Lee Yi-kyung

Quick Facts: Who was Lee Yi-kyung?

Subject:

Lee Yi-kyung

Known for:

South Korean actor known for roles in teen dramas and villainous characters.

Born:

1989-01-08

Century / Era:

1989s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Lee Yi-kyung (Korean: 이이경; born January 8, 1989) is a South Korean actor. Lee enrolled in Seoul Institute of the Arts Acting Department class of 2011. Lee made his acting debut in 2011, and first gained recognition from playing a rebellious student in the teen drama School 2013. Thereafter, he played supporting roles in television dramas such as My Love from the Star (2013) and Descendants of the Sun (2016). Lee gained popularity following his comedic role in Confession Couple.

Career & Major Achievements

He was cast in his first major role in Welcome to Waikiki (2018) which was professionally successful for Lee, as he also played the lead actor in the critically well-received Children of Nobody. Lee has also appeared in both independent and commercial films, notably Leesong Hee-il's White Night (2012) and Kim Ki-duk's One on One (2014). In 2018, he stars in two films - drama film Monsters (also known as Wretches) which tackles teenage bullying; and omnibus horror film Pension: Dangerous Encounter. On March 8, 2022, it was reported that Lee's contract with HB Entertainment has ended. Later on March 25, 2022, Lee signed with Screening ENT after the expiration of his contract with the original agency.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

After a year long break, Lee returns to acting in a major role in Marry My Husband (2024) where he plays the role of an irredeemable villain, a character that proves versatility from his usual friendly TV persona. His work in the series granted him a nomination to the 60th Baeksang Arts Award for Best Supporting Actor. His father was the CEO of LG Innotek, Lee Ung-beom. In April 2018, it was announced Lee was dating his Welcome to Waikiki co-star Jung In-sun. The couple was introduced by Lee's friend actor Lee Ki-woo and had been dating for a year before the news broke.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1989 (1989-01-08): Birth of Lee Yi-kyung — South Korean actor known for roles in teen dramas and villainous characters.
2. 2011: 2011 Milestone — Lee enrolled in Seoul Institute of the Arts Acting Department class of 2011.
3. 2012: 2012 Milestone — Lee has also appeared in both independent and commercial films, notably Leesong Hee-il's White Night (2012) and Kim Ki-duk's One on One (2014).
4. 2013: 2013 Milestone — Thereafter, he played supporting roles in television dramas such as My Love from the Star (2013) and Descendants of the Sun (2016).
5. 2018: 2018 Milestone — He was cast in his first major role in Welcome to Waikiki (2018) which was professionally successful for Lee, as he also played the lead actor in the critically well-received Children of Nobody.
6. 2022: 2022 Milestone — On March 8, 2022, it was reported that Lee's contract with HB Entertainment has ended.
7. 2024: 2024 Milestone — After a year long break, Lee returns to acting in a major role in Marry My Husband (2024) where he plays the role of an irredeemable villain, a character that proves versatility from his usual friendly TV persona.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Lee Yi-kyung

True or False: “Lee Yi-kyung's initial breakthrough recognition came from a role in the 2013 drama School.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): He first gained significant recognition for playing a rebellious student in the teen drama *School* in 2013.

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