Ki Hong Lee

American actor famous for The Maze Runner

Ki Hong Lee - American actor famous for The Maze Runner
Born

September 30th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1986, an American actor has gained recognition for roles in film and television. The actor's breakthrough came with the role of Minho in the film series The Maze Runner, adapted from the popular young adult novels. The actor also appeared in the Netflix series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt as Dong. Various performances showcased versatility across different genres, garnering a dedicated fanbase over the years.

Played Minho in The Maze Runner series

Appeared as Dong in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt

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