Lee Young-ha (actor)

Quick Facts: Who was Lee Young-ha (actor)?

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Lee Young-ha (actor)

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Veteran South Korean actor known for stage work and leading roles in film and television.

Born:

1950-01-17

Century / Era:

1950s Historical Era Archive

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Origins & Early Life

Lee Young-ha (born January 17, 1950) is a South Korean actor. He was a theater actor from 1969 until 1977, when he made his onscreen debut. Best known for his leading roles in Pillar of Mist, We Are Going to Geneva Now, and Only Because You Are a Woman, Lee remained active in film and television for the next three decades.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

In 2010 he returned to the stage to star in the Hur Jin-ho-directed play A Nap. Lee was married to actress Sunwoo Eun-sook for 26 years until their divorce in 2007. One of their two sons, Lee Sang-won, is also an actor.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Lee and Sunwoo both enjoyed the spotlight in the 1970s and 1980s and got married in 1981 at the peak of their careers. The two have since become veteran actors who continue to act in TV dramas.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1950 (1950-01-17): Birth of Lee Young-ha (actor) — Veteran South Korean actor known for stage work and leading roles in film and television.
2. 1969: 1969 Milestone — He was a theater actor from 1969 until 1977, when he made his onscreen debut.
3. 1981: 1981 Milestone — Lee and Sunwoo both enjoyed the spotlight in the 1970s and 1980s and got married in 1981 at the peak of their careers.
4. 2007: 2007 Milestone — Lee was married to actress Sunwoo Eun-sook for 26 years until their divorce in 2007.
5. 2010: 2010 Milestone — In 2010 he returned to the stage to star in the Hur Jin-ho-directed play A Nap.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Lee Young-ha (actor)

True or False: “Lee Young-ha's first on-screen acting role occurred after his initial period as a theater actor.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): He was active as a theater actor from 1969 until 1977, when he made his onscreen debut.

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