappointed because they were expecting me to be funny and honest and outspoken. I’ve experienced a lot of worry and stress over that in the past.”

“There are times when I feel disappointed, of course. But still, I’ve never once thought to myself, ‘I didn’t try hard today.’ I think that attitude is what Noh Hee Kyung sees as my ‘fighting spirit.’”

“I’m going to make myself someone who can give you healthy laughter and make you feel moved.”

FAQs

Who is Lee Kwang Soo?

He is a South Korean actor and model.

Who is Lee Kwang Soo’s real name?

His real name is Lee Kwang Soo (이광수).

What makes Lee Kwang Soo famous?

He’s famous as a former member of Korean variety show program Running Man (2010-2021) as well as his acting appearances in drama series such as It’s Okay, That’s Love (2014), The Sound of Your Heart (2016), and Live (2018).