Actor

Lee Byung-hun

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1970-07-12 · Seongnam, Gyeonggi, South Korea

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On site: 2 dramas

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About this actor

Lee Byung-hun is a prominent South Korean actor, singer, and model, born on July 12, 1970. He began his career in 1991 when he debuted as a KBS talent. His breakout roles came in the early 2000s, particularly with the critically acclaimed film "Joint Security Area" in 2000 and the hit television drama "All In" in 2003. Over the years, Lee has demonstrated his versatility across various genres, starring in films such as "A Bittersweet Life" (2005), "I Saw the Devil" (2010), and "Masquerade" (2012), as well as popular series like "Iris" (2009) and "Mr. Sunshine" (2018). Lee made his Hollywood debut in 2009 with "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra," where he portrayed Storm Shadow, a role he reprised in the sequel "G.I. Joe: Retaliation" (2013). His other notable international projects include "Red 2" (2013), "Terminator Genisys" (2015), and "The Magnificent Seven" (2016). Recently, he gained global recognition for his role as the Front Man in the Netflix phenomenon "Squid Game," which has further solidified his status as a leading figure in both South Korean and international cinema. Throughout his career, Lee Byung-hun has received numerous accolades, including awards from Gallup Korea, highlighting his impact on the film and television industry.

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