Daniel Henney is an actor and model from the United States. Daniel first gained international attention in the Korean drama My Lovely Sam Soon, where he played Dr. Henry Kim. However, right now he is gaining so much attention for his powerful portrayal of Lan Mandragoran in one of the highly anticipated series of this year, The Wheel of Time.
Early Life
Daniel Henney was born on November 28th, 1979 in Carson City, Michigan, United States. His mother is Christine Henney, an American adopted from Busan, South Korea, who served as a nurse when he was born. His father, Philip Henney, a British-born American, worked in manufacturing.
He was a famous and outstanding basketball player at Carson City-Crystal High School. Henney attended a number of universities, including Albion College, Alma College, and Elgin Community College, but due to his burgeoning modeling career, he never completed his education.
For a period, he was credited with having graduated with an economics degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago on various internet portals. When an academic scandal in 2007 indicated that various South Korean social figures and celebrities, including Choi Soo-jong and Jang Mi-hee, had fabricated their academic records, this was found to be incorrect.
Daniel Henney Career
Henney relocated to South Korea after four years of living in Hong Kong and Taiwan. He did some Off-Broadway stuff while auditioning for television shows in New York in 2004. Henney began modeling in the United States in 2001 and went on to work in France, Hong Kong, and other locations while studying college.
Daniel became a spokesperson for commercials with Jun Ji-Hyun for Olympus cameras and Kim Tae-hee for Daewoo Electronics’ Klasse air conditioners after making his debut in South Korea with advertising for Amore Pacific’s cosmetic “Odyssey Sunrise.”
Henney is signed with DNA Models’ celebrity division in New York. Henney was discovered by a talent manager while modeling for Olympus in South Korea in 2005, and he landed a role in the Korean drama My Lovely Sam Soon, or My Name is Kim Sam Soon.
Rise to Fame
In a love triangle involving female star Hee-jin (Jung Ryeo-won) and restaurateur Hyun Jin-heon, he played a supporting part (Hyun Bin). The show was a huge hit in South Korea, with the finale estimated to have been viewed by more than half of the country’s households.
In 2006, Henney played Philip, a foreign music promoter, in another romance drama, Spring Waltz. When he was cast in a Bean Pole commercial alongside Gwyneth Paltrow, he resurrected his modeling career.
Henney has also worked for television in the Korean drama Spring Waltz, as well as the American dramas Hawaii Five-0 and Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders. For the 13th, 14th, and 15th seasons of Criminal Minds, he was a regular cast member. Henney did star as Lan Mandragoran in the 2021 adaptation of The Wheel of Time.
Social Media
Currently, Daniel is present and active on social media platforms. On Instagram, Daniel has gained over 849k followers over time with 720 posts on that account. Right now on Twitter Daniel has a 129.9k fan following.
Daniel Henney Biography |
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| Real Name | Daniel Phillip Henney / Jeom Deok-su |
| Birth Date | November 28, 1979 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 44 Years |
| Birth Place | Carson City, Michigan, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Actor, Model, Singer |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sun sign | Sagittarius |
Physical Statistics |
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| Height | in feet inches – 6’ 2” – in Centimeters – 188 cm |
| Weight | in Kilograms – 87 kg – in Pounds – 192 lbs |
| Shoe Size | 12 (U.S.) |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Body Type | Athletic |
Family |
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| Father | Phillip Henney |
| Mother | Christine Henney |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | – |
Qualification/Education |
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| School | Carson City-Crystal High School |
| College | Albion College, Alma College, Elgin College |
Relationship Status |
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| Marital Status | Single |
| Affair | No |
| Who is his wife/girlfriend? | Ru Kumagai |
Personal Life
Daniel is dating his long-term girlfriend Ru Kumagai. They’ve been spotted together publicly over the years. However, neither of them has officially confirmed their relationship status. It remains uncertain whether they are married or have plans for marriage in the future. Fans are eagerly anticipating if they will progress their relationship and potentially start a family.
Regardless of his personal life being kept private, Daniel continues to stand out as a highly talented actor in Hollywood. He has garnered a massive following due to his exceptional performances and appealing appearance. Whether married or not, his fans will steadfastly support him and his contributions to the entertainment industry.
Daniel Henney Net Worth
As of 2023, Daniel Henney’s net worth is predicted to be $5 million. Henney’s professional work has provided him with a significant portion of his income and riches. He is dedicated to his profession and loyal to his work which makes him a good human being.
Trivia
- Daniel eventually learned the language and went on to star on a few variety shows, including Family Outing.
- In the film X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Daniel played Agent Zero for the first time in the United States (2009).
- Henney, Rain, and actress Lee Na-young made a comeback to South Korean television in 2010 for KBS2’s The Fugitive: Plan B.
- Henney has been in a number of American television series since 2012.
