Lee Jong-Suk ( 이종석 ) Lee Jong Suk is a famous actor and model from South Korea. He studied movies and art at Konkuk University and finished his military duty in January 2021.
He began his career in 2005 with a short film called “Sympathy.” Before becoming an actor, he trained briefly as a rapper for a group called ‘Real’ under SM Entertainment.
Jong Suk gained recognition for his role in the TV drama “School 2013” and won an award for Best New Actor in 2012. In 2013, he was ranked fifth in a survey for the best actors of the year.
He used to work with YG Entertainment but later formed his own agency with YNK Entertainment. He also spent some time with HighZium Studio.
Lee Jong Suk is dating singer-songwriter and actress IU.
Recently, on January 3, 2024, it was announced that he has joined Ace Factory.
Bio
| Name | Lee Jong-Suk |
| Native name | 이종석 |
| Born | September 14, 1989 |
| Birthplace | Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea |
| Height | 186cm |
| Also Known As | Lee Jong Seok |
| Age | 34 |
Lee Jong-Suk Awards
2022 MBC Drama Awards (December 30, 2022): Grand Prize and Best Couple Award for Big Mouth.
2017 SBS Drama Awards (December 31, 2017) : Best Actor and Best Couple Award for While You Were Sleeping.
2016 MBC Drama Awards (December 30, 2016) : Grand Prize, Best Actor (mini-series), and Best Couple Award for W.
2015 (8th) Korea Drama Awards (October 9, 2015) : Best Actor for Pinocchio.
2015 (51st) BaekSang Arts Awards (May 26, 2015) : Most Popular Actor for Pinocchio.
2014 SBS Drama Awards (December 31, 2014) : SBS Special Award, Ten Star Award, and Best Couple Award for Pinocchio.
2013 SBS Drama Awards (December 31, 2013) : Excellent Actor (mini-series) and Ten Star Award for I Can Hear Your Voice.
2012 KBS Drama Awards (December 31, 2012) : Best New Actor for School 2013.
Lee Jong-Suk Movies
Decibel (2022) : Jeon Tae-Sung
The Witch: Part 2. The Other One (2022) : Jang
V.I.P. (2017) : Kim Gwang-Il
Hot Young Bloods (2014) : Joong-Gil
No Breathing (2013) : Woo-Sang
The Face Reader (2013) : Jin-Hyeong (Nae-Kyung’s son)
Soar Into The Sun (2012) : Ji Seok-Hyun
As One (2012) : Choi Kyung-Sub
Be With Me (2010) :Hyun-Wook (segment Tarot 3. The Unseen)
Lee Jong-Suk Drama Series
Big Mouth (MBC / 2022) : Park Chang-Ho
Romance is a Bonus Book (tvN / 2019) : Cha Eun-Ho
While You Were Sleeping (SBS / 2017) : Jung Jae-Chan
Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo (MBC / 2016-2017) : Chicken restaurant customer (ep.2)
Gogh, The Starry Night (SBS / 2016) : Song Dae-Ki (cameo)
W: Two Worlds Apart (MBC / 2016) : Kang Chul
Pinocchio (SBS / 2014-2015) : Ki Ha-Myeong / Choi Dal-Po
Doctor Stranger (SBS / 2014) : Park Hoon
Potato Star 2013QR3 (tvN / 2013-2014) : Jong-Suk (ep.15)
I Can Hear Your Voice (SBS / 2013) : Park Soo-Ha
School 2013 (KBS2 / 2012-2013) : Ko Nam-Soon (student)
High Kick! 3 (MBC / 2011-2012) : Ahn Jong-Suk
Secret Garden (SBS / 2010-2011) : Han Tae Sun
Princess Prosecutor (SBS / 2010) : Lee Woo-Hyun
Lee Jong-Suk Instagram
Lee Jong-Suk Net Worth
Lee Jong Suk has earned between $30 million to $40 million, mostly from acting in South Korea.
Lee Jong-Suk dating history
Lee Bo Young : Rumored to be dating Lee Jong Suk after starring in I Hear Your Voice in 2013.
Jin Se Yeon : Rumored to be dating Lee Jong Suk after Doctor Stranger in 2014. An intimate photo sparked speculation.
Park Shin Hye : Reports emerged about their romance after Pinocchio (2014-2015), but their agencies stated they’re just friends.
Han Hyo Joo : Speculation arose after W Two Worlds (2016) due to their chemistry on-screen. Some fans even suggested they were married.
Bae Suzy : Fans paired them after “While You Were Sleeping” (2017), especially when Suzy broke up with Lee Min Ho. Some blamed Lee Jong Suk for the breakup.
Kwon Nara : Rumors surfaced in August 2019, but Lee Jong Suk’s agency denied anything beyond a close senior-junior relationship.
IU : Confirmed dating by both agencies on December 31, 2022, after reports from Dispatch. They were seen spending Christmas and a vacation together in Japan.
FAQ
Who is Lee Jong Suk?
Lee Jong Suk is a well-known South Korean actor and model.
What is Lee Jong Suk’s real name?
His real name is Lee Jong Suk (이종석).
What makes Lee Jong Suk famous?
Lee Jong Suk gained fame for being the youngest male model to walk in the 2005 Seoul Fashion Week. He furthered his career by starring in popular drama series like “School 2013” (2012), “W” (2016), and “Big Mouth” (2022).
Where is Lee Jong Suk from?
He was born in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
How old is Lee Jong Suk?
Born in 1989, Lee Jong Suk is currently 35 years old as of 2024.
When does Lee Jong Suk celebrate his birthday?
He celebrates his birthday on September 14th every year.
How tall is Lee Jong Suk?
Lee Jong Suk stands at a height of 6’1″ or 186 cm.
Who are Lee Jong Suk’s parents?
He has not publicly revealed the names of his parents.
Is Lee Jong Suk married?
No, he is currently unmarried, but he is in a relationship with IU.
Who is Lee Jong Suk’s ex-girlfriend?
While his ex-girlfriend is not publicly known, he has been rumored to have dated Lee Bo Young, Jin Se Yeon, Park Shin Hye, Han Hyo Joo, Bae Suzy, and Kwon Nara.
How rich is Lee Jong Suk?
His net worth is estimated to be between $30 million to $40 million.