Lee Ji-hoon (entertainer)

Quick Facts: Who was Lee Ji-hoon (entertainer)?

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Lee Ji-hoon (entertainer)

Known for:

South Korean singer and actor known for his versatile career in music and drama.

Born:

1979-03-27

Century / Era:

1979s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Lee Ji-hoon (Korean: 이지훈; Hanja: 李志勳; born March 27, 1979) is a South Korean singer and actor. Lee made his debut on October 15, 1996, while he was still in high school, with the single "Why the Heaven". He had not been able to release a solo album since his 4 album released in February 2001. Instead of performing on stage as a solo singer, he and Kangta formed a project group called the "S" with their close singer friend, Shin Hye-sung. In May 2004, Lee released a new album as a solo vocalist.

Career & Major Achievements

The title song of the new album was "Trinity", a ballad sung with a shouting-like singing style. Female vocalist Lee Soo-young and Shin Hye-sung, a member of Shinhwa, participated in the new album by Lee. He also acted in the movie, Lovely Rivals and Wet Dreams 2. His first major role was as Kim Jaewon's rival for Eugene's affections in Wonderful Life. He then starred in Hello!

Enduring Legacy & Impact

He also starred in KBS daily drama You Are My Destiny opposite of Girls' Generation member, Im Yoona. In March 2011, Lee signed with Japanese label EMI Music Japan. Lee performed as male lead Daniel, rotating with Um Ki-joon, Ahn Jae-wook, Song Seung-hyun of FT Island and Lee Sungmin of Super Junior in the musical Jack the Ripper from July 5 to August 14, 2011, at Chungmu Arts Hall. In September 2013, it was announced that Lee had been cast as Fiyero Tigelaar in the Korean production of the musical Wicked. In April 2021, Lee announced on his Instagram that he would marry his non-celebrity Japanese girlfriend, Ayane Miura, who is fourteen years his junior.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1979 (1979-03-27): Birth of Lee Ji-hoon (entertainer) — South Korean singer and actor known for his versatile career in music and drama.
2. 1996: 1996 Milestone — Lee made his debut on October 15, 1996, while he was still in high school, with the single "Why the Heaven".
3. 2001: 2001 Milestone — He had not been able to release a solo album since his 4 album released in February 2001.
4. 2004: 2004 Milestone — In May 2004, Lee released a new album as a solo vocalist.
5. 2011: 2011 Milestone — In March 2011, Lee signed with Japanese label EMI Music Japan.
6. 2013: 2013 Milestone — In September 2013, it was announced that Lee had been cast as Fiyero Tigelaar in the Korean production of the musical Wicked.
7. 2021: 2021 Milestone — In April 2021, Lee announced on his Instagram that he would marry his non-celebrity Japanese girlfriend, Ayane Miura, who is fourteen years his junior.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Lee Ji-hoon (entertainer)

True or False: “Lee Ji-hoon debuted as a solo artist immediately after completing high school.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): He made his debut on October 15, 1996, while he was still in high school, but the text notes that he did not release a solo album until May 2004.

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