Lee Jong-suk is a South Korean actor and model who rose to fame in popular T.V. dramas such as School 2013, I Can Hear Your Voice, Pinocchio, and W.

He is known for his charming appearance and versatile acting skills. He started his career as a runway model at 15, becoming the youngest male model ever to participate in Seoul Fashion Week.

He later pursued his passion for acting and debuted in the T.V. series Prosecutor Princess in 2010. Since then, he has appeared in various films and T.V. shows, winning several awards and accolades for his performances.

Profile

• Full name: Lee Jong-suk
• Date of birth: September 14, 1989
• Age: 34 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Profession: Actor and model
• Height: 186 cm
• Parents: Lee Han-kyu (father) and Lui (mother)
• Siblings: 2
• Girlfriend: U.I.
• Children: None
• Relationship status: Dating
• Net worth: $5 million

Early Life & Education

At 34, Lee Jong-suk was born on September 14, 1989, in Yongin, a city in the Gyeonggi Province of South Korea. He is the eldest child of his parents, Lee Han-kyu and Lui.

His father was a businessman who suffered a severe injury in an accident when Lee was three years old.

His father never fully recovered from his injuries and passed away in 2017. Lee grew up with his mother, who worked as a piano teacher.

He was a shy and introverted boy who had difficulty communicating with others until he graduated from high school.

Lee developed an interest in modeling and acting from a young age. He was inspired by the actor Rain, who was his role model.

After watching the movie A Moment to Remember, he decided to pursue his dream of becoming a model and actor.

He attended Yangjae High School, where he was a good student and excelled in mathematics. He also participated in various extracurricular activities like basketball, soccer, and taekwondo.

He graduated from high school in 2007 and enrolled in Konkuk University, where he majored in Professional Motion Pictures and Art. He graduated from the university in 2016.

Personal Life

Lee Jong-suk is currently in a relationship with U.I., actress and singer. He has been linked to several of his co-stars, such as Park Shin-Hye, Han Hyo-Joo, and Lee Na-young, but he has denied any dating rumors.

Lee is close to his mother, his biggest fan and supporter. He often expresses his gratitude and love for her on social media and in interviews. He also has a pet dog named Lion, whom he adores and treats like his family.

He enjoys spending time with his friends, especially his fellow actors Kim Woo-bin, Yoon Kyun-sang, and Lee Sung-kyung.

He likes to travel, read books, watch movies, and listen to music in his spare time. He is also interested in photography and fashion.

Lee is a philanthropist who supports various causes and charities. He has donated to organizations such as UNICEF, Save the Children, and the Korea Childhood Leukemia Foundation.

He has also participated in campaigns and events to raise awareness and funds for social issues, such as animal welfare, environmental protection, and human rights.

Career

Lee Jong-suk began his modeling career in 2005 when he was 15. He became the youngest male model to debut at the Seoul Collection walkway at Seoul Fashion Week.

He impressed the audience and the fashion industry with his tall, slender physique, handsome face, and confident walk.

He continued to model for various brands and designers, such as Calvin Klein, Levi’s, and Lacoste. He also appeared in magazines such as Vogue, Elle, and G.Q.

Lee made his acting debut in 2010 when he appeared in a supporting role in the T.V. series Prosecutor Princess. He played Lee Woo-hyun, a mysterious hacker who helps the female lead.

The same year, he debuted in the horror movie Ghost, where he played a student involved in a supernatural incident.

He gained more attention for his role in the hit T.V. drama Secret Garden, where he played Han Tae-sun, a talented young composer with a crush on the second male lead. He received praise for his acting and chemistry with his co-stars.

Lee’s breakthrough role came in 2012 when he starred in the T.V. series School 2013, which was part of the popular School franchise.

He played Go Nam-soon, a high school student who struggles with academic and personal issues. He co-starred with Kim Woo-bin, who played his best friend and rival.

The show was a critical and commercial success and tackled realistic and relevant topics, such as bullying, violence, friendship, and education.

Lee won his first acting award, the KBS Drama Award for Best New Actor, for his performance. He also ranked fifth in a survey entitled ‘Actors Who Lit Up 2013’ by Gallup Korea.

Lee continued to rise to fame with his subsequent roles in T.V. dramas, such as I Can Hear Your Voice, Doctor Stranger, Pinocchio, W, While You Were Sleeping, Romance Is a Bonus Book, and Big Mouth.

He played diverse and complex characters, such as a mind-reading lawyer, a genius surgeon, a reporter with Pinocchio syndrome, a webtoon character who crosses into reality, a prosecutor who can see the future, a failed writer who works at a publishing company, and a lawyer who gets involved in a murder case.

He showcased his versatility and charisma as an actor, earning positive reviews and ratings for his shows. He also won several awards and nominations, including the Korea Drama Award for Excellence Award, the S.B.S. Drama Award for Top Excellence Award, the M.B.C. Drama Award for Grand Prize, and the Baeksang Arts Award for Best Actor.

Lee also appeared in several films, such as R2B: Return to Base, a remake of the 1986 film Top Gun, where he played a fighter pilot; Hot Young Bloods, a comedy film set in the 1980s, where he played a rebellious student and gang leader; The Face Reader, a historical film where he played a prince who plots a coup; V.I.P., a crime thriller where he played a serial killer; and The Witch: Part 1. The Subversion is a mystery film where he plays a mysterious character who helps the female lead.

Lee is also active in other fields, such as music and variety shows. He has recorded and released several songs, such as Don’t Go, Come To Me, and Will You Know, for the soundtracks of his dramas.

He has also appeared in variety shows, such as Running Man, Happy Together, and Three Meals a Day. He has also hosted and guested in radio shows, such as Kiss the Radio, Cultwo Show, and Park Myung-soo’s Radio Show.

Net Worth

Lee Jong-suk has an estimated net worth of $5 million. He earns his income from his modeling and acting career, as well as from endorsements and commercials.

He has endorsed and promoted various products and brands, such as Skin Food, Lock & Lock, Trugen, Lotte Duty-Free, Line, and Samsung.

Controversy

Lee Jong-suk has faced minor issues and criticisms, including his military enlistment, tax evasion allegations, and airport detention. He has addressed and resolved these matters professionally and respectfully.

Military enlistment: Lee Jong-suk enlisted as a public service worker in March 2019 after being exempted from active duty due to his car accident in 2014.

He was expected to complete his service in January 2021 but was granted an early discharge in November 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

He received some backlash from netizens who accused him of taking advantage of the situation and avoiding his duty.

He clarified that he followed the rules and regulations of the military and did not request an early discharge. He also expressed gratitude and respect for the soldiers and those who supported him during his service.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @jongsuk0206
• Twitter handle: N/A

Filmography

• Decibel
• V.I.P.
• As One
• Snatch Up
• The Face Reader
• Hot Young
• No Breathing
• My Prettiest Moment
• Extreme Job
• Kolia
• Ghost
• Death Song
• Soar Into the Sun

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