Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1983-12-21
- Born Place: Seoul, South Korea
Also Known As:
연상엽, 스티븐 연, Yeun Sang-yeop, Стивен Ян, 连相烨, 連相燁, استیون یون, استیو ین
Steven Yeun
Steven Yeun, born Yeun Sang-Yeop on December 21, 1983, in Seoul, South Korea, is a Korean-American actor celebrated for his versatile performances. He gained fame as Glenn Rhee in The Walking Dead (2010–2016), a role that made him a household name. Yeun has since earned critical acclaim for his work in films like Burning (2018) and Minari (2020), the latter earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor—the first for an Asian-American actor. In addition to his film career, Yeun has appeared in TV series such as Beef (2023), for which he won Emmy and Golden Globe Awards. He has also lent his voice to animated series like Invincible (2021–present). Yeun's journey from improv comedy in Chicago to Hollywood stardom is a testament to his talent and dedication.

