Lee You-mi

South Korean actress who captured global attention with her breakout role in the Netflix phenomenon Squid Game and made Emmy Awards history.

What do we know about Lee You-mi?

Here are the key biographical details about Lee You-mi:

  • Name: Lee You-mi
  • Also Known As: Lee Yoo-mi, Lee Yoo-mee, Lee Yu-mi, لی یو-می, لیو می
  • Date of Birth: July 18, 1994
  • Place of Birth: Jeonju, North Jeolla, South Korea
  • Gender: Female
  • Job Title: Actor

Who is Lee You-mi?

Lee Yoo-mi (이유미) is a South Korean actress. She made her acting debut in 2009. In the following years, her work was limited to minor roles in several film and television series. On September 28, 2020, it was announced that Lee has signed an exclusive contract with Varo Entertainment.

In 2021, Lee rose to prominence outside South Korea for her role in the Netflix series Squid Game. Following the series' international success, Lee's follower count on Instagram increased from 40,000 to over 6.5 million in a matter of days. Lee Yoo-mi becomes first Korean actress to win 'Outstanding Guest Actress' at the Creative Arts Emmys.

What is Lee You-mi known for?

Lee You-mi is a South Korean actress recognized for a diverse range of film and television performances. Her most celebrated works include:

  • Squid Game (2021, TV Series)
  • All of Us Are Dead (2022, TV Series)
  • My Holo Love (2020, TV Series)
  • The Yellow Sea (2010, Movie)
  • Touch Your Heart (2019, TV Series)
  • Hwayi: A Monster Boy (2013, Movie)
  • Running Man (2010, TV Series)
  • 365: Repeat the Year (2020, TV Series)
  • Strong Girl Nam-soon (2023, TV Series)
  • Connect (2022, TV Series)

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