Lee Dong-hwi
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Lee Dong-hwi

Lee Dong‑hwi (born July 22, 1985, in Gangdong‑gu, Seoul) is a South Korean actor and singer best known for his warm, everyman charm and comic timing. He made his acting debut in 2013 with minor roles in films like Run to the South, Queen of the Night, and Way Back Home, before gaining widespread recognition in 2015 as the affable Ryu Dong‑ryong in the beloved TV series Reply 1988. His film credits include notable supporting roles in Veteran (2015), The Handmaiden (2016), and he stole scenes as Detective Young‑ho in Extreme Job (2019), one of Korea’s top-grossing films. Beyond acting, Lee is part of the vocal supergroup MSG Wannabe, which emerged from the popular variety show Hangout with Yoo in 2021 . He’s also active in charity, donating to wildfire and flood relief efforts in 2022 . On television, he’s taken on diverse roles in series like Entourage (2016), Pegasus Market (2019), Chief Detective 1958 (2024), and the sci-fi Glitch (2022). In his personal life, Lee’s long-term relationship with model-actress Jung Ho‑yeon lasted from 2015 until late 2024; they officially parted ways while agreeing to remain supportive colleagues.. Known for his humor, sincerity, and relatable screen presence, Lee continues to balance a thriving screen career, musical ventures, theater, and social contributions.

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