Steven Yeun Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies, Instagram

Steven Yeun is a Korean-American actor best known for his role as Glenn Rhee on the TV series The Walking Dead.

Born in Seoul in 1983 and raised in the United States, he gained critical acclaim for his performance in the film Minari, which earned him an Academy Award nomination.

Profile

• Full Name: Yeun Sang-yeop
• Stage Name: Steven Yeun
• Born: December 21, 1983
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Producer, Voice Actor
• Height: 5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
• Parents: Young Hwan Yeun (father), Heeja Yeun (mother)
• Siblings: Brian Yeun
• Spouse: Joana Pak
• Children: Jude Malcolm
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $8 million

Early Life and Education

Steven Yeun was born on December 21, 1983, in Seoul, South Korea. He is 41 years old. His parents are Young Hwan Yeun and Heeja Yeun. He has one sibling, a younger brother named Brian Yeun.

Steven and his family emigrated to the United States when he was three years old, and he was raised in Troy, Michigan.

Yeun practices Christianity and is of Korean ethnicity. For his education, Steven attended Kalamazoo College in Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology in 2005. It was during his time in college that he developed an interest in acting, which eventually led him to pursue a career in the performing arts.

Career

Steven Yeun began his career in improv and sketch comedy after college, performing with the comedy group Stir Friday Night. His breakthrough came when he was cast as Glenn Rhee on the AMC television series The Walking Dead in 2010. The role brought him widespread recognition and critical praise, making him one of the show’s most beloved characters over six seasons.

After leaving The Walking Dead, Yeun transitioned into film, earning acclaim for his roles in independent and international projects. His performance in the Korean-language film Burning (2018) was highly praised by critics worldwide.

He gained even greater recognition for his leading role in Minari (2020), a semi-autobiographical film about a Korean-American family, which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.

In addition to live-action roles, Yeun has built a strong presence as a voice actor in popular animated series and films, including The Legend of Korra, Voltron: Legendary Defender, and Invincible. He continues to take on diverse roles across film, television, and voice acting, establishing himself as a versatile and respected actor in Hollywood.

Awards and Nominations

• Academy Award Nomination for Best Actor (Minari, 2021)
• Screen Actors Guild Award Nomination
• Critics’ Choice Movie Award Nomination
• Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead (won for Minari)
• Various ensemble cast awards for The Walking Dead

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @stevenyeun
• Facebook handle: StevenYeunOfficial
• Twitter handle: @stevenyeun

Personal Life

Steven Yeun, the Korean-American actor best known for his role as Glenn Rhee on the TV series The Walking Dead, is married to his longtime partner, Joana Pak. The couple has been together for several years before tying the knot in 2016.

They share two children: a son named Jude Malcolm, born in 2017, and a daughter born in 2019.

Regarding his height, Steven Yeun, stands at 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall. No information about his previous relationship before his marriage to Joana Pak.

Filmography (Selected)

• The Walking Dead (TV Series, 2010–2016)
• Minari (2020)
• Burning (2018)
• Sorry to Bother You (2018)
• Okja (2017)
• The Humans (2021)
• Invincible (Voice role, 2021–present)

Net Worth

Steven Yeun has an estimated net worth of $8 million. He has built his wealth primarily through his successful acting career in television, film, and voice acting. His breakthrough role as Glenn Rhee on The Walking Dead significantly boosted his profile and earnings.

Beyond TV, his acclaimed performances in films like Minari and Burning have earned him both critical recognition and lucrative opportunities. Additionally, Yeun earns income from voice roles in popular animated series and various endorsements, contributing to his overall net worth.