Lee Yu Ri

Lee Yu Ri is a South Korean actress. She’s best known for her roles in various Korean drama series, such as School 4 (2001-2002), Twinkle Twinkle (2011), and Jang Bo-ri is Here! (2014).

Career

Lee Yu Ri had her first acting stint with the drama series Hur Jun in 1999. Following a year’s break, she came back with a better role in the 2001 drama series School 4.

Around the same time, she got to participate in the historical drama series Empress Myeong Seong. Afterward, things for her career as an actress improved in the accompanying years.

In 2008, she joined the cast of the series Mom’s Dead Upset. She was also offered the main roles in the drama series Daring Women (2010) and Don’t Cry My Love (2008).

Huge success followed when she played a role in the drama series Jang Bo Ri is Here! (2014). The drama series was a hit and shot up in progress when it was first released.

It led her to win the Daesang Award and get nominated in a lot of categories. It further lay her out as one of the most amazing South Korean actresses of all time.

Besides acting, she also has a talent for leading TV shows. She was chosen to host several TV shows such as Trend Record Season 4 (2021) and Single Wife Season 2 (2018).

Profile

Real Name: Lee Yu Ri (이유리)
Stage Name: Lee Yu Ri (이유리)
Also Known as: Yi Yu Ri, Yi Yoo Ri, Lee Yoo Ri
Nickname: Yu Ri (유리)
Birthday: January 28, 1980
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: Christian
Profession: Actress
Education: Choongam Middle School, Kyewon University of Art and Design
Hobby: Weightlifting
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Instagram: @leeyuri007
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YouTube: 이유리 Leeyuri TV

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 165 cm (5’5”)
Weight: 43 kg (95 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: 32-23-34 (Bust -32, Waist -23, and Hips -34 inches)
Shoe Size: 8 (US)
Dress Size: –

Family

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

Husband, Boyfriend, & Dating History

Jo Kye Hyun

Lee Yu Ri married her husband, Jo Kye Hyun, who’s a missionary theologian, in September 2010.

The couple met in 2008, through bible study and began dating in 2009. Their relationship is still going strong.

Net Worth

She has accumulated $1 million to $5 million of net worth, according to multiple sources. She appears to earn her income primarily through working as actress.

Plastic Surgery

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

Facts

Yu Ri is the youngest child in her family.
She has two elder sisters and one elder brother.
Her husband, Jo Kye Hyun, is a missionary theologist.
She met her husband for the first time through Bible study in 2008.
Yu Ri and her then-boyfriend dated for only one year before deciding to tie the knot.
She has her own YouTube channel and likes to post a wide range of content such as vlogs, covers, and mukbangs there.
In 2011, she and fellow actress Kim Soo Kyum worked together to launch their own female apparel shopping mall called Miss Today.
She is good at singing.
Yu Ri has coined the Nation’s Villain because of her spectacular acting in playing antagonist roles.
Her ideal type is…
Her net worth is around…

Movies

The Singer (2022), as Gan Nan
Friendly and Harmonious (2005), as a supporting character
Bunshinsaba: Ouija Board (2004), as Kim In Sook

Drama Series

Becoming Witch (TV Chosun | 2022), as Gong Ma Ri
Love To Hate You (Netflix | 2022), as a supporting character
Lie After Lie (Channel A | 2020), as Ji Eun Soo
Spring Turns to Spring (MBC | 2019), as Kim Bo Mi
Hide and Seek (MBC | 2018), as Min Chae Rin
Ms. Perfect (KBS2 | 2017), as Lee Jung Soon
Unni is Alive (SBS | 2017), as Yeon Min Jung
Strongest Deliveryman (KBS2 | 2017), as Yoon Hwa Yeong
My Father is Strange (KBS2 | 2017), as Byun Hye Yeong
Drama Special: Pinocchio’s Nose (KBS2 | 2016), as Yoon Da Jung
Another Oh Hae Young (tvN | 2016), as Heo Ji Ya
The Promise (KBS2 | 2016), as Lee Na Yeon
Honey, I am Sorry (TV Sohu | 2015), as Xia Chu Rong
Super Daddy Yeol (tvN | 2015), as Cha Mi Rae
MBC Drama Festival: Guitar and Hot Pants (MBC | 2014), as Radio DJ
Jang Bo Ri is Here! (MBC | 2014), as Yeon Min Jung
Your Lady (SBS | 2013), as Oh Yoo Jung
Blue Tower (tvN | 2012), as Kim Yoo Ri
Ice Adonis (tvN | 2012), as Seol Yeon Hwa
My Daughter the Flower (SBS | 2011), as a supporting character
Twinkle Twinkle (MBC | 2011), as Hwang Geum Ran
Daring Women (SBS | 2010), as Ji Soon Yeong
Don’t Cry My Love (MBC | 2008), as Jo Mi Soo
Mom’s Dead Upset (KBS2 | 2008), as Na Young Mi
Love and Ambition (SBS | |2006), as Park Sun Hee
Invincible Parachute Agent (SBS | 2006), as a supporting character
Young Jae’s Golden Days (MBC | 2005), as Ju Eun Jae
Precious Family (KBS2 | 2004), as Ahn Seong Mi
Wife (KBS2 | 2003), as Kim Yoon Joo
Twenty (SBS | 2003), as Han Chae Ri
Yellow Handkerchief (KBS | 2003), as Na Mi Ryung
Argon (MBC | 2003), as Kang Kang Hee
MBC Best Theater: Episode Being a Mom Is Burdensome (MBC | 2002), as Su Jin
Loving You (KBS | 2002), as Jo Soo Kyung
School 4 (KBS | 2001), as Park Seo Won
Empress Myeong Seong (KBS2 | 2001), as Empress Sun Myeong
This Is What Love Is (2001), as Oh Yun Ah
MBC Best Theater (MBC | 1999), as a supporting character
Hur Jun (MBC | 1999), as a supporting character

TV Shows

Legendary Actors (KBS2 | 2021), as the main cast
Trend Record Season 4 (SBS Plus | 2021), as the main host
Legend Music Class: Lalaland (Channel A | 2021), as the main host
Drink with God Season 2 (Channel S | 2021), as a guest
Soo Mi’s Mountain Cabin (KBS2 | 2021), as a guest
Comfortable Café (E-Channel | 2021), as the main host
Extreme Concern Counseling Center (MBN | 2021), as the main host
Stars’ Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant (KBS2 | 2020), as the chef
Convenience Store Restaurant (KBS2 | 2019), as a regular member
Problem Child in House (KBS2 | 2018), as a guest
Video Star: Season 2 (MBC every1 | 2018), as a guest
Single Wife Season 2 (SBS | 2018), as the host
2017 KBS Drama Awards (KBS | 2017), as the host
Single Wife Season 1 (SBS | 2017), as the host
Let’s Eat Dinner Together (JTBC | 2016), as a guest
Video Star: Season 1 (MBC every1 | 2016), as a guest
Knowing Bros (JTBC | 2015), as a guest
Invisible Man (KBS2 | 2015), as a guest
MBC Gayo Daejejeon (MBC | 2014), as the host
Quiz to Change the World (MBC | 2014), as the host
The Return of Superman (KBS2 | 2013), as a guest
Bright Solutionists (Channel A | 2013), as the host
Food Essay (O’live TV | 2012), as the host
Healing Camp (SBS | 2011), as a guest
Immortal Songs: Singing the Legend (KBS1 | 2011), as a guest
Running Man (SBS | 2010), as a guest
Happy Together: Season 3 (KBS2 | 2007), as a guest
Radio Star (MBC | 2007), as a guest

Music Video Appearances

All I Need Is Your Love (2007) – Baek Ji Young
Tonight (2004) – Hong Kyung Min
You Touched My Heart (2002) – Sung Si Kyung

Awards

2021 University Film Festival of Korea – Best Actress – The Singer
2020 KBS Entertainment Awards – Excellence Award (Entertainment Category) – Stars’ Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant
2018 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Weekend Drama) – Hide and Seek
2018 KCA Consumer Day Awards – Best Drama Actor – Hide and Seek
2018 Korea Culture and Entertainment Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Hide and Seek
2017 Brand of the Year Awards – Actress of the Year – My Father is Strange
2017 SBS Entertainment Awards – Best Entertainer Award – Single Wife
2017 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple – My Father is Strange
2017 KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress) – My Father is Strange
2016 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actress in a Daily Drama) – The Promise
2015 Seoul Arts College – SAC Art Award – Lee Yu Ri
2015 Asia Influential Awards – Prize for Most Attractive Actress – Jang Bo Ri is Here!
2014 MBC Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Jang Bo Ri is Here!
2014 MBC Drama Awards – PD Award – Jang Bo Ri is Here!
2011 Korea Drama Awards – Best Supporting Actress – Twinkle Twinkle
2011 MBC Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actress in a Serial Drama) – Twinkle Twinkle
2006 SBS Drama Awards – Queen of Tears – Love and Ambition
2002 KBS Drama Awards – Best New Actress – Loving You
2001 KBS Drama Awards – Best Young Actress – School 4

Nominations

2021 Seoul International Drama Awards – Outstanding Korean Actress – Lie After Lie
2019 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Wednesday – Thursday Miniseries) – Spring Turns to Spring
2018 APAN Star Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Serial Drama) – Hide and Seek
2018 MBC Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Hide and Seek
2017 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actress in a Serial Drama) – My Father is Strange
2017 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Award (Actress) – My Father is Strange
2016 KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress) – The Promise
2015 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Television) – Jang Bo Ri is Here!
2014 APAN Star Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Serial Drama) – Jang Bo Ri is Here!
2014 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Serial Drama) – Jang Bo Ri is Here!
2014 MBC Drama Awards – Popularity Award (Actress) – Jang Bo Ri is Here!
2010 SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Weekend/Daily Drama) – Daring Women

Quotes

“I was feeling a desire to do a bright and fun character when the energetic characters Kim Bo Mi and Lee Bom from ‘Spring Turns To Spring’ caught my eye.”

“There are a number of actors overseas who specialize in playing the strong, evil characters. I think (evil acting) in itself is a separate acting genre. I still have way to go.”

FAQs

Who is Lee Yu Ri?

She is a South Korean actress.

Who is Lee Yu Ri’s real name?

Her real name is Lee Yu Ri (이유리).

What makes Lee Yu Ri famous?

She’s famous because of her roles in various Korean drama series, such as School 4 (2001-2002), Twinkle Twinkle (2011), and Jang Bo-ri is Here! (2014).

Where is Lee Yu Ri from?

She was born in Seoul, South Korea.

How old is Lee Yu Ri?

She was born in 1980, and she is 44 years old as of 2024.

When does Lee Yu Ri celebrate her birthday?

She celebrates on the 28th of every January.

How tall is Lee Yu Ri?

Her height is 5’5″ or 165 cm.

Who are Lee Yu Ri’s parents?

She did not reveal the names of her father and mother.

Is Lee Yu Ri married?

Yes, she is married to Jo Kye Hyun. They tied the knot in 2010.

Who is Lee Yu Ri’s ex-boyfriend?

Her ex-boyfriend is not known.

How rich is Lee Yu Ri?

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

What is Lee Yu Ri’s nationality?

Her nationality is South Korean.

Lee Yu Ri is a notable South Korean actress who is devoted to her profession. Almost all of the projects she was in were a massive hit among the general public.