Lee Se-young is a South Korean actress born on 20 December 1993, in Seoul, South Korea. She started her acting career as a child actress and was recognised for her roles in “Dae Jang Geum” (2003), “When I Turned Nine” (2004), “Lovely Rivals” (2004), and “The Wonder Years” (2007) in her childhood.

Afterwards, she started appearing in teen and mature roles in dramas like “The Crowned Clown” (2019), “The Red Sleeve” (2021), “The Law Cafe” (2022), and “The Story of Park’s Marriage Contract” (2023).

Early Life and Education

In 1997, Lee Se-young made her acting debut through the television drama series ‘The Brothers River’. Soon, she got recognised for her exceptional acting in movies like ‘When I Turned Nine’ (2004) and ‘Lovely Rivals’ (2004).

After completing her education in Communication and Media at Sungshin University, she started pursuing mature roles in her early twenties.

Career

Se-young played the role of young Yang Ah-young in the four-episode K-drama ‘Puberty Medley’ that was released in 2013. In the same year, she appeared in the drama ‘Goddess of Marriage’ and the movie ‘Horror Stories’. In 2014, she appeared in the movie ‘Hot Young Bloods’ and the drama ‘Lovers of Music’.

In 2016, Se-young came back with the fantasy drama ‘The Vampire Detective’ as Han Gyeo-wool. She rose to fame through the drama ‘The Gentlemen of Wolgyesu Tailor Shop’. She played the supporting role of Min Hyo-won in the family drama. Afterwards, she and her co-stars Hyun Woo (as Kang Tae-yang in ‘The Gentlemen of Wolgyesu Tailor Shop’) got the name ‘The Ahchoo Couple’.

Lee Se-young played her first leading role in the 2017 KBS2 drama ‘Hit the Top’. Later, she appeared in ‘A Korean Odyssey’ along with Lee Seung-gi, Cha Seung-wo, Jang Gwang, Oh Yeon-seo, and Lee Hong-gi. In the drama, she showed her versatility by playing three different characters.

She appeared in the 2017 movie ‘Duck Town’ as the lead character, Hee Jung, opposite Kim Hyun-joon.

In 2019, director Kim Hee-woon made the period drama ‘The Crowned Clown’ inspired by the historical movie ‘Masquerade’. In the drama, she appeared as Queen Yoo So-woon, and her co-actors were Yeo Jin-goo and Kim Sang-kyung. Afterwards, she was seen in the drama ‘Doctor John’ and in the movie ‘Lingering’.

In 2020, she appeared opposite Yoo Seung-ho as a lawyer com police officer Han Sun-mi/Kim So-mi in the thriller mystery ‘Memorist’. Later, she appeared opposite Shin Sung-rok in ‘Kairos’.

‘The Red Sleeve’ released in 2021 was one of the breakthrough works of Lee Se-young. In the drama, she played the role of a court lady who wished to live the life of her choice.

In 2022, she starred in the film ‘Seoul Vibe‘ and the drama ‘The Law Cafe’. Later, she was seen in the 2023 fantasy drama ‘The Story of Park’s Marriage Contract’.

Achievements

Lee Se-young’s achievements include distinguished honors in prestigious award functions like MBC Drama Awards, KBS Drama Awards, and more. She is an influential figure in South Korea and often indulges in charity programs. Also, she is famous for her sense of fashion.

Personal Life

Very little is known about the private life of Lee Se-young. Nonetheless, she never hesitates to upload her newest photographs, showing her experiences during her vacations and new projects.

The actress has not revealed her romantic relationship or marital status, which gives her fans the hint that she is completely focused on her career. As a versatile actress, there is a lot more to achieve in her career. Let us wait till she informs us about the special events and news that happen in her personal life.

Net Worth and Lifestyle

The lead actress of ‘The Story of Park’s Marriage Contract’, ‘The Law Cafe’, and ‘The Red Sleeve’ lives a prosperous life. Her acting career contributed much to her fortune, which she started at a very young age. As of 2024, her estimated net worth is $5 million US dollars.