IU

IU is 32 years old (born May 16, 1993).

Yes, IU is still alive as of 2026, aged 32.

IU is from Seoul, South Korea, South Korea.

Lee Ji-eun (Hangul: 이지은; born May 16, 1993), commonly known by her stage name IU (Hangul: 아이유), is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actress. She made her first television debut in 2011 with Dream High. She has won acclaim for her roles in South Korean dramas The Producers (2015), Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016), My Mister (2018), and Hotel Del Luna (2019). She has also starred in a Netflix anthology series Persona (2019). Lee's most recent work includes the 2021 film Dream.

IU is a Millennial, born in 1993.

Did you know that IU, a highly acclaimed artist today, actually failed 20 auditions before being accepted into her first agency?

While IU achieved immense fame as a singer, her role as Lee Ji-an in the critically acclaimed 2018 drama 'My Mister' is often cited as a defining career moment. It showcased her profound acting depth and versatility, earning her widespread praise for her raw and emotional performance, solidifying her status as a formidable actress.