Sang Heon Lee is an American- Korean actor and model. He is most recently seen in the Netflix series XO, Kitty. The actor has gained a lot of media attention after the release of the trailer. XO, Kitty is the most awaited spin-off series in the To All The Boys I’ve loved before franchise. The actor is currently based in Los Angeles.
Early Life
Sang Heon Lee was born on January 01, 1995, in Korea, but later his family moved to Hongkong and was raised there. In Hongkong, he studied at an international school. After spending his childhood in Hongkong, Sang moved to the United Kingdom to pursue higher education. He attended a University in Northampton and studied drama.
Sang completed his education and then returned to Seoul to complete Korea’s mandatory military training. Lee considers Hongkong his second hometown. Sang has a very simple childhood. He used to go hiking with his family and friends. He admires the local food of the city the most.
Sang Heon Lee Career
Sang Heon Lee spent a few years in the United Kingdom studying drama. He pursued modeling after coming back to Korea. Lee regularly posts photos on social media showing off his toned physique. He worked as a model for some time and did several modeling assignments. After this start, he took acting more seriously and moved to Los Angeles for better opportunities.
His first television appearance was in the talk show ‘Burning Questions’. It was a promotional show in which the celebrities were asked questions by the host of the show. Sang was there with the cast of his debut series ‘XO, Kitty’. In addition to the series, he is also working on his next movie Gran Turismo.
It is an action-adventure racing car drama. Sang got the opportunity to work alongside Orlando Bloom, Djimon Houson, David Harbour, and Geri Horner in the movie. The movie is inspired by the motor racing video game of the same name. Sony Pictures Entertainment released the trailer of the movie in the first week of May. It will hit the theatres in August of 2023.
Rise to Fame
He debuted in the entertainment industry in the Netflix series ‘XO, Kitty ‘. It is a spin-off of the rom-com movie To All Boys I’ve ever loved before trilogy. He was cast along with Anna Cathcart, Yunjin Kin, Peter Thurnwald, and Choi Min-Young. He is acting alongside his real-life sister Gia Kim in the series which is a big surprise for fans.
She was the one who encouraged Sang to audition for the role. He auditioned for over three months before getting the part. Sang feels personally connected to the role as he also has a passion for romance, cooking, and friendship. Lee used his personal life experiences to draw inspiration for the role.
Sang Heon Lee Biography |
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| Real Name | Daniel Sang Heon Lee |
| Birth Date | January 1, 1995 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 27 Years |
| Birth Place | Seoul, Korea |
| Profession | Actor |
| College | University in Northampton |
| Qualification | Graduate |
Physical Statistics |
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| Height | in feet inches – 5’ 10” – in Centimeters – 168 cm |
| Weight | in Kilograms – 75 kg – in Pounds – 165 lbs |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
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Family |
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| Father | – |
| Mother | – |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | – |
Relationship Status |
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| Marital Status | Single |
| Affair | No |
| Is he a Gay? | No |
| Girlfriend | None |
Personal life
Sang Heon Lee has kept his personal life private. He has not shared anything about his dating life. Sang has a sister Gia Kim as mentioned earlier. He loves daring climbing activities such as hiking and rock climbing.
Sang Heon Lee Net Worth
Sang Heon Lee has just debuted in the entertainment industry. He is yet to make a name for himself among the audience. He has previously worked as a model. His major source of income now is his movie and series acting assignments. His estimated net worth is $1 million.
Trivia
- Sang loves to go bouldering and climbing.
- He makes sure to participate in outdoor activities four times a week.
- Sang is a fitness enthusiast. He posts a lot about his workout routine on social media.