Sung Dong-il Biography: Wife, Drama List, Instagram, Family, Age, Net Worth, Wikipedia

Sung Dong-il is a prominent South Korean actor who began his career in theater in 1987 and gained recognition through the 1991 SBS open talent auditions.

He rose to fame with his comedic role in Eun-shil and showcased his versatility in dramas like Love in 3 Colors and March.

His breakthrough in film came with the 2006 hit 200 Pounds Beauty, leading to a successful run in supporting roles in films such as Take Off, Foxy Festival, and The Accidental Detective.

He is also well-regarded for his fatherly roles in acclaimed series like The Slave Hunters, Reply 1997, Reply 1994, and Reply 1988.

Profile

• Full Name: Sung Dong-il
• Stage Name: Sung Dong-il
• Born: 27 April 1964
• Age: 61 years old
• Birthplace: Bupyeong District, Incheon, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: South Korean actor
• Height: 1.77 m
• Parents: Chun Young Ja
• Siblings: Sung Hyun-joo
• Spouse: Park Kyung-hye (m. 2003)
• Children: Sung Joon, Sung Bin, Sung Yool
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1.5 million and $5 million

Early Life And Education

Sung Dong-il was born on April 27, 1964, in Bupyeong District, Incheon, South Korea, to parents, with his mother being Chun Young Ja.

His father’s name remains private, and he has a brother named Sung Hyun-joo.

Sung Dong-il attended Yuhan University, where he studied Mechanical Design.

Of Korean ethnicity, his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Sung Dong-il began his acting career in theater in 1987, laying a strong foundation in performance before transitioning to television.

His official entry into the entertainment industry came in 1991 through the SBS open talent auditions.

He gained early fame for his comedic role as “Red Socks” in the drama Eun-shil, where his use of the Jeolla dialect made him a standout.

To avoid being typecast, he consciously pursued a range of characters, including a chaebol heir in Love in 3 Colors and a professor in March, steadily building a reputation as a versatile actor.

His breakthrough in film came with the 2006 box office hit 200 Pounds Beauty, which established him as a reliable supporting actor known for his comic timing and charm.

This success led to notable roles in Take Off, Foxy Festival, Children…, The Suicide Forecast, and The Client, as well as genre-spanning performances in Mr. Go and The Accidental Detective.

On television, Sung earned acclaim for his villainous role in The Slave Hunters and became a fan favorite for his warm, fatherly portrayals in the Reply series (Reply 1997, 1994, and 1988).

In 2013, Sung gained renewed popularity through the hit reality show Dad! Where Are We Going?, which showcased his real-life role as a father alongside his son Joon, and later his daughter Bin.

The program highlighted his natural charm and deepened his connection with audiences.

Balancing humor and depth across a wide range of roles, Sung Dong-il has remained a respected and in-demand figure in both film and television throughout his enduring career.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @song_dongilx

Personal Life

Sung Dong-il has been married to Park Kyung-hye since 2003, and the couple has three children: two sons, Joon and Yool, and a daughter, Bin.

The family gained public attention when Sung and his son Joon appeared on the reality show Dad! Where Are We Going? in 2013, with his daughter Bin joining in the second season.

Known for his close and affectionate relationship with his children, Sung‘s family life has further endeared him to the public.

Filmography

• Running 7 Dogs (2001)
• 200 Pounds Beauty (2006)
• Myodoyahwa (2007)
• Once Upon a Time (2008)
• Children… (2011)
• Pinocchio (2013) – Korean dub
• Mr. Go (2013)
• Iris 2: The Movie (2013)
• Miss Granny (2014)
• Because I Love You (2017)
• The King (2017)
• Real (2017)
• Midnight Runners (2017)
• RV: Resurrected Victims (2017)
• The Chase (2017)
• The Accidental Detective 2: In Action (2018)
• Love+Sling (2018)
• The Great Battle (2018)
• Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days (2018)
• Metamorphosis (2019)
• Pawn (2020)
• The Cursed: Dead Man’s Prey (2021)
• The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure (2022)
• Project Wolf Hunting (2022)
• Hijack 1971 (2024)
• Forbidden Fairytale (2025) (upcoming)
• Pretty Crazy (TBA) (upcoming)

Net Worth

Sung Dong-il‘s net worth is estimated to range between $1.5 million and $5 million, accumulated through his extensive and successful career in acting.

He has earned significant income from his roles in popular South Korean films and TV dramas, including 200 Pounds Beauty, The Slave Hunters, and the Reply series.

His appearances on reality shows, such as Dad! Where Are We Going?, have also contributed to his financial success.