Cha Eun-woo was born March 30, 1997 (29 years old) is a South Korean singer and actor. His birth name is Lee Dong-min.
He is best known as a member of the K-pop boy group ASTRO, under Fantagio.
Cha started acting in 2014 and later took lead roles in popular TV dramas. Some of his best-known dramas include My ID is Gangnam Beauty, Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung, True Beauty, Island, A Good Day to Be a Dog, and Wonderful World.
As a singer, he debuted with ASTRO in 2016.
Read Cha Eun-woo’s biography and get to know more about his life, relationships, education, career journey, achievements, net worth, and facts.
Quick Facts of Cha Eun-woo
| Full Name | Lee Dong-min |
| Profession | Singer and actor |
| Age | 29 years old |
| Date of Birth | March 30, 1997 |
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Aries |
| Birthplace | Gunpo, South Korea |
| Current Address | Yet to be updated |
| Gender | Male |
Cha Eun-woo Early Life and Education
Cha Eun-woo was born and grew up in Gunpo, South Korea. He has a younger brother.
His early years were that he was discovered by a talent scout during a school festival, and beginning training while in high school, which helped lead him into the entertainment industry.
Education
He attended Nungnae Elementary School, Suri Middle School, and Suri High School.
He later graduated from Hanlim Multi Art School in 2016, where he focused on broadcasting and entertainment in the acting arts department.
He studied performing arts at Sungkyunkwan University (theater department).
| School | Nungnae Elementary School; Suri Middle School; Suri High School; Hanlim Multi Art School |
| Alma Mater | Sungkyunkwan University |
| Highest Qualification | Yet to be updated |
Cha Eun-woo Personal Life
Cha Eun-woo is currently single, but he has had some dating rumours in the past. Read here:
Past relationships
Im Soo-hyang
He was rumored to be dating actress Im Soo-hyang after their drama My ID is Gangnam Beauty (2018).
Moon Ga-young
He was linked in rumors with actress Moon Ga-young after True Beauty (2020 to 2021).
BLACKPINK Rosé
Rumors with Rosé circulated online after claims that they were at the same places, including a Paris restaurant, based on fan posts and speculation.
Family
Details about his parents and siblings are yet to be updated.
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Rumoured girlfriends | Im Soo-hyang, Moon Ga-young & Rosé |
| Parents | Yet to be updated |
| Siblings | Yet to be updated |
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Cha Eun-woo Career
Cha Eun-woo started acting in 2014 with the film My Brilliant Life. He later became widely known for lead roles in TV dramas such as My ID is Gangnam Beauty (2018), Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung (2019), True Beauty (2020 to 2021), Island (2022 to 2023), A Good Day to Be a Dog (2023 to 2024), and Wonderful World (2024).
In music, he debuted as a member of ASTRO on February 23, 2016, under Fantagio. He later made his solo debut with the EP Entity in 2024.
He has also worked as an MC and TV personality. He became an MC on MBC’s Show! Music Core, along with Kim Sae-ron and Lee Soo-min (announced in 2016). In 2020, he joined the SBS variety show Master in the House as a fixed cast member, along with Kim Dong-hyun.
He later hosted the 2020 SBS Entertainment Awards along with Shin Dong-yup andn Lee Seung-gi.
For major music events, he co-hosted the 38th Golden Disc Awards along with Sung Si-kyung (January 6, 2024).
He then co-hosted the 39th Golden Disc Awards along with Sung Si-kyung and Moon Ga-young (January 4 to 5, 2025).
Cha Eun-woo Awards and Achievements
Cha Eun-woo has received several awards for acting, popularity, and TV work.
- Asia Artist Awards (2018): He won the Rising Star Award for My ID is Gangnam Beauty.
- Korea Drama Awards (2018): He won Best New Actor for My ID is Gangnam Beauty.
- Soompi Awards (2019): He won Breakout Actor for My ID is Gangnam Beauty.
- MBC Drama Awards (2019): He won the Excellence Award (actor category) for Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung, and also won the Best Couple Award with Shin Se-kyung.
- SBS Entertainment Awards (2020): He won Rookie of the Year for Master in the House.
- Blue Dragon Series Awards (2023): He won the Popularity Star Award for Island.
- MTV Video Music Awards Japan (2023): He won the Global Icon Award.
Cha Eun-woo Controversies
Tax controversy
- In January 2026, media reports said Cha Eun-woo was investigated by the Seoul Regional Tax Office and that an additional tax assessment of over 20 billion won was issued. On April 8, 2026, he posted a personal apology and said he had fully paid the related taxes.
Cha Eun-woo Net Worth
Cha Eun-woo’s net worth is around $50 million, and his annual salary is around 2.84 million (₦3,874,584,803.00).
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | $50 million |
| Salary (Approx.) | 2.84 million (₦3,874,584,803.00) |
Cha Eun-woo Height, Weight, and Physical Stats
Below are the physical states of actor Cha Eun-woo:
| Height | In centimetres: 183 cm In meters: 1.83 m In feet & inches: 6 feet |
| Weight | In kg: 70 kg In lbs: 154.5 lbs |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Dark brown |
Cha Eun-woo Instagram, X, Facebook
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FAQs
What is Cha Eun-woo’s real name?
Cha Eun-woo’s real name is Lee Dong-min.
How old is Cha Eun-woo?
Cha Eun-woo is 29 years old and was born on March 30, 1997, in Gunpo, South Korea.
What is Cha Eun-woo famous for?
Cha Eun-woo is known as a member of ASTRO and for lead roles in dramas such as True Beauty, Island, and Wonderful World.
Which company manages Cha Eun-woo?
Cha Eun-woo works with the Fantagio company.
Did Cha Eun-woo release a solo album?
Yes, Cha Eun-woo’s debut EP, Entity, was released on February 15, 2024.
What is Cha Eun-woo’s height?
Cha Eun-woo is 6 feet (183 cm) tall.
