Lee Mi-sook Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Husband, Movies, Awards, Parents, Children

Lee Mi-sook is a talented South Korean actress known for her powerful, nuanced performances in film and television.

One of the most prominent figures in 1980s Korean cinema, she has maintained a respected career over several decades with roles that showcase emotional depth and versatility, earning critical praise and awards for her work in both classic and contemporary projects.

Lee Mi-sook
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Lee Mi-sook
Born:	April 2, 1960 (age 66 years old)
Place of Birth:	Danyang County, North Chungcheong Province, South Korea
Nationality:	South Korean
Ethnicity:	Korean
Height:	162 cm
Parents:	Mr. Lee and Mrs. Lee
Spouse:	Hong Sung-ho (married 1987- 2007)
Relationship:	Divorced
Children:	Two
Occupation:	Actress
Net Worth:	$5 million

Early Life and Education

Lee Mi-sook was born on April 2, 1960, in Danyang County, North Chungcheong Province, South Korea. Raised by her parents, Mr. Lee and Mrs. Lee, she developed an interest in performance during her youth.

She graduated from Korea University Graduate School with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. This educational background provided her with skills that complemented her acting career. Her ethnicity is Korean. Her religion is unknown.

Career

Lee Mi-sook entered the entertainment industry in 1978 after winning a popularity award at the Miss Lotte beauty pageant. She made her acting debut in 1979 and quickly rose to prominence in the 1980s as one of the leading actresses in Korean cinema. She starred in notable films such as Whale Hunting (1984) and The Winter That Year Was Warm (1984), which established her as a major talent.

She retired from film after her 1987 marriage but continued appearing in television dramas like How’s Your Husband? (1993). She made a successful comeback in 1998 with An Affair, earning critical acclaim for her leading role.

Since then, she has remained active in both film and television with projects including Untold Scandal (2003), Actresses (2009), Smile, Mom (2010), Money Flower (2017), and Queen of Tears (2024). Her performances often explore complex emotional themes, and she has continued to take on significant roles in her later career. Her work has solidified her status as a respected veteran in Korean entertainment.

Awards and Nominations

• Best Actress (Asia-Pacific Film Festival, Love Triangle, 1987)
• Best Actress (Asia-Pacific Film Festival, Mulberry, 1986)
• Best Actress (Chunsa Film Festival, An Affair, 1999)
• Best Actress (Paeksang Arts Awards, The Winter That Year Was Warm, 1985)
• Best New Actress (Paeksang Arts Awards, The Bird Of Fire, 1981)
• Top Excellence Award, Actress in a Weekend Drama (MBC Drama Awards, Money Flower, 2017)
• Golden Actress (MBC Drama Awards, Miss Korea/Shining Romance/Rosy Lovers, 2014)
• Excellent Actress (KBS Drama Awards, You Are The Best! Lee Soon-Shin, 2013)

Social Media

• Lee Mi-sook does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Lee Mi-sook, 65, married plastic surgeon Hong Sung-ho in 1987. The couple had one son and one daughter. They divorced in 2007 after 20 years of marriage.

She has kept her family life private since the divorce and focuses on her professional work. She resides in South Korea and maintains a low profile in personal matters.

Net Worth

Lee Mi-sook’s net worth is estimated at $5 million USD. Her income primarily comes from acting in television series and films, awards-related opportunities, and her long-standing career in the Korean entertainment industry.

Filmography

• Whale Hunting (1984)
• The Winter That Year Was Warm (1984)
• Mulberry (1986)
• An Affair (1998)
• Untold Scandal (2003)
• Actresses (2009)
• Smile, Mom (2010)
• Money Flower (2017)
• Queen of Tears (2024)