Lee Joon-gi
🎭 television actor
Still alive
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Age today
years old
Lee Joon-gi has spent 25 years building a distinguished career as a Actor in South Korea.
South Korean actor and singer
"His breakthrough performance in the 2005 film "The King and the Clown" cemented his status as a versatile actor." — About Lee Joon-gi
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Born
Years in career25 years active
April 17th, 1982
Birthplace
Busan
Known for
🎭 Actor
Nationality
South Korea
Generation
Millennial
Career
25 years
Region
Asia
How Lee Joon-gi compares to other Actors
🎂Lee Joon-gi is 10 years younger than the average Actor
| Metric | Lee Joon-gi | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 43 | 53 | -10 yrs |
| Career length | 25 yrs | ~35 yrs | -10 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Lee Joon-gi
Did you know?
Did you know that despite his later success, Lee Joon-gi auditioned over 200 times and faced numerous rejections before his debut?
5 Lesser-known facts
- He holds black belts in Hapkido (3rd dan), Taekwondo (3rd dan), and Taekkyeon (1st dan).
- He initially moved to Seoul alone with only 300,000 KRW (approx. $250 USD) to pursue acting.
- Before his debut, he worked various part-time jobs, including as a waiter and a billiard hall attendant.
- He reportedly auditioned over 200 times without success before landing his breakthrough role.
- Lee Joon-gi often insists on performing his own complex action sequences and stunts in his projects.
Career highlight
His breakthrough performance in the 2005 film "The King and the Clown" cemented his status as a versatile actor. Playing the effeminate clown Gong-gil, he captivated audiences and earned critical acclaim, leading to the "Lee Joon-gi Syndrome."
Legacy
Lee Joon-gi is celebrated for his pioneering roles in historical dramas and his distinctive "flower boy" image, evolving into a respected action star known for intense, character-driven performances.