Lee Sun-kyun, a renowned South Korean actor, was born on March 2, 1975, and passed away on December 27, 2023. He is widely recognized for his captivating performances in various films and television series.
Lee's impressive filmography includes notable roles in Helpless (2012),All About My Wife (2012),and A Hard Day (2014),showcasing his versatility in different genres. One of his most iconic roles was in the Academy Award-winning film Parasite (2019),directed by Bong Joon-ho, for which he received a Screen Actors Guild Award alongside his castmates.
Before achieving mainstream success, Lee worked extensively in musical theatre and landed minor and supporting roles on screen. He eventually gained recognition for his lead characters in one-act dramas on KBS Drama City and MBC Best Theater. His collaboration with TV director Lee Yoon-jung on Taereung National Village (2005) led to his casting in the popular series Coffee Prince (2007),which brought him widespread popularity.
Lee's success on television continued with Pasta (2010),Golden Time (2012),and My Mister (2018). In addition to his television work, Lee received critical acclaim for his performances in films like Paju (2009),Helpless (2012),All About My Wife (2012),and A Hard Day (2014).
