Who Is Lee Jun-young? Age, Biography and Wiki
Lee Jun-young, born on January 22, 1997, is a renowned South Korean singer and actor. As of 2025, he is 28 years old. Lee gained fame as a member of the boy group U-KISS and later made a name for himself in the acting world. With a dynamic presence in both music and drama, he has carved out a niche for himself in the entertainment industry.
| Occupation | Singers |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | January 22, 1997 |
| Age | 28 Years |
| Birth Place | Uijeongbu, South Korea |
| Horoscope | Aquarius |
| Country | South Korea |
Popularity
Lee Jun-young's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Lee Jun-young stands tall at approximately 180 cm (5 feet 11 inches). He maintains a fit physique, weighing around 70 kg (154 lbs). His body measurements are frequently noted for their athletic build, which he keeps through rigorous training and a healthy lifestyle.
From April to May, Lee appeared as "Compass" on MBC's TV program King of Mask Singer. In the first round, he performed a duet with Lee Sang-hoon of "It Was Like That Then". For the second round, he performed solo cover version of "Eraser".
In May 2018, he made his second acting appearance as Han Min-soo in the MBC television series Goodbye to Goodbye (2018) and received a new actor award at the 2018 MBC Drama Awards. On April 10, 2019, Lee released his first Japanese solo single "Phenomenal World," which explored the futurepop genre.
He performed his first solo showcase in Tokyo on February 4. Prior to the release, he also held a series of concerts on April 6 in Osaka and April 8 in Tokyo. Tower Records Japan ranked "Phenomenal World" as the #7 best-selling Japanese single by a Korean artist for the first half of 2019.
He starred in the OCN television series Class of Lies, which aired from July 17 to September 5. On November 6, he released both a Korean and Japanese version of his solo single "My Way," for which he wrote the lyrics. The single featured rapper Reddy and was produced by Sway D and was accompanied by two music videos.
After a digital download was released on October 30, the Japanese version ranked #2 on the dwango.jp K-POP Life weekly singles chart. On November 28, he released his first Korean solo single "TELL" composed by himself as a pre-release for upcoming album Gallery.
On December 5, he made his solo debut in Korea with the title track "Curious About U" and the single album Gallery. On January 22, 2020, Lee released his first Japanese album 22 which featured the title track "Come Alive". In 2020, he acted in the musical Swag Age: Shout out, Chosun! and received a new actor award at the fifth Korea Musical Awards.
In April 2020, he played Kang Woo-won in the SBS television series Good Casting (2020), which was entirely pre-produced. In June 2020, he made a special appearance in the SBS drama Backstreet Rookie as a student who stole a college student's overcoat and bought cigarettes. In October 2020, he acted in the MBC Every 1 drama Please Don't Date Him.
He participated in the soundtrack for the drama with the single "To you who will be tired". On October 7, he released a new Korean single "Amen", which explored his interest in rap and hip hop.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Lee Jun-young has kept much of his personal life private, which has led to speculation among fans. While he has been linked to several personalities in the past, he has neither confirmed nor denied any romantic relationships. He often expresses his appreciation for his family and close friends, maintaining a strong support system that has helped him navigate his career.
In February 2025, he appeared as cameo on tvN and TVING historical drama The Queen Who Crowns. He was praised for his wonderful portrayal of King Sejong in his first historical drama appearance.
In the same month, he starred in the Netflix series Melo Movie as Hong Si-jun, an aspiring musician who met again with his ex-girlfriend of 7 years Son Ju-a. He also sung an OST for the series titled “Under Sunset” entirely in English, showing off his skills as singer.
Net Worth and Salary
Lee Jun-young has seen significant financial success throughout his career. As of 2025, his estimated net worth is around $5 million. This wealth comes from his work in music, acting, endorsements, and various other business ventures. His ability to engage with fans and deliver in his projects has established him as a lucrative figure in the entertainment industry.
In February 2022, he starred in Netflix movie Love and Leashes, an adaptation of webtoon titled “Moral Sense”, on the topic of BDSM. He starred alongside Seohyun (Jung Ji-woo) as Jung Ji-hoo, a new transferred assistant manager from business team. Outwardly, he is a nice and popular superior, but inwardly he hides secret desires.
In October 2022, he starred in MBC drama May I Help You, alongside Hyeri. The drama was filmed from June 1, 2022 to December 9, 2022 and aired every Wednesday-Thursday at 21.50 KST. He plays the role Kim Tae-hee, who calls himself 100-won butler and can do any kind of errand as long as you pay him.
He also sang an OST titled “A Fine Day” for this drama.
Career, Business and Investments
Lee Jun-young entered the music scene as a member of U-KISS in 2014, contributing to the group's popularity with his vocal talent and charisma. Transitioning into acting, he has participated in several successful dramas, garnering critical acclaim for his performances.
In addition to his music and acting career, he has ventured into business, including endorsements and product collaborations. His entrepreneurial spirit continues to evolve, reflecting his diverse interests and dedication to expanding his professional footprint.
After departing NH Media in August, he announced in November that he co-founded a new company J-flex, which will serve as his current agency for his acting projects. In August 2021, he appeared in the third episode of Netflix series D.P. as deserter Jung Hyun-Min.
In order to digest the intense action scenes, he learned boxing with actor Jung Hae-in who plays Ahn Joon-ho, for a few months at an action school before filming. As the action scenes were shot without a stunt double, he receives praise for his swift and accurate movements.
In November 2021, he starred in SBS drama Let Me Be Your Knight as Yoon Tae-in, a songwriter and vocalist of fictional band LUNA. As a member of LUNA, he sang several songs: “Beautiful Breakup”, “Midnight Fantasy”, “Let Me Be Your Knight”, “Love Paranoia”, and “Rock & Roll Tonight”.
He also sang a song titled “Love One Day” by himself.
Social Network
Lee Jun-young is quite active on social media platforms, engaging with his fans. He has a considerable following on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, where he shares snippets of his personal life and professional endeavors. His approach to social media allows him to connect with fans intimately and authentically.
In May 2021, he starred in the KBS2 drama Imitation (2021) as Kwon Ryok, a talented idol-actor and center of a fictional idol group SHAX. As a SHAX member, he participated in the song “MALO”, “AMEN”, and “Your Sign (SHAX ver)”. In the first two mentioned songs, he mainly took over the rap part.
As an individual Kwon Ryok, he participated in the song “Your Sign” sung by all original cast and remake of “My Old Story” sung in duet with Jiyeon T-ARA. All the songs are available on various music streaming services.
Education
Lee Jun-young completed his education at Hanlim Multi Art School, where he honed his talents in both music and performance. He has consistently emphasized the importance of education during interviews, acknowledging it as a foundation for his successful career in the entertainment industry.
In conclusion, Lee Jun-young continues to thrive as a multi-talented entertainer in 2025. With his ongoing projects and commitment to his craft, he remains a significant figure in the South Korean entertainment landscape. Keep an eye on this talented artist as he inspires many with his work and personality.
In 2023, he starred in movie Brave Citizen, based on the webtoon of the same name. He starred alongside Shin Hye-sun (So Si-min) as Han Su-gang, a high-school bully that’s described as a vicious villain that has never seen before.
The filming started from December 30, 2021 - April 5, 2022 and the movie became available on theater starting from October 25, 2023. In August 2023, he appeared as the villain in the fourth episode of Netflix series Mask Girl. His acting as villain in Brave Citizen and Mask Girl earned him Best Acting Performance Award from 2023 Asia Artist Award.
