Lee Jun-young

Quick Facts: Who was Lee Jun-young?

Subject:

Lee Jun-young

Known for:

Versatile South Korean artist known for acting roles and musical prowess.

Born:

1997-01-22

Century / Era:

1997s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Lee Jun-young (Korean: 이준영; born January 22, 1997), also known as Jun, is a South Korean singer, rapper and actor who debuted as a member of the boy band U-KISS in 2014. He joined the survival program The Unit (2017–18) and won to become the center and main vocalist of the project group UNB. As an actor, he has achieved wider recognition for his roles in several projects, such as Class of Lies (2019), D.P. (2021), Love and Leashes (2022), Mask Girl (2023), When Life Gives You Tangerines (2025), Weak Hero Class 2 (2025), Reborn Rookie (2026), and Four Hands, Two Sonatas (2026). Lee has been noted for his strong acting skills paired with his diverse and unique role selections, earning him descriptions such as "the acting god" or "the most unconventional" among actors of his generation. Beyond his work in music and acting, he has participated in musical theatre, dance battles, variety programs, art exhibitions, and hosting activities, which has led some to describe him as a "hexagonal trendsetter" for his versatility across multiple fields.

Career & Major Achievements

On May 15, 2014, NH Media announced new member Jun to the public via U-KISS's official Korean website. On June 2, 2014, he made his debut with U-KISS and the group released its 9th mini album Mono Scandal along with the 19+ rated music video of the album's title track "Quit Playing". In the same year, U-KISS also released their 9th Japanese single album LOVE ON U and kicked off the U-KISS JAPAN LIVE TOUR 2014, which was held in Nippon Budokan, effectively starting his career in Japan. In December 2014, U-KISS made another comeback with their 10th Japanese single album Sweetie. In 2015, U-KISS started the year with their 10th mini album Always, followed by their 4th Japanese regular album Action in March and 11th Japanese single album Stay Gold in September.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In 2016, U-KISS made another comeback with their 12th Japanese single album Kissing to feel, 5th Japanese regular album One Shot One Kill, 11th mini album Stalker, and 13th Japanese single album PaNiC!. Unfortunately, the 11th mini album Stalker was the last Korean comeback Jun had with U-KISS until his contract ended in 2021, since NH Media decided to focus on the Japanese market entirely. In 2017, Lee debuted as an actor in the tvN Wednesday-Thursday drama Avengers Social Club. It was based on the webtoon titled "Buam-dong Avengers Social Club" by Sajatokki, serialized on Daum. He played the role of Lee Soo-gyum, a third-year student at Saebit High School and the youngest member of the Bokja Club.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1997 (1997-01-22): Birth of Lee Jun-young — Versatile South Korean artist known for acting roles and musical prowess.
2. 2014: 2014 Milestone — On May 15, 2014, NH Media announced new member Jun to the public via U-KISS's official Korean website.
3. 2015: 2015 Milestone — In 2015, U-KISS started the year with their 10th mini album Always, followed by their 4th Japanese regular album Action in March and 11th Japanese single album Stay Gold in September.
4. 2016: 2016 Milestone — In 2016, U-KISS made another comeback with their 12th Japanese single album Kissing to feel, 5th Japanese regular album One Shot One Kill, 11th mini album Stalker, and 13th Japanese single album PaNiC!.
5. 2017: 2017 Milestone — He joined the survival program The Unit (2017–18) and won to become the center and main vocalist of the project group UNB.
6. 2019: 2019 Milestone — As an actor, he has achieved wider recognition for his roles in several projects, such as Class of Lies (2019), D.
7. 2021: 2021 Milestone — (2021), Love and Leashes (2022), Mask Girl (2023), When Life Gives You Tangerines (2025), Weak Hero Class 2 (2025), Reborn Rookie (2026), and Four Hands, Two Sonatas (2026).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Lee Jun-young

True or False: “Lee Jun-young's initial major breakthrough in the entertainment industry came through his participation in a survival program.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): He joined The Unit in 2017 and subsequently debuted as the center of the project group UNB.

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