Lee Dong Hwi is a South Korean actor and singer who has starred in many popular movies and TV series.
He is best known for his role as Ryu Dong-ryong in the hit TV series Reply 1988, a role that earned him critical acclaim and recognition.
He is also a member of the supergroup MSG Wannabe, which debuted through the variety show Hangout with Yoo in 2021. Lee is a versatile and talented actor who can play different roles and genres.
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- Full name: Lee Dong Hwi
- Date of Birth: July 22, 1985
- Age: 38
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: South Korea
- Nationality: Korean
- Occupation: Actor, singer
- Height: 179 cm (5’9″)
- Parents: Not disclosed
- Siblings: One
- Partner: Jung Ho-yeon
- Children: None
- Relationship Status: Dating model and actress since 2015
- Net worth: $1.5 million
Early life and education
Lee Dong-hui, 38, was born on July 22, 1985 in South Korea. He grew up in a middle-class family and has a younger brother.
He attends a local high school in South Korea and excels in academics and extracurricular activities.
He then attended the Seoul University of Arts in Ansan, South Korea, where he studied acting from 2005 to 2012. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in theater and film.
Personal life
Lee Dong Hwi is in a long-term relationship with model-actress Jung Ho Yeon, who is best known for her role in the Netflix series Squid Game.
The couple started dating in 2015 and have been on good terms ever since. They are often referred to as “Fashionable couple” Because their outfits are stylish and well matched.
They also both love animals and have adopted several pets together. Lee and Zheng support each other’s careers and often express their affection on social media. They have not yet announced any plans to get married or have children.
Lee Dong Hwi is also a member of the celebrity friend group BYH48, which includes EXO’s Suho, Ryu Jun Yeol, Byeon Yo Han, Kim Ji Soo, and more.
Their fans coined the name, with BYH referring to the group’s leader Byeon Yo-han and 48 being a play on Japanese idol group AKB48, which is known for its close friendships and frequent gatherings.
Lee Dong-hui is also a philanthropist who donates to various causes and charities. In 2022, he donated 10 million won to the Hope Bridge Disaster Relief Association to help those affected by the massive wildfire that started in Uljin, North Gyeongsang Province and spread to Samcheok, Gangwon Province.
Profession
Lee Dong-hui started his career in the entertainment industry in 2013 when he debuted as an actor in several films such as “Running South”, “Cold Eyes”, “Queen of the Night” and “The Way Home”. He played small roles in these films but gained experience and exposure.
He made his television screen debut in the historical drama “Joseon Era Gunman” in 2014, playing a supporting role. He has also appeared in films such as “Animal”, “No Tears for the Dead”, “Tazza: Hidden Cards” and “Fashion King”.
Lee Dong-hwi’s breakthrough came in 2015 when he was cast as one of the main characters in the family drama Reply 1988, the third installment in the Reply series. He played Yoo Dong-ryong, a quirky, humorous student who befriends the four main characters.
His acting skills have been well received by critics and audiences, and he has won many awards including the Best New Actor Award at the 52nd Baeksang Arts Awards and the Excellence Award at the 9th Korea TV Drama Awards. His popularity and fame have continued to rise, making him one of the most sought-after actors in the industry.
Lee Dong Hwi continues to showcase his versatility and talent in a variety of projects on both the big and small screens.
He has starred in films such as The Beauty Inside, Veteran, The Voice of Flowers, The Handmaiden, Confidential Assignment, One Line, New Trial, Brothers, Extreme Job, My First Client, Exit, In Between, Talk, New Year’s Blues, No Frame, Agent, Another Record: Lee Je-hoon, Maybe We Broke Up, Doctor Cheon and the Lost Amulet, Mora, Roundup: Punishment, and Method Acting.
He has also starred in TV series such as “Divorce Lawyers in Love”, “Red Teacher”, “Entourage”, “The Radiant Office”, “Pegasus Market”, “SF8”, “Chief Investigator: The Beginning”, “Glitch” and “The Big Bet”. He has played various roles in genres such as comedy, romance, thriller, action, mystery, science fiction and fantasy.
Lee Dong Hwi also debuted as a singer in 2021 when he was revealed to be one of the members of MSG Wannabe who participated in the variety show Hangout with Yoo.
He formed the sub-unit JSDK along with Cho Se-ho, Sung Si-kyung, and Kim Jong-kook. The group released their debut album, MSG Wannabe First Album, which contained four songs: “Foolish Love”, “Only You”, “Hobby”, and “Love Song”.
The album was a commercial success, topping the Gaon Album Chart and selling over 100,000 copies. The band also performed at various music shows and events, and received positive feedback from fans and critics.
net worth
Li Donghui’s net worth is estimated to be $1.5 million.
His income mainly comes from his acting and singing career as well as endorsements, modeling, and brand collaborations.
Social Media
- Instagram: @dlehdgnl
- Twitter: @dlehdgnl
Filmography
- Running South
- Cold Eyes
- Queen of the Night
- The way home
- animal
- The Dead Have No Tears
- Miss Rich: Hidden Cards
- Fashion King
- Inner Beauty
- veteran
- The sound of flowers
- Handmaid
- Lucky Key
- Confidential Mission
- One line
- Retrial
- brother
- Extreme work
- My first client
- exit
- In between
- call
- New Year’s Blues
- Frameless
- broker
- Another record: Lee Je-hoon
- Maybe we broke up.
- Dr. Cheon and the Lost Amulet
- mora
- Summary: Punishment
- Method Acting
- Lobby
