Jee-Yun Lee is a Canadian broadcast journalist, news anchor, and part-time actress.
Lee was born on May 3, 1972 (54 years old) in South Korea. She is best known as an anchor and reporter at CP24, the Toronto news channel, where she has become a familiar face across the Greater Toronto Area.
Over a career spanning close to three decades, she has covered major stories such as the G20 summit in Toronto and many TIFF red carpets. She also helped launch and co-anchor the popular evening newscast CP24 Live at 10.
Beyond the newsroom, Lee has built a second life on screen, appearing in films and shows including The Incredible Hulk, Camp Rock, and Room.
In 2011, she received the Korean Canadian Heritage Award for arts and entertainment.
Quick Facts of Jee-Yun Lee
| Full Name | Jee-Yun Lee |
| Profession | Broadcast journalist, news anchor, reporter, part-time actress |
| Age | 54 years old |
| Date of Birth | May 3, 1972 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Birthplace | South Korea |
| Current Address | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Gender | Female |
Early Life and Education
Jee-Yun Lee was born in South Korea, and her family immigrated to Canada when she was just one year old. She grew up in Toronto and has spoken about coming from an underserved community.
The names of her parents and any siblings are yet to be updated, as she has chosen to keep her family life private.
Education
Lee attended North Toronto Collegiate Institute and then studied history and politics at the University of Toronto.
She had done an internship at CTV’s The Dini Petty Show helped her discover her passion for broadcasting.
In 1995, she returned to the classroom and joined the graduate journalism programme at Humber College.
| Alma Mater | Humber College |
| Highest Qualification | Graduate journalism programme |
Personal Life
Jee-Yun Lee keeps her private life very quiet, but she has shared a few personal details with her audience over the years.
Lee is married. The name and details of her husband are yet to be updated.
Children
Lee has one son. Further details about him are yet to be updated.
Parents
Lee’s parents moved the family from South Korea to Canada when she was a baby. She has spoken warmly about her family and her Korean heritage.
The names of her father, mother, and siblings are yet to be updated.
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Husband | Yet to be updated |
| Children | Son: Yet to be updated |
| Parents | Father: Yet to be updated Mother: Yet to be updated |
| Siblings | Yet to be updated |
Jee-Yun Lee Career
Jee-Yun Lee has built a long and varied career in Canadian television news, moving from a small market newsroom to one of the busiest news channels in the country.
1990s: First job at CTV Saskatchewan
Lee started her journalism career at CTV Saskatchewan. In a small newsroom, she wore many hats, working as a videographer, anchor, weather reporter, producer, writer and lineup editor.
This early role gave her hands-on experience in almost every part of a television newsroom.
1997: Returns to Ontario with CHCH TV Hamilton
In 1997, Lee moved back to central Canada and joined CHCH TV in Hamilton, where she stayed for about five years. This period helped her grow as a reporter closer to home.
Citytv Toronto: Consumer specialist and host
Lee then spent around eight years at Citytv in Toronto. Her beats ranged from health to Queen’s Park to consumer stories, and she became known as a consumer specialist.
She made guest appearances on Breakfast Television and on Cityline with Marilyn Denis. She also hosted Citytv’s New Year’s Eve Bash from Nathan Phillips Square from 2002 to 2004.
During these years, she ran a popular blog on CityNews.ca called Jeelicious, writing the content and taking the photos herself. She was also the host of The Spin for Star Daily.
2010: Joins CP24
In 2010, Lee joined CP24 as a breaking news reporter. She provided live coverage of some of the biggest local stories, including the G20 summit in Toronto, the 2013 Toronto flood and many TIFF red carpets.
2012 to 2018: Co-anchor of CP24 Live at 10
From 2012 to 2018, Lee helped launch and co-anchor the highly rated evening newscast CP24 Live at 10. She also anchored special coverage of the 2012 United States Presidential Election.
Present: Anchor and CP24 Breakfast Live Eye host
Today, Lee continues as an anchor and reporter at CP24. She is a remote Live Eye host on CP24 Breakfast, working alongside hosts such as Bill Coulter, Jennifer Hsiung, and Nick Dixon.
Acting work
Alongside journalism, Lee is a part-time actress and a member of ACTRA. Her roles have mostly been small parts, often as a reporter.
She appeared in the Marvel film The Incredible Hulk, which starred Edward Norton and Liv Tyler.
She featured in the Disney television movie Camp Rock, led by Demi Lovato and the Jonas Brothers, and in the acclaimed drama Room, which starred Brie Larson and Jacob Tremblay.
She has also appeared in More of Repo Men and Me.
Jee-Yun Lee Awards and Achievements
Jee-Yun Lee has been recognised for both her journalism and her community work over the years.
Her major wins
- Korean Canadian Heritage Award for arts and entertainment (2011).
- Part of the CityNews team was recognised with a Gemini award.
Her key nominations
- Top Choice Awards Best TV Personality (2014 nominee).
Jee-Yun Lee Net Worth
The estimated net worth ranges between $1–$5 million, and her annual salary is around $ 45,000–$ 110,500.
| Net Worth (Approx.) | $1–$5 million |
| Salary (Approx.) | $ 45,000–$ 110,500 |
Jee-Yun Lee Height, Weight and Physical Stats
Below are the physical stats of Jee-Yun Lee:
| Height | In centimetres: 165 cm In metres: 1.65 m In feet and inches: 5 feet 5 inches |
| Weight | In kg: Yet to be updated In lbs: Yet to be updated |
| Body Measurements | Yet to be updated |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Eye Colour | Dark brown |
Jee-Yun Lee Instagram, X, LinkedIn
 @jeeyuntv | |
| X |  @JeeYunTV |
 @jee-yun-lee-b5956499 |
FAQs
Who is Jee-Yun Lee?
Jee-Yun Lee is a Canadian broadcast journalist, anchor, reporter, and part-time actress who works at CP24 in Toronto.
What movies has Jee-Yun Lee been in?
Jee-Yun Lee has appeared in The Incredible Hulk, Camp Rock, Room, More of Me, and Repo Men, mostly in small roles.
Where is Jee-Yun Lee from?
Jee-Yun Lee was born in South Korea and immigrated to Canada with her family as a baby.
Is Jee-Yun Lee still at CP24?
Yes, Jee-Yun Lee continues as an anchor and reporter and as a Live Eye host on CP24 Breakfast.
