Lee Sang Yeob

Lee Sang Yeob is a South Korean actor. He’s best recognized for his appearances in various Korean drama series, including Living Among the Rich (2011–2012), Jang Ok-jung, Living by Love (2013), and While You Were Sleeping (2017).

Career

Lee Sang Yeob made his acting debut in the drama series A Happy Woman (2007). He has been shown up in numerous well-known movies and drama series from that point forward.

He is mostly known for featuring in the sitcom Living Among the Rich (2011), the drama series The Innocent Man (2012), and the historical drama series Jang Ok Jung (2013).

In 2013, he had his first lead role in the drama series A Little Love Never Hurts. However, his popularity did not climb up until he participated in the drama series Once Again (2020).

He also starred in several movies such as Ordinary People (2018), Ex Files (2014), The Flu (2013), and many others.

Besides being an actor, he also has a talent for being a host. Some of the TV shows he hosted include National Bang Bang Cook Cook (2021), New Life for Children (2021), and KBS Drama Awards (2020).

Profile

Real Name: Lee Sang Yeob (이상엽)
Stage Name: Lee Sang Yeob (이상엽)
Nickname: Sang Yeob (상엽)
Birthday: May 8, 1983
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: Christian
Profession: Actor
Education: Gwangmyeongbuk High School, Hanyang University (Theater and Film)
Hobby: Playing golf
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 182 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 70 Kg (154 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: –
Shoe Size: 9 (US)

Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: –
Sister: –

Girlfriend & Dating History

Gong Hyun Joo

Lee Sang Yeob started dating Gong Hyun Joo, a South Korean actress, in 2013.

They dated for three years before choosing to part ways for undisclosed reasons in 2016.

Unidentified Woman

In September 2023, the actor’s agency confirmed that he would be getting married to his long-term, non-celebrity girlfriend in March 2024.

Their relationship and her identity have been kept on private, which indicates their wishes for privacy.

Net Worth

According to multiple sources, he has accumulated around $1 million to $5 million of net worth. He seems to earn his income primarily through working as an actor in the South Korean industry.

Plastic Surgery

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

Facts

Sang Yeob is close friends with fellow actors Kim Dong Wook, On Joo Wan, and the telecaster Jang Sung Kyu.
He is the only grandson of a previous leader at the chaebol organization, POSCO.
Sang Yeob said if he gets married, he wishes to have around three children.
During his early career, many people think that he looks like singer Park Hyun Bin and Eric from the Korean boy group SHINHWA.
He is coined as the melodramatic gaze by Korean netizens.
Sang Yeob is good at mimicking renowned actors such as Jung Woo Sung, Jang Hyuk, Lee Sun Kyun, and Lee Jung Jae.
He loves traveling.
Sang Yeob is fluent in English.
He does not like boisterous and shouting noises typical of villains.
Sang Yeob has always wanted to be an actor since he was a kid.
His ideal type is a chic and cute girl with a puppy aura.

Movies

The Day I Died: Unclosed Case (2020), as Hyung Joon
Ordinary People (2018), as Kim Ji Seong
Ex Files (2014), as Park Eun Ho
The Flu (2013), as Byung Woo
The Nutcracker in 3D (2012), as the Nutcracker
Penny Pinchers (2011), as Yang Gwan Woo
Lovers of Six Years (2008), as Yun Seok
A Man Who Was Superman (2008), as a supporting character
White Man (1994), as a supporting character

Drama Series

My Lovely Boxer (KBS2 | 2023), as Kim Tae Young
Eve (tvN | 2022), as Seo Eun Pyung
Shooting Stars (tvN | 2022), as Do Jae Hyuk
On the Verge of Insanity (MBC | 2021), as Han Se Kwon
Nara’s Marvelous Days (Naver TV Cast | 2021), as a supporting character
Once Again (KBS2 | 2020), as Yoon Gyu Jin
Drama Special Season 11: Traces of Love (KBS2 | 2020), as Jung Ji Sub
Good Casting (SBS | 2020), as Yoon Suk Ho
Love Affairs in the Afternoon (Channel A | 2019), as Yoon Jung Woo
Top Star Yoo Baek (tvN | 2018), as Choi Ma Dol
The Hymn of Death (SBS | 2018), as Kim Hong Gi
While You Were Sleeping (SBS | 2017), as Lee Yoo Beom
Drama Special: You Are Closer Than I Think (KBS2 | 2017), as Choi Woo Jin
Drama Special: Home Sweet Home (KBS2 | 2016), as Kang Sung Min
Listen to Love (JTBC | 2016), as Ahn Jun Yeong
Doctors (SBS | 2016), as Kim Woo Jin
The Master of Revenge (KBS2 | 2016), as Park Tae Ha
Signal (tvN | 2016), as Kim Jin Woo
House of Bluebird (KBS2 | 2015), as Jang Hyeon Do
A Little Love Never Hurts (MBC | 2013), as Jeong Jae Min
Jang Ok Jung (SBS | 2013), as Prince Dong Pyung
The Greatest Thing in the World (MBC | 2013), as John Harrison
The Innocent Man (KBS2 | 2012), as Park Joon Ha
Koisuru Maison: Rainbow Rose (TV Tokyo | 2012), as Han San Oh
Living Among The Rich (JTBC | 2011), as Lee Sang Yub
Can’t Live With Losing (MBC | 2011), as a supporting character
Miss Ripley (MBC | 2011), as Ha Chul Jin
Midas (SBS | 2011), as Han Jang Suk
Her Style (KBS N | 2009), as Yoon Suk Woo
Here He Comes (MBC | 2008), as a supporting character
The Art of Seduction (OCN | 2008), as Sung Il
Elephant (MBC | 2008), as Joo Sang Yup
The Great King, Se Jong (KBS1 | 2008), as Lee Hyang
A Happy Woman (KBS2 | 2007), as Kim Yo Han

TV Shows

Sixth Sense 3 (tvN | 2022), as a regular member
Sixth Sense 2 (tvN | 2021), as a regular member
National Bang Bang Cook Cook (MBN | 2021), as the main host
New Life for Children (MBC | 2021), as the co-host
KBS Drama Awards (KBS | 2020), as the host
Three Idiots: Season 2 (tvN | 2020), as a regular member
Sixth Sense (tvN | 2020), as a guest
Show!terview with Jessi (SBS | 2020), as a guest
Trans-Siberian Pathfinders (tvN | 2019), as a regular member
Workman (JTBC | 2019), as a guest
Prison Life of Fools (tvN | 2019), as a regular member
Reckless but Happy (SBS | 2018), as the host
Amazing Saturday (tvN | 2018), as a guest
Omniscient Interfering View (MBC | 2018), as a guest
Let’s Eat Dinner Together (JTBC | 2016), as a guest
My Little Old Boy (SBS | 2016), as a guest
Real Men: Female Soldier Special – Season 4 (MBC | 2016), as a guest
Knowing Bros (JTBC | 2015), as a guest
Law of the Jungle in Samoa (SBS | 2015), as a regular member
Real Men: Season 2 (MBC | 2015), as a guest
The Return of Superman (KBS2 | 2013), as a guest
I Live Alone (MBC | 2013), as a guest
Running Man (SBS | 2010), as a guest
Strong Heart (SBS | 2009), as a guest
Radio Star (MBC | 2007), as a guest

Awards

2021 APAN Star Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actor in a Serial Drama) – Once Again
2021 MBC Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries) – On the Verge of Insanity
2020 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor in a Mid-Length Drama) – Once Again
2020 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Award (Actor) – Once Again
2020 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Once Again
2019 Korea Best Star Award – Best Drama Star – Love Affairs in the Afternoon
2019 Korea Cultural Entertainment Awards – Best Actor (TV) – Love Affairs in the Afternoon
2017 SBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor in Wednesday – Thursday Drama) – While You Were Sleeping
2013 MBC Drama Awards – Best New Actor – A Little Love Never Hurts

Nominations

2020 KBS Drama Awards – Best Actor in a One-Act/Special/Short Drama – Drama Special Season 11: Traces of Love
2020 SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries Action Drama) – Good Casting
2017 SBS Drama Awards – Character of the Year – While You Were Sleeping
2015 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – House of Bluebird
2013 APAN Star Awards – Best New Actor – Jang Ok Jung
2012 KBS Drama Awards – Best Supporting Actor – The Innocent Man

Quotes

“I always apply lip balm before the shooting. It makes me comfortable because I feel like my lips get dry more often than usual during the shooting.”

“I like to bring a bag full of stuff […] I tried to reduce the amount of things but it did not work out. Tablet PC, Earphones, Camera, Diary…my bag is always heavy.”

“I had an experience of breaking up that I did not want. Well… the only thing I remember is that it was so hard to recover from it. I doubt that there is a way to recover quickly. I just endured. And one day I got back to normal life. It took a while.”

“When someone says I’ve been an actor for 14 years, I feel embarrassed. I wish people would miscalculate and think I’ve only been an actor for 12 or 13 years. I still don’t know much about the set. Every moment is different, and all the people are different as well. I’m afraid to assume that I know a lot.”

“I feel like I lived thinking I’m an actor without any attractive qualities. I also thought that my acting didn’t give people any enjoyment and that I was a person who wasn’t able to entertain others. I’m overcoming it little by little by working non-stop. It’s comforting when people react to what I do.”

FAQs

Who is Lee Sang Yeob?

He is a South Korean actor.

Who is Lee Sang Yeob’s real name?

His real name is Lee Sang Yeob (이상엽).

What makes Lee Sang Yeob famous?

He’s famous because of his appearances in various Korean drama series, including Living Among the Rich (2011–2012), Jang Ok-jung, Living by Love (2013), and While You Were Sleeping (2017).

Where is Lee Sang Yeob from?

He was born in Seoul, South Korea.

How old is Lee Sang Yeob?

He was born in 1983, and he is 41 years old as of 2024.

When does Lee Sang Yeob celebrate his birthday?

He celebrates on the 8th of every May.

How tall is Lee Sang Yeob?

His height is 5’11” or 182 cm.

Who are Lee Sang Yeob’s parents?

He did not reveal the names of his father and mother.

Is Lee Sang Yeob married?

He is not married. Furthermore, there is no information on whether he is in a relationship or not.

Who is Lee Sang Yeob’s ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriend is Gong Hyun Joo.

How rich is Lee Sang Yeob?

His net worth is around $1 million to $5 million.

What is Lee Sang Yeob’s nationality?

His nationality is South Korean.

Lee Sang Yeob is an actor who exudes both a warm charm and a resolute air. Throughout his career, he has managed to breathe life into each of the characters he played.