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Lee Do Hyun is a South Korean actor. He rose to prominence due to his roles in various drama series including Hotel del Luna (2019), Sweet Home (2020), The Glory (2022–2023), and The Good Bad Mother (2023).

Career

Growing up, Lee Do Hyun always has great interest in the film industry. To pursue his dream of becoming an actor, he studied Film and Theater in Chung-Ang University.

In 2017, this Aries man got his debut in the drama Prison Playbook. He played the younger version of one of the main characters Lee Joon-ho.

Overtime, he got more supporting roles like in Still 17 and Clean with Passion for Now.

Do Hyun got casted on the dark fantasy TV series Hotel del Luna in 2019. The series was a huge hit, even becoming highest rated Korean drama in cable television.

Its popularity helped the up-and-coming actor in gaining recognition.

The man from Goyang got his first leading role in 2020 for the drama 18 Again. He was casted as the 18 years old Hong Dae-young.

For his amazing performance, he won the Best New Actor Award in television at Baeksang Arts Awards and Best New Actor Award at the APAN Star Awards.

This  actor continued on his successful run in 2021. He starred in Beyond Evil, Youth of May, and Melancholia.

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Profile

  • Real Name: Lim Dong Hyun (임동현)
  • Stage Name: Lee Do Hyun
  • Nickname: –
  • Birthday: April 11, 1995
  • Birthplace: Goyang, Gyeonggi, South Korea
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries
  • Nationality: Korean
  • Religion: –
  • Profession: Actor
  • Education: Chung-Ang University
  • Hobbies: Playing basketball, Playing guitar, Playing with his dog
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  • Instagram: @ldh_sky
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  • Youtube: –
  • Website: 이도현

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance 

  • Height: 182 cm (5’12”)
  • Weight: 70 Kg (154 lbs)
  • Blood Type: A
  • Hair Color: Dark Brown
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Body Measurements: 39-30-10 (Bust -39, Waist -30, and Arms -10 inches)
  • Shoe Size: 9 (US)

Family 

  • Father: –
  • Mother: –
  • Brother: Im Dong Hyuk 
  • Sister: –

Girlfriend & Dating History 

Unidentified Woman

In an interview in 2021 with Esquire Korea, he revealed that he broke up with his then-girlfriend right before the filming of Netflix’s drama series Sweet Home.

According to Do Hyun, the role he took lost his beloved girl, so he decided to end the relationship to be able to relate and portray the character better.

Aside from that, he also stated that his career as an actor was his ultimate priority back then.

Lim Ji Yeon

Lee Do Hyun reportedly dated Lim Ji Yeon, who’s his co-star in The Glory, according to a South Korean news outlet, Dispatch.

Dispatch reported that the couple started taking interest in one another after going on a trip with the rest of the member in the summer following the drama release.

The relationship was confirmed by both of their agencies not long after. Their relationship is still going strong.

Net Worth 

Multiple sources estimated his net worth to be around $1 million to $5 million. He seems to earn income primarily from working as a professional actor in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether he has undergone any cosmetic surgery procedure to alter his appearance.

Facts

  • Do Hyun wants to act in more romantic comedy dramas and becomes a romcom monster.
  • He likes playing basketball.
  • He used to be a basketball player in high school.
  • His brother has intellectual disability.
  • He likes playing guitar.
  • He loves playing with his dog.
  • This Actor usually walks his dog at night.
  • He was in Running Man for episode 496 and 499.
  • He was also in Knowing Brothers episode 246.
  • The man from Goyang wants to give people hope through his acting.
  • He is quite close to IU.
  • He wants to act alongside IU in a melodrama.
  • Do Hyun can be quite critical of his acting in past films or series.
  • He has learned to accept his acting and not think of whether he could do better.
  • He needs to set up six to seven alarms to wake up in the morning.
  • This Aries man doesn’t eat breakfast in the morning.
  • He drinks lots of protein drinks.
  • He likes spending the afternoon at home and then go out at night.
  • Do Hyun prefers night to day.
  • He loves the night air in winter and summer.
  • The 18 Again actor is someone that will give his all to someone he likes.
  • When a girl doesn’t like him back, he would get over it quickly.
  • He enlisted on military in August 2023.
  • His ideal type is a woman who can eat delightfully in front of him.

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Movies 

  • Exhuma (2024), as Bong Gil
  • Summer Night (2017), as Lim Seo Jin

Drama Series 

  • Death’s Game (TVING | 2023), as TBA
  • The Good Bad Mother (JTBC | 2023), as Choi Kang Ho
  • The Glory Part 2 (Netflix | 2023), as Joo Yeo Jeong
  • The Glory (Netflix | 2022), as Joo Yeo Jeong
  • Melancholia (tvN | 2021), as Baek Seung Yoo
  • Youth of May (KBS2 | 2021), as Hwang Hee Tae
  • Beyond Evil (JTBC | 2021), as Young Lee Dong Sik (young)
  • Sweet Home (Netflix |  2020), as Lee Eun Hyeok
  • 18 Again (JTBC | 2020), as Hong Dae Young / Go Woo Young
  • The Great Show (tvN | 2019), Teen Wie Dae Han
  • Hotel Del Luna (tvN | 2019), as Ko Choeng Myung
  • Clean With Passion For Now (JTBC | 2018-2019), as Gil O Dol
  • Still 17 (SBS | 2018), as Dong Hae Beom
  • Prison Playbook (tvN | 2017-2018), as Young Lee Joon Ho

Awards 

  • 2023 Brand of the Year Awards – Male Actor of the Year (OTT)
  • 2021 APAN Star Awards – Best New Actor – 18 Again
  • 2021 Asian Academy Creative Awards – Best Actor in Supporting Role – Sweet Home
  • 2021 Asia Artist Awards – Rookie of the Year Award – Youth of May
  • 2021 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actor (Television) – 18 Again
  • 2021 Brand of the Year Awards – Rising Star Actor
  • 2021 KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, actor – Youth of May
  • 2021 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award (with Go Min Si) – Youth of May
  • 2021 Kinolights Awards – Actor of the Year (Domestic) – Sweet Home, Youth of May 
  • 2021 Korea First Brand Awards – Best New Actor – 18 Again
  • 2019 KBS Drama Awards – Best Actor in a One-Act/Special/Short Drama – Scouting Report (Drama Special)

Nominations 

  • 2023 Global Film & Television Huading Awards – Best Global Teleplay Leading Actor – The Glory
  • 2023 Brand Customer Loyalty Awards – Best Actor (OTT) – The Glory
  • 2022 Blue Dragon Series Awards – Best New Actor – Youth of May
  • 2021 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries – Youth of May
  • 2021 Seoul International Drama Awards – Outstanding Korean Actor – Sweet Home
  • 2020 Asia Artist Awards – Popularity Award (Actor)
  • 2018 SBS Drama Awards – Character of the Year – Still 17

Quotes

 “There was a time I cried because I wasn’t able to properly say my lines on set of the first filming, even after practicing until 5 a.m. the previous night.”

“[Ra Mi Ran] told me, ‘In times like that, you just have to rest and not think about anything.’ That’s when I realized that grasping [my emotions] so tightly in the palm of my hand would make them explode.”

“My brother… He is a bit unwell. I always get hold of myself thinking about him. He works in a market, and it seems there still are people who harass and make fun of one with disabilities.”

“Mom had three jobs. She used to get out at 1AM to distribute newspapers, back home at 8AM just to freshen up to work in a restaurant, have one hour of sleep, and then out for babysitting. She worked a lot. I still feel sorry for that.”

“Now I can afford my family’s living. We moved out and paid all our debts. But still, my parents won’t quit their job. I’ve got to live my life at my parent’s expense. They didn’t get to enjoy their’s, supporting me. Now making them fully live their life became my goal.”

Pics of Lee Do Hyun

1. Do Hyun looks so adorable posing with a dog

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2. He has the aura of a model

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3. Blue suit looks incredible on him

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4. He seems ready for the summer

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5. Do Hyun has got a super hot look

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FAQs

Who is Lee Do Hyun?

He is a South Korean actor.

Who is Lee Do Hyun’s real name?

His real name is Lim Dong Hyun (임동현).

What makes Lee Do Hyun famous?

He became famous due to his roles in various drama series including Hotel del Luna (2019), Sweet Home (2020), The Glory (2022–2023), and The Good Bad Mother (2023).

Where is Lee Do Hyun from?

He was born in Goyang, Gyeonggi, South Korea.

How old is Lee Do Hyun?

He was born in 1994, and he is 30 years old as of 2024.

When does Lee Do Hyun celebrate his birthday?

He celebrates on the 11th of every April.

How tall is Lee Do Hyun?

His height is 5’12” or 182 cm.

Who are Lee Do Hyun’s parents?

He did not reveal the names of his father and mother

Is Lee Do Hyun married?

No, he is currently unmarried. But he is in a relationship with Lim Ji Yeon.

Who is Lee Do Hyun’s ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriend is an unidentified woman.

How rich is Lee Do Hyun?

His net worth is around $1 million to $5 million.

What is Lee Do Hyun’s nationality?

His nationality is South Korean.

It doesn’t take long for Lee Do Hyun to take over the film industry. He always nails his performances, whether it’s on the leading roles or the supporting ones.

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