Kim Nam Gil is a South Korean actor, producer and singer. Born on March 13, 1981, he made his acting debut in the 1999 television drama “School 1.” Early in his career, the actor went by the stage name Lee Han. But it was his role in the 2009 television drama “The Great Queen Seon Deok” that made Kim Nam Gil a breakout star. His recent credits also include the 2013 hit television drama “Shark” and the 2017 film “One Day.” The talented star also has published two photobooks, Into the Wild (2010) and Way Back to the Road (2012), and is the founder and CEO of Gilstory, a non-profit organization that works to preserve cultural heritage and promote the arts.

Kim Nam Gil

Jang Nara is a South Korean singer and actress known for her work both in Korea and China. Born on March 18, 1981, she made her debut as a singer in 2001. She released many popular albums that produced many No. 1 songs, including her most popular song “Sweet Dream” from her second album. Jang Nara also became very popular in China, and she released several Chinese-language albums and also was the only star from a non-Chinese-speaking country to sing the 2008 Summer Olympics song “Beijing Welcomes You.” Jang Nara’s acting career has enjoyed just as much success as her singing career. After making her acting debut in the 2001 television sitcom “New Nonstop,” she has starred in many popular films and television dramas, including “Baby-Faced Beauty” (2011), “School 2013” (2012), “Fated to Love You (aka You Are My Destiny)” (2014), “I Remember You” (2015) and “One More Happy Ending” (2016). Jang Nara’s father is actor Ju Heo Seong.

Jang Nara

Honey Lee, also known as Lee Ha Nui, is a South Korean actress and accomplished classical musician. Born on March 2, 1983, Honey Lee’s father was a high-ranking official in the National Intelligence Service and her mother, a Ph.D. in Korean music history, is a professor at Ewha Women’s University and holds the distinction as Human Cultural Asset No. 23 in Korea because of her many musical accomplishments. Honey Lee, like her mother and older sister, is a professional gayageum player (a traditional Korean stringed instrument) and was named a gayageum prodigy by the prestigious musical foundation Kumho Art Center. She has released four CDs and performed in 25 countries worldwide, including Carnegie Hall in New York. Honey Lee graduated from the prestigious Seoul National University (with honors) with both a bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Honey Lee competed in the 2006 Miss Korea pageant as Miss Seoul and won, going on to represent South Korea in the Miss Universe 2007 pageant and placing 3rd runner-up. She began her entertainment career as a co-host of the industry-focused show “Real Time TV Entertainment.” She made her acting debut in the 2008 musical theater production “Polaroid” and has acted in many films and television dramas since, including “Partner” (2009), “Pasta” (2010), “Immortal Classic” (2012), “Shark” (2013), “Modern Farmer” (2014), “Shine or Go Crazy” (2015) and “Please Come Back, Mister” (2016), as well as the 2016 film “Sori: Voice From the Heart.” In 2015, Honey Lee also became host of the beauty and fitness show “Get It Beauty.”

Honey Lee

Jo Jung Suk is an award-winning South Korean actor. Born on December 26, 1980, he spent almost 10 years of his career working in musicals and stage productions after making his debut in the 2004 production of “The Nutcracker.” He then made the leap to the big screen in the 2012 hit film “Architecture 101,” which brought him much acclaim and acting awards. He has since starred in many popular films and television dramas, including “The King 2 Hearts” (2012), “You’re the Best, Lee Soon Shin” (2013) and “Oh My Ghostess” (2015). Jo Jung Suk also joined the cast of the popular variety show “Youth Over Flowers” in 2016.

Jo Jung Suk

Suzy, the stage name of Bae Su Ji or Bae Suzy, is a popular South Korean singer and actress. Born on October 10, 1994, she is a member of the South Korean girl group Miss A. Suzy was an online shopping model before she participated in the reality competition “Superstar K.” Although she only made it through the preliminary round, she caught the attention of a scout and soon after became a music trainee for JYP Entertainment. She trained for only a year before she debuted with Miss A in 2010. That same year, Suzy also became one of the hosts for the music variety show “MBC Show! Music Core” and went on to host many other music shows. She branched into acting with the 2011 television drama “Dream High” and is best known for her roles in the dramas “Gu Family Book” (2013), “Uncontrollably Fond” (2016) and “While You Were Sleeping” (2017). Suzy holds the distinction of being the first Korean female celebrity to have more than 1 million followers on Twitter. In March 2015, she also made international headlines when it was confirmed by her agency that she is dating Korean megastar Lee Min Ho.

Suzy

Lee Seung Gi is a popular South Korean singer, actor, MC and entertainer. Born on January 13, 1987, he was first scouted by singer Lee Sun Hee and debuted as a singer at the age of 17. He made his acting debut in 2006 in the television drama “The Infamous Chil Sisters” and has since gone on to star in many popular dramas, including “You’re All Surrounded” (2014), “Gu Family Book” (2013), “The King 2 Hearts” (2012), “My Girlfriend Is a Gumiho” (2010), “Shining Inheritance” (2009) and “Return of Iljimae” (2008). In addition to his music and acting, Lee Seung Gi was a member of the weekend variety show “1 Night 2 Days” from 2007 to 2012 and the MC of the talk show “Strong Heart” from 2009 to 2012.

Lee Seung Gi

Shim Yi Young is the stage name of Kim Jin Ah, a South Korean actress. Born on January 31, 1980, she made her acting debut in the 2000 film “Real Fiction.” She has since starred in many popular films and television dramas, including “A Hundred Years’ Inheritance” (2013), “Goddess of Marriage” (2013), “The Suspicious Housekeeper” (2013), “Birth of a Beauty” (2014) and “Five Children” (2016). Shim Yi Young also hosted the reality shows “We Are Mom and Dad From Today” (2013) and “She and Her Car” (since 2012). Shim Yi Young married actor Choi Won Young in 2014. The couple met on the set of “A Hundred Years’ Inheritance.”

Shim Yi Young

Suh Do Young

Han Ye Ri is the stage name of Kim Ye Ri, an award-winning South Korean actress. Born on December 23, 1984, she began her career by acting in short films and indie films. She has since then had a prolific career in mainstream films, including “As One” (2012), for which she won Best New Actress at the 49th Baeksang Arts Awards, as well as “Commitment” (2013) and “Haemoo” (2014). She also has appeared in the television dramas “Imaginary Cat” (2015), “Six Flying Dragons” (2015) and “Switch” (2018).

Han Ye Ri

Kim Sung Kyun is an award-winning South Korean actor. Born on July 5, 1980, he began his career in 2009 in theatrical productions before breaking into films in “Nameless Gangster: Rules of the Time” (2012), for which he swept the Best New Actor awards that year, including the 48th Baeksang Arts Awards and the 20th Korean Culture and Entertainment Awards. His other critically acclaimed roles include the films “The Neighbor” and the television dramas “Reply 1994” (2013), “Reply 1988” (2015) and “Untouchable” (2017-2018).

Kim Sung Kyun

Lee Se Young is a South Korean actress who began her career as a child actress. Born on December 20, 1992, she made her acting debut at the age of 4 in the 1997 television drama “The Brothers’ River.” She has since appeared in many popular films and television dramas. Making an easy transition into adult roles, some of her recent dramas include “Goddess of Marriage” (2013), “Adolescence Medley” (2013), “Trot Lovers” (2014) and “Vampire Detective” (2016).

Lee Se Young

Lee Sang Yoon is a South Korean actor who was discovered at the age of 24 among a crowd of people on the streets of Yeouido, the financial district located on an island in the Han River in Seoul. Born on August 15, 1981, he made his entertainment debut in a 2005 commercial for Hite Beer, which launched his acting career. He has since starred in many popular films and television dramas, including “I Love You, Don’t Cry” (2008), “Jung Yi, Goddess of Fire” (2013), “Angel Eyes” (2014), “Liar Game” (2014), “Twenty Again” (2015), “On the Road to the Airport” (2016), “Whisper” (2017) and “About Time” (2018). In 2013, Lee Sang Yoon graduated from the prestigious Seoul National University with a degree in Physics.

Lee Sang Yoon

Pyo Ye Jin is a South Korean actress who was born on February 3, 1992, in Changwon, South Korea. She worked as a flight attendant for two years after graduating from university, before eventually turning her hand to acting. She made her debut in the 2012 family-themed drama series “Here Comes Mr. Oh,” and made her movie acting bow in the 2014 film “Miss Granny.” In 2017, she appeared in the dramas “Fight for My Way” and “Love Returns” – with both roles winning her nominations for Best New Actress at the KBS Drama Awards. In 2018, she won the Popular Female Character prize at the Korea Drama Awards for her role in “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim?” (2018), and went on to appear in the 2019 title “VIP.”

Pyo Ye Jin

Jung Moon Sung

Lee Chung Ah is a South Korean actress. Born on October 29, 1984, she made her acting debut in the 2002 film “Resurrection of the Little Match Girl.” She gained leading status with her 2004 film “Temptation of Wolves” and the 2005 television drama “Let’s Go to the Beach.” She also is well known for her roles in the dramas “Flower Boy Ramyun Shop” (2011), “Riders: Catch Tomorrow” (2015), “Vampire Detective” (2016) and “Lucky Romance” (2016). Lee Chung Ah has hosted the popular variety shows “The Fox’s Butler” (2010), “Cats and Dogs” (2012) and “Music and Lyrics Season 2” (2012). Lee Chung Ah is the daughter of veteran musical theater actor Lee Seung Chul.

Lee Chung Ah

Moon Jung Hee is an award-winning South Korean actress. Born on January 12, 1976, she made her acting debut in the 1988 stage production of “Blood Brothers.” She has since starred in many popular stage productions, films and television dramas, including the recent “A Thousand Days’ Promise” (2011), “Mama” (2014) and “Sweet, Savage Family” (2015). Her role in the 2012 hit film “Deranged” earned her Best Supporting Actress at the Blue Dragon Film Awards. Moon Jung Hee is an accomplished salsa dancer and works as a salsa instructor between projects.

Moon Jung Hee

Go Joon is a South Korean actor who was born on December 8, 1978, in Seoul, South Korea. He made his acting debut in the 2001 movie “Wanee and Junah,” later going on to make his TV drama bow in the series “Dr. Champ” in 2010. He has since gone on to star in movies such as “Tazza: The Hidden Card” (2014). In December 2019, he won the Best Supporting Actor prize at the SBS Drama Awards for his role in “The Fiery Priest,” and in 2020 appeared in “Oh My Baby.”

Go Joon

Yoon Chan Young is a South Korean actor. He was born on April 25, 2001 and made his debut as an actor in 2013. Since debut he has appeared in various films and television dramas, including “Everything and Nothing” (2019).

Yoon Chan Young

Geum Sae Rok is a South Korean actress. She was born on September 6, 1992 and made her debut in the entertainment world in 2015. Since debut, she has appeared in various films and television dramas, including “Assassination” (2015), “Marry Me Now” (2018), “The Fiery Priest” (2019), and “Mr. Temporary”.

Geum Sae Rok

Shin Dong Yup in a South Korean comedian and television comedy show host. He was born in Jecheon, North Chungcheong, South Korean on February 17, 1971 and made his debut in the entertainment world in 1993. Since debut, he has appeared in both television dramas and variety shows, including “Vampire Idol” (2011), “Immortal Song” (2012), “Love Catcher” (2018), and “Night of Hate Comments” (2019).

Shin Dong Yup

A festival of stars will celebrate the last night of 2019! The 2019 SBS Drama Awards will unfold with the best actors and actresses and with the best dramas. This year, Shin Dong Yeob and Jang Na Ra will host the show. You will once again be able to meet the best of the best who brought the excitement to you. Main stars from The Fiery Priest, The Secret Life of My Secretary, Doctor John, VIP, and from popular KOCOWA titles are all going to be there!

2019 SBS Drama Awards

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