Lee Sun-kyun

South Korean Actor in 'Parasite'

Lee Sun-kyun - South Korean Actor in 'Parasite'
Born

1975
50 years ago

Died

December 27th, 2023
1 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

South Korea

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An acclaimed actor in South Korea. Gained prominence for roles in film and television. Achieved international recognition through the critically acclaimed film 'Parasite', which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2020. Active in the entertainment industry with a career spanning multiple years, appeared in various dramas and films. Notable works include 'My Mister' and 'The King: Eternal Monarch'.

Starred in 'Parasite', Academy Award winner

Featured in 'My Mister', acclaimed drama

Appeared in 'The King: Eternal Monarch'

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