Han Ye-Seul Biography: Age, Parents, Siblings, Spouse, Movies, Height, Net Worth, Wikipedia

Leslie Kim, also known as Han Ye-Seul, is a South Korean-American actress and model recognized for her elegant beauty and versatile performances in both Korean and American productions.

Having built a successful career across two countries, she has become one of the most prominent Korean actresses in Hollywood while maintaining a strong presence in Korean dramas and films.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Leslie Kim
• Stage Name: Han Ye-Seul
• Born: September 18, 1981
• Age: 44 years old
• Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
• Nationality: American (South Korean descent)
• Ethnicity: Korean-American
• Occupation: Actress and Model
• Height: 168 cm
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Kim
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: John Lee
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $10 million USD

Early Life and Education

Han Ye-Seul was born on September 18, 1981, in Los Angeles, California, United States. Raised by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kim, in a Korean-American household, she grew up in the United States and attended high school in California.

She later moved to South Korea to pursue modeling and acting, where she quickly gained attention for her striking appearance. Details about her formal higher education remain private, as she focused on her career in entertainment early on. Her ethnicity is Korean-American. Her religion is Christianity.

Career

Han Ye-Seul first rose to prominence in South Korea after winning the Super Elite Model Look competition in 1999, which led to her signing with a major agency. She debuted as an actress in the drama Nonstop 4 (2003) and gained widespread fame with her role in the romantic comedy film My Name Is Kim Sam-soon (2005), which became one of the highest-rated Korean dramas of its time.

She later appeared in films such as The Legend of Seven Cutter (2006), How to Meet a Perfect Neighbor (2007), and Miss Gold Digger (2007). She returned to Hollywood, appearing in the series Nikita (2010) and the film Chronicle (2012).

She has since starred in Korean dramas, including Birth of a Beauty (2014), Madame Antoine (2016), Children of a Lesser God (2018), and more recent projects such as The World of the Married (2020) and Love in Contract (2022). Known for her sophisticated beauty and strong screen presence, she continues to work in both Korean and international productions while maintaining a modeling career.

Awards and Nominations

• Best New Actress – MBC Drama Awards (2005)
• Best Couple Award (with Hyun Bin) – MBC Drama Awards (2005)
• Best Actress – KBS Drama Awards (2014)
• Top Excellence Award, Actress – KBS Drama Awards (2018)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @hanyeseul
• Facebook Handle: Han Ye-Seul 

Personal Life

Han Ye-Seul, 44,  was previously married to businessman John Lee in 2013; the couple divorced in 2015. Currently single and childless, she maintains a private personal life while focusing on her acting and modeling work.

She has spoken openly about her experiences living between two cultures and her dedication to her career. Known for her elegant and professional demeanor, she continues to engage fans through social media with updates on her projects and occasional personal reflections.

Net Worth

Han Ye-Seul has an estimated net worth of $10 million USD, primarily from acting in Korean dramas and films, international projects, modeling contracts, brand endorsements, and related entertainment engagements.

Filmography

• Nonstop 4 (2003)
• My Name Is Kim Sam-soon (2005)
• The Legend of Seven Cutter (2006)
• How to Meet a Perfect Neighbor (2007)
• Miss Gold Digger (2007)
• Nikita (2010)
• Chronicle (2012)
• Birth of a Beauty (2014)
• Madame Antoine (2016)
• Children of a Lesser God (2018)
• The World of the Married (2020)
• Love in Contract (2022)