Lee Kwang-soo

Quick Facts: Who was Lee Kwang-soo?

Subject:

Lee Kwang-soo

Known for:

South Korean actor and entertainer known for variety show 'Running Man' and diverse dramatic roles.

Born:

1985-07-14

Century / Era:

1985s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Lee Kwang-soo (Korean: 이광수, born July 14, 1985) is a South Korean actor, entertainer, and model. He made his acting debut in the sitcom Here He Comes (2008) and received further recognition for his roles in medical melodrama It's Okay, That's Love (2014), neo-noir film Confession (2014), black comedy film Collective Invention (2015), sitcom The Sound of Your Heart (2016), drama Live (2018), and human comedy film Inseparable Bros (2019). Lee was a regular cast member of the South Korean variety show Running Man from June 2010 until May 2021, while his last appearance on the show was aired on June 13, 2021. Lee was born on July 14, 1985, in Namyangju, South Korea. Lee began his entertainment career as a model in 2007.

Career & Major Achievements

He made his acting debut in the 2008 sitcom Here He Comes, which was followed by High Kick Through the Roof. Lee's popularity increased after joining SBS' Good Sunday variety show Running Man, gaining the nickname "Prince of Asia" by his fans. In 2010 and 2011, Lee won back-to-back awards at the SBS Entertainment Awards for "New Star Award" and "Best Newcomer in Variety", respectively. In 2012, Lee played supporting roles in the romantic comedies Wonderful Radio and All About My Wife, and thriller The Scent. Later in the year, he reunited onscreen with his former Running Man co-star and real-life best friend Song Joong-ki in the TV melodrama The Innocent Man.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In 2013, after another supporting role in A Wonderful Moment, Lee voiced the lead character Marco in the animated movie Maritime Police Marco, opposite fellow Running Man regular Song Ji-hyo, who voiced for Lulu. Lee had publicly stated that he wanted to play an antagonist in TV or film. He was then cast as Prince Imhae (villainous brother to King Gwanghae) in the 2013 period drama Goddess of Fire. While filming Goddess of Fire, he participated in an energy conservation campaign alongside child actress Kim Yoo-bin. In 2014, Lee played his first major role on the big screen in Confession.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1985 (1985-07-14): Birth of Lee Kwang-soo — South Korean actor and entertainer known for variety show 'Running Man' and diverse dramatic roles.
2. 2007: 2007 Milestone — Lee began his entertainment career as a model in 2007.
3. 2008: 2008 Milestone — He made his acting debut in the sitcom Here He Comes (2008) and received further recognition for his roles in medical melodrama It's Okay, That's Love (2014), neo-noir film Confession (2014), black comedy film Collective Invention (2015), sitcom The Sound of Your Heart (2016), drama Live (2018), and human comedy film Inseparable Bros (2019).
4. 2010: 2010 Milestone — Lee was a regular cast member of the South Korean variety show Running Man from June 2010 until May 2021, while his last appearance on the show was aired on June 13, 2021.
5. 2012: 2012 Milestone — In 2012, Lee played supporting roles in the romantic comedies Wonderful Radio and All About My Wife, and thriller The Scent.
6. 2013: 2013 Milestone — In 2013, after another supporting role in A Wonderful Moment, Lee voiced the lead character Marco in the animated movie Maritime Police Marco, opposite fellow Running Man regular Song Ji-hyo, who voiced for Lulu.
7. 2014: 2014 Milestone — In 2014, Lee played his first major role on the big screen in Confession.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Lee Kwang-soo

True or False: “Lee Kwang-soo first gained significant public recognition after joining the variety show Running Man in 2010.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): While he debuted acting earlier, his popularity surged significantly after becoming a regular cast member of Running Man starting in 2010.

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