Lee Hyun Woo debuted as a child actor when he was only nine years old. Afterward, he won the heart of the general public with his role in the drama series The Return of Iljimae in 2009.
That very year, he also starred in the drama series Queen Seondeok and began to garner a lot of recognition and popularity due to his splendid performance.
He could likewise be found in the drama series Master of Study in 2010 and To the Beautiful You in 2012. These two projects secured his place as one of the most anticipated actors.
Then, at that point, he was offered a part in the 2013 movie Secretly, Greatly. Another movie that made his name rise is The Con Artists (2014).
Besides dabbling in the acting industry, he is also known as a model. So far, he has modeled several music videos such as I Love You (2013) by Akdong Musician and You and I (2011) by IU.
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Profile
- Real Name: Lee Hyun Woo (이현우)
- Stage Name: Lee Hyun Woo (이현우)
- Also Known as: Lee Hyeon Wu, Lee Hyeon Woo, Lee Hyeon U
- Nickname: Hyun Woo (현우)
- Birthday: March 23, 1993
- Birthplace: Anyang, Gyeonggi, South Korea
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Nationality: South Korean
- Height: 172 cm (5’7”)
- Weight: –
- Blood Type: B
- Religion: –
- Professions: Actor, Singer
- Education: Dongguk University (Theater and Film)
- Hobbies: Playing soccer, playing basketball, snowboarding
- Parents: –
- Siblings: –
- Girlfriend: –
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- Instagram: @hihyunwoo
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Facts
- Hyun Woo first debuted as a child actor.
- He is friends with soloist IU and singer Park Ji Yeon from the girl group T-ARA.
- Hyun Woo often acts awkward when he meets new people for the first time.
- He enlisted in the military in 2018.
- Hyun Woo said he had a good sleep and ate his last meal, which was bulgogi and short rib soup before enlisting.
- His close friends are Kim Sung Joo and Cho Seung Youn from boy group UNIQ, soloist Dean, and fellow actor Lee Seo Won:
- He is very friendly.
- Hyun Woo has a wide range of preferences when it comes to music.
- He took rap lessons at some point.
- Hyun Woo can play soccer very well.
- His ideal type is someone who smiles brightly.
- His net worth is around $1.5 million.
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Movies
- Dog Days (2022), as Hyeon
- Hero (2022), as Yoo Dong Ha
- Dream (2021), as Kim In Sun
- The Beauty Inside (2015), as Woo Jin
- Northern Limit Line (2015), as Park Dong Hyeok
- The Con Artists (2014), as Park Jong Bae
- Secretly, Greatly (2013), as Lee Hae Jin
- GLove (2011), as Kim Jin Man
- The Loneliness of Butcher Boy (2010), as Tae Shik
- Hwang Jin Yi (2007), as Nom Yi
- A Dirty Carnival (2006), as Kim Min Ho
- Holiday (2006), as a supporting character
- Baribari Jjang (2005), as a supporting character
Drama Series
- Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area (Netflix | 2022), as Rio
- Bound At First Sight (iQiyi | 2017), as Gao Song
- The Liar and His Lover (tvN | 2017), as Kang Han Kyeol
- Moorim School: Saga of the Brave (KBS2 | 2016), as Yoon Shi Woo
- Run Toward Tomorrow (SBS | 2015), as Kang Moon Jae
- Scholar Who Walks the Night (MBC | 2015), as Crown Prince Jung Hyun
- To The Beautiful You (SBS | 2012), as Cha Eun Gyeol
- Man From the Equator (KBS2 | 2012), as Kim Sun Woo
- Brain (KBS2 | 2011), as Park Dong Hwa
- Gyebaek (MBC | 2011), as Gye Baek
- Master of Study (KBS2 | 2009), as Hong Chan Doo
- What’s for Dinner? (MBC | 2009), as Tommy
- Queen Seondeok (MBC | 2009), as Kim Yoo Shin
- The Return of Iljimae (MBC | 2009), as Cha Dol Yi
- Four Colours of Love (2008), as Lee Jeong Ok
- The Great King, Sejong (KBS | 2008), as King Se Jong
- Lobbyist (SBS | 2007), as Joo Ho
- The Legend (MBC | 2007), as Cheo Ro
- Hwarang Fighter Maru (2006), as Seo Da Ham
- Spring Day (2005), as a supporting character
- Oolla Boolla Blue-jjang (2004), as a supporting character
TV Shows
- Real Mate in Saipan (Viki | 2014), as a guest
- Hwasin: Controller of the Heart (SBS | 2013), as a guest
- Strong Heart (SBS | 2012), as a guest
- Music on Top (JTBC | 2011), as the main host
- Invincible Youth Season 2 (KBS2 | 2011), as a guest
- Hello Counselor: Season 1 (KBS2 | 2010), as a guest
- Running Man (SBS | 2010), as a guest
- Happy Together: Season 3 (KBS2 | 2007), as a guest
- Inkigayo (SBS | 1991), as the main host
Music Video Appearances
- Above the Time (2019) – IU
- Ordinary Love (2016) – KCM
- I Love You (2013) – Akdong Musician
- First Love’s Melody (2012) – Acoustic Collabo
- You and I (2011) – IU
- Jump (2005) – Haha
Theaters
- Footloose (2010), as Ren McCormack
Awards
- 2016 49th WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival – Best Supporting Actor Award – Northern Limit Line
- 2015 30th Korea Best Dresser Swan Awards – Rising Star Award – Northern Limit Line
- 2014 9th Asia Model Festival Awards – New Star Award – Secretly, Greatly
- 2012 SBS Drama Awards – New Star Award – To the Beautiful You
- 2008 KBS Drama Awards – Best Young Actor – The Great King, Sejong
Nominations
- 2015 52nd Grand Bell Awards – Best New Actor – Northern Limit Line
- 2014 16th Seoul International Youth Film Festival – Best Young Actor – Secretly, Greatly
- 2013 22nd Buil Film Awards – Best New Actor – Secretly, Greatly
- 2013 34th Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actor – Secretly, Greatly
- 2013 SBS Entertainment Awards – Best Newcomer Award – Inkigayo
- 2012 KBS Drama Awards – Best New Actor – Man from the Equator
Lee Hyun Woo is an extremely talented actor who knows how to captivate audiences through his acting and singing. Hopefully, he will stay to make our days shine brighter for a long time.
I have a crush on lee Hyun Woo he is hot and.cute he has a nice voice I fell for him I want to get I wish I could date him! I live in Phoenix az I wish he could sing to me!