Lee Il-hwa

South Korean actress in television dramas

Lee Il-hwa - South Korean actress in television dramas
Born

January 3rd, 1971
54 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

South Korea

Links & References

Born in South Korea, this actress gained recognition through various roles in popular television dramas. She has appeared in several series that achieved high ratings and garnered a strong following. Notably, her performance in the series 'My Name is Kim Sam-soon' contributed to her prominence in the industry. Over the years, she has developed a reputation for her versatile acting skills and has participated in both comedic and dramatic roles.

Appeared in 'My Name is Kim Sam-soon'

Featured in 'Last Scandal'

Acted in 'Sisters on the Road'

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