Kim Soo Hyun age, height, looks, girlfriend, wife, married, divorced • biography

Early Life and Education

Kim Soo Hyun is a South Korean actor born on February 16, 1988, in Seoul, South Korea. His mother encouraged him to take acting classes during his school years to help him overcome his introverted nature. His father, Kim Chung-hoon, was the lead singer of the 1980s band "Seven Dolphins." Kim Soo Hyun later pursued his passion for acting by enrolling in Chung-Ang University's Department of Film and Theater in 2009.

Acting Debut and Early Roles

Kim made his television debut in 2007 with a supporting role in the family sitcom Kimchi Cheese Smile. The following year, he gained recognition for his role in KBS's critically acclaimed teen drama Jungle Fish, which addressed real social issues faced by South Korean students. During this time, he also appeared as one of the hosts on the food-based variety show Delicious Quiz.

Breakthrough with Dream High

Kim Soo Hyun rose to fame in 2011 for his lead role in the teen musical drama Dream High. His portrayal of Song Sam-dong, an aspiring singer from the countryside, won him widespread acclaim. He also contributed vocally to the show’s soundtrack, performing "Dreaming" and the title track "Dream High," both of which became popular hits.

Continued Success and International Recognition

Kim's popularity soared further when he played the role of Crown Prince Lee Hwon in the highly successful historical drama Moon Embracing the Sun, which aired in 2012. The series was a major hit in South Korea and consolidated his status as a leading actor. Later that same year, he starred in his first feature film, The Thieves, an ensemble heist movie often described as the Korean version of Ocean’s Eleven. The film became one of South Korea's highest-grossing movies.