Lee Jae-wook (Korean: 이재욱; born May 10, 1998) is a South Korean actor and model. He made his acting debut in the science fiction thriller Memories of the Alhambra (2018–2019) and gained popularity after starring in the office romance Search: WWW (2019). This project was quickly followed by a big screen debut in the war film The Battle of Jangsari (2019), and appearances in the school series Extraordinary You (2019) and melodrama When The Weather Is Fine (2020). After playing his first lead character in the romantic comedy Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol (2020), he rose to prominence with a notable role in the hit fantasy period drama Alchemy of Souls (2022) and its second part Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow (2022–2023).
Born: 10 May 1998 (age 25 years), Seoul, South Korea
Height: 1.87 m
Agent: C-JeS
Awards: Full list
Education: Chung-Ang University
Lee Jae-wook, an alumnus of Chung-Ang University's Department of Theater and Film, embarked on his acting journey in December 2018. He made an impactful debut as a supporting character in the popular tvN series "Memories of the Alhambra," catching the attention of VAST Entertainment, the agency of acclaimed actor Hyun Bin.
Rise to Popularity (2019)
The year 2019 marked Lee's ascent to stardom with his involvement in the main cast of tvN's "Search: WWW" alongside Lee Da-hee. This venture contributed significantly to his rising popularity, evident in the surge in sales of Cine21's "2019 Rising Star" issue. Lee further showcased his versatility in the war film "The Battle of Jangsari" and the MBC drama "Extraordinary You," earning him accolades and nominations.
In February 2020, Lee secured a supporting role in the JTBC series "When The Weather Is Fine." His trajectory continued with the main male lead role in the KBS2 series "Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol," earning him accolades such as the Excellence Award for Actor in a Miniseries at the KBS Drama Awards. Lee's commitment to his craft was further recognized with Rookie of the Year and Actor of the Year – Rookie at the Asia Artist Awards and Brand of the Year Awards, respectively.
Lee's partnership with C-JeS Entertainment in April 2021 marked a new chapter. He made a special appearance in the Netflix series "Move to Heaven" and returned to the small screen with the tvN period fantasy drama "Alchemy of Souls" in June 2022. Notably, he received the Global Excellence Award at the Korea Drama Awards and the Asia Special Award at the Asia Model Awards. The year 2022 concluded with his reprisal of the role of Jang Uk in "Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow" and winning the Best Actor Award at the Asia Artist Awards.
To engage with his fans, Lee organized his first fan meeting, the "2023 Lee Jae-wook Asia Tour Fan Meeting," starting from Seoul on January 14, 2023.
Lee's influence extends beyond acting, with notable endorsements for brands like AD HOC, N DOZEN, Prada, Lancôme, Dior, Nike, Berluti, Armani, Zegna, EX NIHILO, and Fendi. Recognized as a prominent figure in the fashion world, he has graced the pages of distinguished fashion publications. His recent collaborations include being the model for the premium scalp care brand, ScalpMed, and the skin care brand, La Mer, in 2023.
Lee Jae-wook's star continues to shine brightly, marked by his dedication to his craft, diverse roles, and contributions to the global Hallyu wave.
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