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- Birthday: 1972-08-16
- Born Place: Daejeon, South Korea
Also Known As:
Paul Lee, 이선형, 폴 선형 리, 李善炯
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee is a highly acclaimed South Korean-born Canadian actor and television host, widely recognized for his versatile performances across stage, film, and television. Born on August 16, 1972, in Daejeon, South Korea, he emigrated to Canada with his parents at three months old, growing up in various cities including London, Toronto, and Calgary. He honed his acting skills at the University of Toronto's drama program.Lee's career spans over two decades, starting with small roles in the mid-1990s. He gained significant recognition for his role as Randy Ko in the Canadian soap opera "Train 48" (2003-2005). However, his most iconic role is undoubtedly Sang-Il Kim, affectionately known as "Appa," in the stage play and subsequent hit CBC television series "Kim's Convenience" (2016-2021). His portrayal of Appa earned him widespread critical acclaim and four Canadian Screen Awards for Best Actor in a Comedy Series.Beyond "Kim's Convenience," Lee has become a familiar face in major international franchises. He is a fan favorite for his recurring role as Captain Carson Teva in the Disney+ "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian" (2019-2023), "The Book of Boba Fett" (2022), and "Ahsoka" (2023). Most recently, he took on the beloved character of Uncle Iroh in Netflix's live-action adaptation of "Avatar: The Last Airbender" (2024). He also voiced the character of Felix in the animated horror-comedy "Night of the Zoopocalypse" (2024).A self-professed "geek" and avid collector of pop culture memorabilia, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee is known for his passion for franchises like Star Wars and Ghostbusters, often engaging in replica prop building and cosplay. He is a vocal advocate for diverse representation in media, using his platform to inspire new generations of Asian-Canadian actors and emphasizing the importance of embracing one's heritage. In 2023, he was honored with the National Arts Centre Award at the Governor General's Performing Arts Awards for his significant contributions to Canadian film, television, and theatre.
