Byeon Woo-seok Biography: Email Address, TV Series, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Age, Height, Parents, Ethnicity, Siblings

Byeon Woo-seok is a South Korean actor and model who rose to international fame as Ryu Sun-jae in the time-slip romance drama Lovely Runner (2024), earning the nickname “Nation’s Boyfriend.”

Beginning his career as a model in 2010, he walked the runways of Seoul Fashion Week and appeared in campaigns for brands like Brioni, later transitioning to acting with his debut in “Dear My Friends” (2016).

His roles in 20th Century Girl (2022), Strong Girl Nam-soon (2023), and Moonshine (2021–2022) showcased his versatility, culminating in multiple awards, including Best Actor at the 2024 Asia Artist Awards.

Managed by VARO Entertainment, Byeon’s charisma and dedication have made him a leading figure in K-dramas.

Profile

• Full Name: Byeon Woo-seok
• Stage Name: Byeon Woo-seok
• Born: 31 October 1991
• Age: 33 years old
• Birthplace: Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Actor, Model, Singer
• Height: 1.89m
• Parents: Mr. Byeon and Mrs. Byeon
• Siblings: 1
• Girlfriends: Jeo Ji-su (rumoured, 2024, unconfirmed)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life and Education

Byeon Woo-seok was born on October 31, 1991, in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, to parents referred to as Mr. Byeon and Mrs. Byeon.

He grew up with an older sister, a former model who is now a flight attendant, who inspired his interest in modelling. His family relocated to Seoul during his kindergarten years due to financial struggles, and he later lived with his grandmother.

Byeon attended an all-boys Wooshin High School and enrolled in Cheongju University’s Theatre and Film Department, aiming to become an actor, but left to pursue modelling after signing with YG KPlus.

He completed his mandatory military service from 2011 to 2013 as an administrative officer in the 37th Division’s Public Relations Department. His ethnicity is Korean, and he is Catholic.

Career

Byeon Woo-seok began his career as a model in 2010, walking runways for Seoul Fashion Week and international brands like Brioni and Corneliani during Milan Fashion Week 2015. He appeared in magazines such as Arena, Cosmopolitan, and Elle, and worked as a model trainer.

His tall stature (1.89m) and striking visuals earned him the nickname “walking clothes hanger.” In 2017, he collaborated with Sandara Park for a modelling project and hosted Mr. CHU from 2015 to 2017. Byeon’s early modelling success laid the foundation for his pivot to acting, driven by his passion for performance.

His acting debut came in 2016 with a supporting role in tvN’s Dear My Friends, followed by minor roles in Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo as IU’s ex-boyfriend and Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo as a swimming senior alongside Nam Joo-hyuk.

Despite facing over 100 audition rejections, he persevered, landing roles in Search: WWW (2019) and Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency (2019) as Do Joon.

His role as Won Hae-hyo in Record of Youth (2020) with Park Bo-gum marked a turning point, showcasing his depth as an actor under maternal pressure. In 2021, Byeon played Lee Pyo, a rebellious crown prince, in KBS2’s Moonshine, earning the Best New Actor award at the 2022 KBS Drama Awards.

His film debut came with Netflix’s 20th Century Girl (2022) as Poong Woon-ho, a nostalgic first love, earning nominations for Best New Actor at the Baeksang Arts and Buil Film Awards. In 2023, he starred as Ham Jin-woo in Soulmate and portrayed the villain Ryu Si-o in Strong Girl Nam-soon, a role he auditioned for 100 times, showcasing his chilling intensity.

Byeon’s breakthrough came in 2024 with Lovely Runner on tvN, playing Ryu Sun-jae, a K-pop idol, opposite Kim Hye-yoon. The drama’s success, with 1.661 million viewers, propelled him to stardom, earning him the title “Nation’s First Love” and awards like Best Actor (Daesang) at the 2024 Asia Artist Awards.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @byeonwooseok
• Facebook Handle: Unknown
• Twitter Handle: @byeonwooseok

Personal Life

Byeon Woo-seok is single, with no confirmed relationships or children. In 2024, rumours linked him to model Jeo Ji-su after similar Instagram posts, but VARO Entertainment denied the dating claims, stating they were university friends travelling with separate groups.

Filmography

• Midnight Runners (2017)
• Ashfall (2019)
• 20th Century Girl (2022)
• Soulmate (2023)

Net Worth

Byeon Woo-seok has an estimated net worth of $3 million. His income derives from his acting roles in Lovely Runner, 20th Century Girl, and Strong Girl Nam-soon, as well as his modelling for brands like Prada, Cartier, and TAMBURINS.

His Asia Fanmeeting Tour in 2024, selling out 12 shows across eight cities, and his soundtrack contribution to Lovely Runner further bolster his earnings.