Lee Hyun-woo (entertainer, born 1966)

Quick Facts: Who was Lee Hyun-woo (entertainer, born 1966)?

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Lee Hyun-woo (entertainer, born 1966)

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South Korean singer and actor known for hits like "Dream" and his diverse media career.

Born:

1966-03-06

Century / Era:

1966s Historical Era Archive

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2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Lee Hyun-woo, born Lee Sang-won (March 6, 1966), also known as Jessie Lee, is a Korean-American singer and actor. Lee Hyun-woo made his entertainment debut in 1991 with the album Black Rainbow and rose to fame with hit songs such as "Dream" and "Day After the Break-up." He later transitioned into acting, appearing in television dramas such as Cats on the Roof (2003), Wedding (2005), Dal-ja's Spring (2007) and Oh! My Lady (2010), as well as the films S Diary (2004), Before the Summer Passes Away (2007), and The Forgotten Bag (2011).

Career & Major Achievements

Lee married freelance curator Lee Je-ni on February 21, 2009. Their first son Lee Dong-ha was born in September 2009, and their second son Lee Ju-ha was born in April 2011; both appeared with him in the reality show The Return of Superman. On January 13, 1993, Lee was arrested on suspicion of marijuana possession; he was released on bail on February 1.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In March 1993, he was banned from appearing on the TV networks KBS and SBS, so he went on hiatus and lived in the United States until his return to the Korean entertainment scene in November of that year. He was also fined for an incident involving a DUI and driving without a license on February 18, 2007.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1966 (1966-03-06): Birth of Lee Hyun-woo (entertainer, born 1966) — South Korean singer and actor known for hits like "Dream" and his diverse media career.
2. 1991: 1991 Milestone — Lee Hyun-woo made his entertainment debut in 1991 with the album Black Rainbow and rose to fame with hit songs such as "Dream" and "Day After the Break-up.
3. 1993: 1993 Milestone — On January 13, 1993, Lee was arrested on suspicion of marijuana possession; he was released on bail on February 1.
4. 2003: 2003 Milestone — " He later transitioned into acting, appearing in television dramas such as Cats on the Roof (2003), Wedding (2005), Dal-ja's Spring (2007) and Oh!
5. 2007: 2007 Milestone — He was also fined for an incident involving a DUI and driving without a license on February 18, 2007.
6. 2009: 2009 Milestone — Lee married freelance curator Lee Je-ni on February 21, 2009.
7. 2010: 2010 Milestone — My Lady (2010), as well as the films S Diary (2004), Before the Summer Passes Away (2007), and The Forgotten Bag (2011).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Lee Hyun-woo (entertainer, born 1966)

True or False: “Lee Hyun-woo's initial professional setback in 1993 resulted in a temporary ban from major Korean TV networks.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): He was banned from appearing on KBS and SBS in March 1993 following an arrest for marijuana possession.

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