Lee Sun-kyun Age, Wiki and Bio

Lee Sun-kyun

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalitySouth Korean
Date of Birth02/03/1975
Age49 years
BirthplaceSeoul, South Korea

Bio/Wiki

Famous Role'Park Dong-ik' in the film "Parasite" (2019)

Physical Stats & More

Height180 cm
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityKorea National University of Arts, Seoul, South Korea
Educational QualificationBFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) in Acting

Personal Life

HobbiesListening to Music and Watching Films

Relationships & More

Marital Status (at the time of death)Married
Affairs/GirlfriendsJeon Hye-jin
Marriage Date23/05/2009

Family

Wife/SpouseJeon Hye-jin
Children
Son(s)
  • Lee Rook (25/11/2009)
  • Lee Roon (Born on 09/08/2011)
Daughternone

Career

AgencyHodu & U Entertainment
Debut
TheatreThe Rocky Horror Show (2001) as 'Brad'
Short FilmPsycho Drama (2000) as 'Park Dong-woo'
K-dramaLovers (2002)
Feature FilmMake It Big (2002) as 'Woo Jung-chul'
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • Screen Actors Guild Awards - Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for "Parasite"
  • Critics' Choice Awards - Best Acting Ensemble for "Parasite"
  • Korean Popular Culture & Arts Awards - Prime Minister's Commendation
  • APAN Star Awards - Daesang for "My Mister"
  • The Seoul Awards - Best Actor (K-drama) for "My Mister"
  • Blue Dragon Film Awards - Best Actor for the film "A Hard Day"
  • Buil Film Awards - Best Actor for the film "A Hard Day"
  • Las Palmas de Gran Canaria International Film Festival - Award for the Best Actor for the film "Paju"
  • KBS Drama Award - Best Actor in a One-Act/Drama Special for the K-drama "Our Slightly Risque Relationship"
Baeksang Arts Awards
  • 2019: Best Actor (TV) for the K-drama "My Mister"
  • 2015: Best Actor (Film) for the film "A Hard Day"
  • 2007: Best New Actor (TV) for the K-drama "White Tower"
MBC Drama Awards
  • 2014: Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries) for the K-drama "Miss Korea"
  • 2012: Top Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries for the K-drama) "Golden Time"
  • 2010: Best Couple Award with Gong Hyo-jin for the K-drama "Pasta"
  • 2010: Top Excellence Award for the K-drama "Pasta"
  • 2007: Excellence Award (actor) for the K-drama "Coffee Prince"
  • 2007: Golden Acting Award (Actor in a Miniseries) for the K-drama "White Tower"

Favourites

SingerJae-ha Yoo
BandShinchon Blues
MusicianKim Hyun-shik

Some Lesser Known Facts

Lee Sun-kyun (1975-2023) was a prominent South Korean actor known for his roles in popular K-dramas and films like Coffee Prince (2007), Pasta (2010), and Parasite (2019).
In December 2023, Lee Sun-kyun was found dead in a car at a park in Seoul, South Korea.
During high school, he was passionate about basketball, playing for almost twelve hours daily.
He also had interests in music and advertising and aspired to work as a radio show producer.
Lee's journey into acting began in college when he replaced a senior in a drama club performance.
He left college to pursue acting, eventually studying at Korea National University of Arts.
Lee Sun-kyun appeared in popular musical theaters and made his TV debut in the 2002 K-drama series "Lovers."
He starred in several short films and made his breakthrough with the 2007 medical K-drama "White Tower."
His film debut was in "Make It Big" (2002), and he gained recognition with the 2008 film "Sa-kwa."
In "Parasite" (2019), Lee played the role of 'Park Dong-ik' in the award-winning movie directed by Bong Joon-ho.
Known for his 'impatient perfectionist' roles, Lee had a significant impact on the audience through his diverse performances.
In 2007, he became the brand ambassador for the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service.
Lee Sun-kyun's sudden death in December 2023 shocked fans and the industry, with investigations revealing his early departure after leaving a suicide note.