Lee Sun Kyun

Lee Sun Kyun is a South Korean actor. He rose to prominence by starring in various Korean movies, such as Parasite (2019), Paju (2009), Helpless (2012), All About My Wife (2012), and A Hard Day (2014).

Career

Lee Sun Kyun first started out in musical theater. In early 2000s, he played in The Rocky Horror Show (2001) and Grease (2003). Afterwards, he began to work in television.

At the beginning of his career, this actor mostly got small or supporting roles. It wasn’t until 2007 that he got his breakthrough.

At the time, he starred in back-to-back hit series White Tower and Coffee Prince.

Sun Kyun continued his rise in popularity in the following years. He starred in the 2009 film Paju.

For his performance, he was awarded with the Best Actor award at Las Palmas de Gran Canaria International Film Festival.

Over the next few years, this Pisces man kept reaching new height of success. He starred in two hit films Helpless and All About My Wife in 2012.

He also headlined the sleeper hit A Hard Day (2014). Another one of his notable roles was in the critically acclaimed TV series My Mister (2018) and the international hit film Parasite (2019).

Since then, he has appeared in drama series Dr. Brain (2021). He also starred in various movies, such as Kingmaker (2021), Killing Romance (2023), and Sleep (2023).

Profile

Real Name: Lee Sun Kyun (이선균)
Stage Name: Lee Sun Kyun
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Birthday: March 2, 1975
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Nationality: Korean
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Profession: Actor
Education: Korea National University of Arts (BFA in Acting)
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearances

Height: 180 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 70 kg (154 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
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Family

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Children: Lee Rook, Lee Roon

Wife, Girlfriend, & Dating History

Jeon Hye Jin

The actor married actress Jeon Hye Jin in May 2009, after dating for seven years.

They announced the birth of their first son, Lee Rook, in November 2009. In August 2011, their second son Lee Roon was born.

Net Worth

Multiple sources estimated his net worth to be around $15 million to $20 million. He appears to earn most of his income through working as an actor in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Controversies

Drug Use Allegations that Led to His Death

Lee Sun Kyun was revealed to be booked for drug use suspicion in October 2023. He was charged on cannabis and psychoactive drugs use five days later.

A month later, his hair samples’ test result came out as negative for drugs, but futher investigations were still carried.

The actor admitted of consuming drugs given by a bar hostess he attended, but denied of being aware that they were illegal drugs, claiming that he had been deceived and blackmailed.

The case received a lot of attention from Korean media outlets and public, largely due to his popularity and image as a “family-man.”

In December 2023, he was found dead inside his car which was parked in central Seoul, near Waryong Park. A charcoal bricket, which commonly used for carbon monoxide poisoning suicide, was foun in the passenger seat.

Plastic Surgery

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

Facts

Sun Kyun was signed under Hodoo Entertainment.
He was a good singer.
He was not a fan of pasta.
In high school, this actor used to be obsessed with basketball.
He could play basketball up to 12 hours a day.
He liked music and advertising.
This Pisces man once dreamed of becoming a radio show producer.
In college, he was part of the lighting crew. But once he got a chance to act and fell in love with the art.
His trademark role was the impatient perfectionist.
He was the brand ambassador for Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service in 2007.
He has admitted to be a fan of Jeon Hye Jin in his college days.
From the marriage, he has two sons born in 2009 and 2011.
His ideal type is…

Movies

Project Silence (2024), as Cha Jung Won
Land of Happiness (2024), as Park Tae Joo
Sleep (2023), as Hyun Soo
Killing Romance (2023), as Johnathan Na
Kingmaker (2022), as Seo Chang Dae
Mr. Zoo: The Missing VIP (2020), as black goat (voice)
Parasite (2019), as Mr. Park
Jo Pil-Ho: The Dawning Rage (2019), as Jo Pil Ho
Take Point (2018), as Yoon Ji Ui
Man of Will (2017), as King Gjong
A Special Lady (2017), as Im Sang Hoon
The King’s Case Note (2017), as King Yejong
Love Is A Virus (2015)
The Advocate: A Missing Body (2015), as Lawyer Byeon Ho Sung
A Hard Day (2014), as Detective Ko Gun Soo
Our Sunhi (2013), as Moon Soo
Nobody’s Daughter Hae-Won (2013), as Sung Joon
All About My Wife (2012), as Doo Hyun
Helpless (2012), as Jang Moon Ho
Officer of the Year (2011), as Jung Wei Chan
Petty Romance (2010), as Jung Bae
Oki’s Movie (2010), as Nam Jin Goo
Visitors (2009 Jeonju Digital Project)
Paju (2009), as Kim Joong Sik
Romantic Island (2008), as Kang Jae Hyuk (Joseph)
Night and Day (2008), as Yoon Kyung Soo
Our Town (2007), as Jae Shin
A Cruel Attendance (2006), as Cheon Man Ho
The Customer Is Always Right (2006), as Lee Jang Gil
Sorry Apple (2005), as Min Suk
My Mother the Mermaid (2004), as Do Hyeon
Love So Divine (2004), as man in love dovey couple (cameo)
R-Point (2004), as Sergeant Park
Scent of Chrysanthemums (2003), as Doctor Shin
Show Show Show (2003), as Sang Cheol
Surprise Party (2002), as real Jeong Woo
Make It Big (2002), as Woo Jung Chul
Boss X File (2002), as Gangster

Drama Series

Payback: Money and Power (SBS | 2023), as Eun Yong
Dr. Brain (Apple TV+ | 2021), as Koh Se Won
Diary of a Prosecutor (JTBC | 2019-2020), as Lee Sun Woong
My Mister (tvN | 2018), as Park Dong Hun
Listen To Love (JTBC | 2016), as Do Hyun Woo
Don’t Dare to Dream (SBS | 2016), as man on Na Ri’s blind date (ep.15)
Miss Korea (MBC | 2013-2014), as Kim Hyung Joon
Golden Time (MBC | 2012), as Lee Min Woo
Pasta (MBC | 2010), as Choi Hyun Wook
Triple (MBC | 2009), as Jo Hae Yoon
My Sweet Seoul (SBS | 2008), as Kim Yeong Su
Coffee Prince (MBC | 2007), as Choi Han Sung
Behind The White Tower (MBC | 2007), as Choi Do Young
Loveholic (KBS2 | 2005), as Kim Tae Hyun
MBC Best Theater – Taerung National Village (MBC | 2005)
Lovers (MBC | 2001), as Lee Sun Kyun

TV Shows

Very Private Southeast Asia (tvN ⏐ 2023), as himself (cast member)
Trans-Siberian Pathfinders (tvN ⏐ 2019), as himself (cast member)
March: A Story of Friends (SBS ⏐ 2013), as himself (cast member)

Music Video Appearances

Deep Night Sad Song (2012) – E2RE
Between Hidden Time (2008) – Yoon Gun
Arirang (2007) – SG Wannabe
You Remain in My Heart (2001) – Lucid Fall
It’s OK (1999) – Bijou

Awards

2023 Asian Pop-Up Cinema – Award for Excellent Achievement in Film
2020 Screen Actors Guild Awards – Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture – Parasite
2015 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actor (Film) – A Hard Day
2012 Herald DongA TV Lifestyle Awards – Best Dressed
2010 CETV Awards – Top 10 Asian Stars – Pasta
2010 KBS Drama Awards – Best Actor in a One-Act/Drama Special – Our Slightly Risque Relationship
2010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria International Film Festival – Best Actor – Paju
2010 MBC Drama Awards – Best Couple Award (with Gong Hyo Jin) – Pasta
2008 Korea Advertisers Association – Good Model Award
2007 MBC Drama Awards – Golden Acting Award, Actor in a Miniseries – White Tower

Nominations

2022 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actor (Film) – Kingmaker
2022 International Emmy Awards – Best Performance by an Actor – Dr. Brain
2020 Critics’ Choice Awards – Best Acting Ensemble – Parasite
2019 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actor (Television) – My Mister
2018 APAN Star Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – My Mister
2018 The Seoul Awards – Best Actor (TV) – My Mister
2015 Chunsa Film Art Awards – Best Actor – A Hard Day
2014 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actor – A Hard Day
2014 Buil Film Awards – Best Actor – A Hard Day
2014 MBC Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries – Miss Korea
2012 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries – Golden Time
2010 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actor – Pasta
2007 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actor (Television) – White Tower
2007 MBC Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor – Coffee Prince
2004 KBS Drama Awards – Best Actor in a One-Act/Drama Special – Dr. Love

Quotes

“I’ve experienced things I couldn’t even dream of. (Parasite) won the Best Picture at the Academy Awards and got applause from Hollywood celebrities. Going to the Academy felt like a dream. It was like going on a wonderful package tour in a dream. Compared to when I started, I really became a dragon (from the Korean idiom’ Dragons can rise from gutters’).”

“I don’t want to greedily go after something. But rather, each project and character is about making something new, so I want to keep making them, gratefully and thoughtfully.”

“[Acting] was the driving force of my life, my sustenance. Now, it seems like acting is like a ‘diary’ to me.”

“I believe that ‘Parasite’ hit the jackpot of our centennial of Korean cinematic history.”

“I thought about why Korean culture such as BTS as well as ‘Parasite’ resonates so well with audiences — director Bong once described our country as ‘Dynamic Korea,’ and I think the same — that the power of our content lies in its vitality.”

“The top-notch responsibility that Korean crew and actors have for their projects should also be given credited. They all have this desire and responsibility to make good content. I think that more beloved content such as ‘Parasite’ and ‘Squid Game will continue to be released in the future.”

Pics of Lee Sun Kyun

1. Sun Kyun looks really handsome in soft color

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2. Love this close-up of his face

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3. He’s got an incredible smile

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4. Always looking cool even in simple style

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5. Sun Kyun made an excellent model

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FAQs

Who is Lee Sun Kyun?

He is a South Korean actor.

Who is Lee Sun Kyun’s real name?

His real name is Lee Sun Kyun (이선균).

What makes Lee Sun Kyun famous?

He rose to prominence by starring in various Korean movies, such as Parasite (2019), Paju (2009), Helpless (2012), All About My Wife (2012), and A Hard Day (2014).

Where is Lee Sun Kyun from?

He was born in Seoul, South Korea.

How old is Lee Sun Kyun?

He was born in 1975.

When does Lee Sun Kyun celebrate his birthday?

He celebrates on the 2nd of every March.

How tall is Lee Sun Kyun?

His height is 5’11” or 180 cm.

Who are Lee Sun Kyun’s parents?

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

Is Lee Sun Kyun married?

Yes, he is married to Jeon Hye Jin. They tied the knot in 2009.

Who is Lee Sun Kyun’s ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriend is not known.

How rich is Lee Sun Kyun?

His net worth is around $15 million to $20 million.

What is Lee Sun Kyun’s nationality?

His nationality is South Korean.

Lee Sun Kyun didn’t have an easy start at the beginning of his career. Yet, he kept working hard and finally reached incredible success. He definitely deserve such a bright and amazing career.