Yoo Jae-suk is a South Korean comedian, host, and television personality.
Due to his remarkable career, he is considered by many to be the “national MC” in Korea.
He is praised for his quick wit, likability and universal appeal to a wide range of demographics.
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- Full name: Yoo Jae-suk
- Stage Name: Yoo Jae-suk
- Date of birth: August 14, 1972
- Age: 51 years old
- Place of birth: Suyu-dong, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- Nationality: Korean
- Occupation: comedian
- Height: 1.92m
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Yoo
- Siblings: 2
- Wife/Husband: Na Kyung-Eun
- Children: Yoo Ji Ho, Yoo Na Eun
- Relationship: married
- Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million
Early life and education
Yoo Jae-suk was born in Seoul, South Korea, on August 14, 1972. He was raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Yoo, along with two older sisters, whose names are not known to the media.
Yoo Jae-suk attended Seoul Youhyeon Elementary School and then Suyu Middle School. He then attended Yongmoon High School and Seoul Institute of the Arts. He is Korean and Catholic.
Career
Yoo Jae-suk is considered a giant of the Korean entertainment industry, dubbed the “nation’s MC” thanks to his dominance in variety shows.
struggled for nearly a decade before landing his breakthrough show “Live and Enjoy Together” in 2000, which showcased his potential. The opportunity was partly due to an introduction by actress Choi Jin-Sil.
Yoo further solidified his talent by co-hosting “The Crash of MCs.” His first major award was “Happy Together Friends,” a show with a unique concept that became a national phenomenon.
This event paved the way for many similar successful variety shows that Yoo has hosted, including the long-running show “Happy Together” and the recent show “Hangout With Yoo.”
Furthermore, he is known for his quick wit, likability across all ages, and ability to connect with audiences; Yoo has been consistently voted the most popular comedian in Korea for many years.
He has also made memorable appearances, such as in Psy’s global hit “Gangnam Style.” Through his dominance in the variety show genre, Yoo Jae-suk has cemented his status as a giant of the Korean entertainment industry.
Awards and nominations
- Won the Daesang (Grand Prize) twice (2013 and 2021)
- Nominated multiple times for Best Male Variety Performer
- Grand Prize (Daesang):
- Won the Grand Prize (Daesang) many times
Social media
- Instagram Name: @yoojaeseok72
- Facebook Name: Yoo Jae Suk
- Yoo Jae Suk’s official Twitter
Personal life
Yoo Jae-suk is a famous South Korean entertainer who has achieved success both professionally and personally.
He is happily married to his wife Na Kyung-Eun, who also worked with him on the popular variety show Infinite Challenge.
The couple had two children – a son, Yoo Ji-ho, and a daughter, Yoo Na-eun.
List of movies played
- “Young-gu and Daengchili” (flash appearance)
- “Tyranno’s Toenail”
- “Kimchi Cheese Smile” (fleeting appearance)
- “Bee Movie” (Korean dub, voice by Barry B. Benson)
- “White Tuft, the Little Beaver” (Korean dub, narrator & Owl)
- “P1H: The Beginning of a New World” (special appearance as Han)
- “Great Friends” (as Yoo Jae-suk)
- “Naejoui Yeowang”
- “Man 1” (3 episodes)
Net worth
Yoo Jae-suk, a famous South Korean television personality, is estimated to have a net worth of between $1 million and $5 million.
This considerable fortune comes from his extremely successful career in the entertainment industry.
