Lee Jun-ho

Quick Facts: Who was Lee Jun-ho?

Subject:

Lee Jun-ho

Known for:

South Korean singer-songwriter and actor known for 2PM and solo success in Japan.

Born:

1990-01-25

Century / Era:

1990s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Lee Jun-ho (Korean: 이준호; born January 25, 1990), known mononymously as Junho, is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actor. He rose to prominence as a member of the South Korean boy band 2PM, before making his solo music debut in Japan in 2013. As a solo artist, he released two studio albums, one compilation album and eight extended plays, achieving significant success in Japan. Lee made his acting debut in the film Cold Eyes (2013), followed by Twenty (2015). He gained recognition for his roles in television series including Good Manager (2017), Rain or Shine (2017–2018), Confession (2019), The Red Sleeve (2021), King the Land (2023) and Typhoon Family (2025).

Career & Major Achievements

His performance in The Red Sleeve earned him the Baeksang Arts Award for Best Actor – Television. Lee was inspired to pursue filmmaking after watching the film Shiri in elementary school. However, by the fourth grade, his interests had shifted toward acting. Although he initially enjoyed dancing and singing, he aspired to become an actor and subsequently enrolled in the drama program at Sewon High School. While in high school, Lee was active in the school's theater club and participated in various provincial and poetry competitions.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Lee attended Howon University in Gunsan, South Korea, where he completed his undergraduate studies. He later earned a master's degree in cinematography from Sejong University. In 2006, Lee first gained public attention when he won Superstar Survival. The show began with twelve teenage competitors, who were eliminated one by one over the course of the competition until three finalists remained. Its format was similar to that of the reality show Survivor.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1990 (1990-01-25): Birth of Lee Jun-ho — South Korean singer-songwriter and actor known for 2PM and solo success in Japan.
2. 2006: 2006 Milestone — In 2006, Lee first gained public attention when he won Superstar Survival.
3. 2013: 2013 Milestone — He rose to prominence as a member of the South Korean boy band 2PM, before making his solo music debut in Japan in 2013.
4. 2017: 2017 Milestone — He gained recognition for his roles in television series including Good Manager (2017), Rain or Shine (2017–2018), Confession (2019), The Red Sleeve (2021), King the Land (2023) and Typhoon Family (2025).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Lee Jun-ho

True or False: “Lee Jun-ho's initial interest in filmmaking was inspired by the film Shiri while he was in elementary school.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): The provided text confirms that Lee was inspired to pursue filmmaking after watching the movie Shiri during his elementary school years.

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