Lee Min-ho is a South Korean actor and singer, born on June 22, 1987 (38 years old) in Seoul, South Korea.
He is known for leading roles in popular Korean TV dramas and for helping Korean series reach global audiences.
Lee became widely recognized after playing Gu Jun-pyo in Boys Over Flowers (2009). That role earned him the Baeksang Arts Award for Best New Actor.
Lee Min-ho is represented by MYM Entertainment.
Quick Facts of Lee Min-ho
| Full Name | Lee Min-ho |
| Profession | Actor, Singer |
| Age | 38 years old |
| Date of Birth | June 22, 1987 |
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Cancer |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
| Current Address | Yet to be updated |
| Gender | Male |
Lee Min-ho Early Life and Education
Lee Min-ho was born in Heukseok-dong, Dongjak District, Seoul, South Korea. He was raised by Buddhist parents.
As a child, he wanted to become a professional football player.
He attended a junior football class run by former player and coach Cha Bum-kun at his elementary school.
A fifth-grade injury ended those plans.
Education
He attended Namseong Elementary School, Banpo Middle School, and Danggok High School in Seoul.
In 2006, he enrolled at Konkuk University (College of Art and Design). He later earned a bachelor’s degree, majoring in Film Arts.
| School | Namseong Elementary; SchoolBanpo Middle School; Danggok High School |
| Alma Mater | Konkuk University (College of Art and Design) |
| Highest Qualification | Bachelor’s degree (Film Arts) |
Lee Min-ho Personal Life
Lee Min-ho has not publicly announced a marriage or any children. He has spoken about thinking about marriage in the future.
Past relationships
Lee Min-ho was reported to be in a relationship with actress Park Min-young in 2011, and the two were said to have started dating around the end of filming City Hunter.
In 2015, Lee Min-ho was reported to be dating singer and actress Bae Suzy. They had positive feelings for each other and even traveled to London together after separate schedules in London and Paris.
Family
Information about his parents is limited, as he prefers to keep these details private.
He has an older sister, Lee Yun-jeong (Lee Yoon-jung). She co-founded MYM Entertainment and serves as CEO.
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Parents | Yet to be updated |
| Siblings | Sister: Lee Yun-jeong (Lee Yoon-jung) |
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Lee Min-ho Career
Lee Min-ho started acting as a child and appeared in TV roles in the early 2000s.
He later got his first main role in the EBS teen series Secret Campus (2006), where he worked with Park Bo-young, Bae Yu-mi, Ahn Yong-joon, and Jang Ki-bum.
In 2009, he became widely known after playing Gu Jun-pyo in Boys Over Flowers. In the series, he worked with Ku Hye-sun, Kim Hyun-joong, Kim Bum, Kim Joon, and Kim So-eun.
He followed it with major TV series such as City Hunter (2011), where he appeared with Park Min-young, Lee Joon-hyuk, Kim Sang-joong, Goo Hara, Chun Ho-jin, and Lee Kwang-soo.
He then starred in The Heirs (2013) with Park Shin-hye and Kim Woo-bin.
He also worked in films, including Gangnam Blues (2015), where he starred with Kim Rae-won.
He Lee began his mandatory military service in May 2017. After finishing his mandatory service in April 2019, he returned to TV with The King: Eternal Monarch (2020) alongside Kim Go-eun and Woo Do-hwan.
In 2022, he expanded to an international series by starring in Apple TV+ drama Pachinko as Koh Hansu, with co-actors including Minha Kim, Youn Yuh-jung, and Jin Ha.
In 2025, he appeared in the film Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy as Yoo Joong-hyuk, alongside Ahn Hyo-seop, Chae Soo-bin, Shin Seung-ho, Nana, and Jisoo.
Lee Min-ho is set to appear in director Hur Jin-ho’s political thriller Assassins (working title). The film also stars Yoo Hae-jin and Park Hae-il.
Lee Min-ho Awards and Achievements
Lee Min-ho has been recognized with several awards for his work in both television dramas and films.
- Baeksang Arts Awards (2009): Best New Actor (Television) for Boys Over Flowers.
- KBS Drama Awards (2009): Best New Actor for Boys Over Flowers.
- SBS Drama Awards (2011): Top Excellence Award (Actor) for City Hunter.
- SBS Drama Awards (2013): Top Excellence Award (Actor) for The Heirs, and Best Couple Award with Park Shin-hye.
- SBS Drama Awards (2016): Top Excellence Award (Actor) for The Legend of the Blue Sea, and Best Couple Award with Jun Ji-hyun.
- Grand Bell Awards (2015): Best New Actor for the film Gangnam Blues.
- Blue Dragon Film Awards (2015): Popularity Award for Gangnam Blues.
- Seoul International Drama Awards (2015): The 10th Anniversary Hallyu Achievement Award.
Lee Min-ho Controversies
Lee Min-ho has mostly stayed away from major scandals, but a few public issues have arisen to the surface.
- Tax investigation and extra tax payment (2023)
Lee Min-ho and his agency MYM Entertainment faced a tax review linked to a past investigation, and additional tax was assessed. His agency explained it was due to a difference in tax interpretation and accounting handling, and said the amount was paid. - Park Bom’s “Husband” posts and dating talk (2024 to 2025)
Singer Park Bom’s social media posts calling Lee Min-ho her “husband” caused online talk and confusion. Lee Min-ho’s side responded by denying any personal connection and rejecting the dating claim.
Lee Min-ho Net Worth
Lee Min-ho’s exact net worth has not been officially shared. His net worth is often estimated at around ₹ 220 crores (approx. $ 26 million).
He earns mainly through his acting work in TV dramas and films. A major part of his income also comes from advertisements and luxury brand deals. He is also linked with income from areas like real estate and social media.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | $ 26 million |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Lee Min-ho Height, Weight and Physical Stats
| Height | In centimetres: 187 cm In meters: 1.87 m In feet & inches: 6 feet 2 inches |
| Weight | In kg: 73 kg In lbs: 161 lbs |
| Body Measurements | Yet to be updated |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Black |
Interesting Facts about Lee Min-ho
- Early in his career, he used the stage name Lee Min.
- In January 2012, he was appointed an honorary prosecutor by South Korea’s Supreme Prosecutors’ Office, alongside actress Moon Chae-won.
- He became the first Korean celebrity to have a wax figure made at Madame Tussauds in Shanghai in April 2013 and later in Hong Kong in 2014.
- In October 2020, he launched his YouTube channel “leeminho film”, where he is credited as executive producer and creative director.
- He has served in several public ambassador roles, including Visit Korea Year Celebrity Ambassador (2015) and King Sejong Institute Foundation Ambassador (2019).
- While filming City Hunter in June 2011, he was involved in a car accident during an action scene shoot.
Lee Min-ho Social media
 @actorleeminho | |
| X |  @ActorLeeMinHo |
 @OfficialLeeMinho | |
| YouTube |  @leeminhofilm |
Lee Min-ho FAQs
Who is Lee Min-ho?
Lee Min-ho is a South Korean actor and singer. He is known for dramas like Boys Over Flowers, City Hunter, The Heirs, and The Legend of the Blue Sea.
When is Lee Min-ho’s birthday?
He was born on June 22, 1987 and 38 years old.
Where was Lee Min-ho born?
He was born in Seoul, South Korea.
What is Lee Min-ho’s height?
His height is 187 cm (about 6 feet 2 inches).
Who has Lee Min-ho dated?
He has been linked with Park Min-young and Bae Suzy. He has also been connected to dating rumours with Song Hye-kyo, but it was not confirmed.
What is Lee Min-ho’s education?
He studied at Konkuk University and majored in Film Arts.
What is Lee Min-ho’s net worth?
His net worth is often estimated at around $ 26 million, but the exact figure is not officially confirmed.
