Lee Hong-gi Biography: Songs, Age, Awards, Movies, Net Worth, Height, Ethnicity, Girlfriend

Lee Hong-gi is a South Korean singer, actor, and media personality who rose to prominence as the lead vocalist of the rock band F.T. Island. In acting, he gained widespread recognition through the television drama You’re Beautiful (2009), where his portrayal of Jeremy showcased his comedic timing and emotional depth.

Profile

• Full name: Lee Hong-gi (이홍기)
• Nickname: Hongki, Hongstar
• Date of birth: March 2, 1990
• Age: 35 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Bundang District, Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Profession: Singer, actor, media personality, radio host, entrepreneur
• Height: 176 cm (5 ft 9 in)
• Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs)
• Eye color: Dark brown
• Hair color: Black
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: One younger sister (Lee Yeon-joo, a non-celebrity)
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: Protestant Christianity
• Ethnicity: Korean
• Net worth: US$12 million

Early Life and Education

Lee Hong-gi (35 years old) was born on March 2, 1990, in Bundang District, Seongnam, South Korea. From a young age, he displayed a strong interest in music and performance, leading him to child acting roles in early 2000s dramas such as Magic Kid Masuri (2002).

He attended Kyung Hee University, majoring in Theater and Film, where he honed his performance skills. His natural charisma and musical talent led to his recruitment into FNC Entertainment, where he later debuted as the lead vocalist of F.T. Island in 2007.

Personal Life

Lee Hong-gi is known to keep his romantic life private. He has not confirmed any public relationship or marriage as of 2025. He enlisted for mandatory military service on September 30, 2019, serving in the army’s musical unit, and was honorably discharged on April 18, 2021.

Career

Lee Hong-gi began his entertainment career as a child actor, appearing in the children’s series Magic Kid Masuri (2002). His talent for performing led to further opportunities, but it was his debut as lead vocalist of F.T. Island in 2007 that made him a household name.

With F.T. Island, Hong-gi has released numerous chart-topping albums both in Korea and Japan, including Cheerful Sensibility (2007), Five Treasure Island (2011), New Page (2014), Where’s the Truth? (2016), and Lock Up (2021). His powerful vocals and emotional delivery became the band’s signature.

His solo debut came in 2015 with the Korean EP FM302 and its Japanese counterpart AM302. Both were commercial successes, topping Oricon and Gaon charts. His second Korean EP, Do n Do (2018), further solidified his reputation as a solo artist.

Hong-gi’s breakout acting role came in the 2009 hit drama You’re Beautiful, where he played Jeremy, a kind-hearted band drummer, earning him the SBS Drama Award for Best New Star.

He later starred in Muscle Girl! (2011, Japan), Bride of the Century (2014), Modern Farmer (2014), and A Korean Odyssey (2017–2018).

He has performed in musical theatre productions like The Days (2017) and Jack the Ripper (2019). He’s also a frequent guest on Korean variety shows, known for his humor and honesty on programs like Knowing Bros, Radio Star, and The Return of Superman.

Awards and Nominations

• 2009: SBS Drama Awards – New Star Award (You’re Beautiful)
• 2010: 16th Korean Entertainment Arts Awards – Best Male Singer
• 2012: Japan Gold Disc Awards – Best 3 New Asian Artists (with F.T. Island)
• 2013: 27th Golden Disk Awards – InStyle Fashionista Award
• 2014: 9th Seoul International Drama Awards – Outstanding Korean Drama OST (Nominee)
• 2018: Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best Solo Vocal Performance (Nominee, Do n Do)
• 2021: Seoul Music Awards – Hallyu Star Award (with F.T. Island)

Net Worth

Lee Hong-gi’s net worth is estimated at approximately US$12 million. His income sources include music royalties from F.T. Island albums and solo projects, acting contracts for dramas, films, and stage productions, and other sources.

Social Media

• Instagram: @skullhong12
• Twitter (X): @skullhong
• YouTube: Lee Hong Gi Official
• TikTok: @skullhong12

Filmography

Television:

• Magic Kid Masuri (2002)
• You’re Beautiful (2009) – Jeremy
• Muscle Girl! (2011) – Han Kang-woo
• Bride of the Century (2014) – Choi Kang-joo
• Modern Farmer (2014) – Lee Min-ki
• A Korean Odyssey (2017–2018) – PK (Palgwang)
• Shining For One Thing (Korean remake) (2025) – Lead role

Films:

• Our School’s E.T. (2008) – Student cameo
• How to Steal a Dog (2014) – Kim Sung-woo

Musical Theatre:

• The Days (2017)
• Jack the Ripper (2019)
• Elizabeth (2022, reprise role)

Discography

• FM302 (EP, 2015)
• AM302 (Japanese Album, 2015)
• Do n Do (EP, 2018)
• Drawing (Japanese Album, 2021)
• Replay (Digital Single, 2023)

Books

• Lee Hong-gi’s Nail Art (2013)
• Hongstargram (2014)
• Skullhong Life (2022)