[talk] Lee Chae-min’s Full Profile Revealed! Will the ‘Tyrant’s Chef’ Lead Become Korea’s Next Big Star?
A complete, search-friendly profile of actor Lee Chae-min (born 2000): age, height, education, family (parents and younger sister), debut and filmography, first historical-drama lead in Tyrant’s Chef, MC/variety appearances, awards, personality, hobbies, dating news, and what to expect next.
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2. What’s his family background? 3. How did school life shape his acting dream? 4. What are his key works and full filmography? 5. Why does Tyrant’s Chef matter for his career? 6. How active was he as an MC and on TV? 7. What awards built his public recognition? 8. What are his personality, hobbies, and role models? 9. What’s confirmed about dating and private life? 10. What’s next—and why should fans watch closely? |
1. Who is Lee Chae-min?
Born September 15, 2000, in Ilsandong-gu, Goyang, Lee Chae-min is a fast-rising Korean actor known for a statuesque 190 cm frame and grounded performances. He is currently managed by Baro Entertainment and studies acting at the Korea National University of Arts (K’ARTS), School of Drama.
2. What’s his family background?
Lee grew up with father, mother (born 1976), and a younger sister (born 2002) in a close, supportive household. Tall stature runs in the family; his sister majored in ballet and graduated from Sungkyunkwan University in 2025.
📌 Quick Profile Table
| Field | Details |
| Name |
Lee Chae-min (李彩玟)
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| Birth |
Sept 15, 2000 (24)
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| Hometown |
Jeongbalsan-dong, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang, Gyeonggi-do
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| Nationality | South Korea |
| Height / Weight |
190.2 cm / 85 kg
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| Blood type | AB |
| Family |
Father, mother (’76), younger sister (’02)
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| Education |
Jeodong Middle → Unjeong High → K’ARTS Drama (Acting, enrolled)
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| Agency |
Baro Entertainment (formerly Gold Medalist)
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| Debut |
2021 tvN High Class
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| MBTI | ISFP |
| Skills / Hobbies |
Piano, basketball, swimming
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| Signature Works |
High Class, Crash Course in Romance, See You in My 19th Life, Hierarchy, Barney and Brothers, Tyrant’s Chef
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3. How did school life shape his acting dream?
A top student—4–5th overall in middle school and mostly 1st grade scores in high-school mock exams—Lee initially aimed to become a teacher. During winter break in 11th grade, he decided to try acting “just once” before school ended. With his parents’ support, he trained intensely (often sleeping only 2–3 hours) and ultimately passed multiple college auditions, enrolling at K’ARTS.
4. What are his key works and full filmography?
▪️2021: tvN High Class — Ahn Seung-jo (debut)
▪️2022: KBS2 Love All Play (493km to You) — Lee Ji-ho; tvN Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow — special appearance
▪️2023: tvN Crash Course in Romance — Lee Sun-jae; tvN See You in My 19th Life — Kang Min-gi
▪️2024: Netflix Hierarchy — Kang Ha (lead)
▪️2025: MBC Barney and Brothers — Hwang Jae-yeol (lead)
▪️2025: tvN Tyrant’s Chef — King Lee Heon (lead; first historical drama)
Film (announced): Everyday We Are — Oh Ho-soo (lead)
5. Why does Tyrant’s Chef matter for his career?
Premiering in August 2025, tvN’s Tyrant’s Chef casts Lee as King Lee Heon, an absolute gourmet and volatile young ruler opposite Im Yoon-ah’s time-slipped chef. It’s his first sageuk leading role, and he prepared with horseback riding, swordplay, and archery training. On set, he earned praise for stamina, focus, and a commanding yet nuanced portrayal.
6. How active was he as an MC and on TV?
🎧KBS2 Music Bank MC (Sept 2022 – May 2024)
He hosted for about 1 year and 7 months—perfect attendance—first with Jang Won-young, then Hong Eun-chae, boosting mainstream recognition. He also guested on variety shows and specials throughout 2023–2024.
7. What awards built his public recognition?
▪️2023 Brand Customer Loyalty Awards — Rookie Male Actor
▪️2023 KBS Entertainment Awards — Best Couple (with Hong Eun-chae, Music Bank)
8. What are his personality, hobbies, and role models?
▪️MBTI: ISFP—warm, improvisational, and grounded
▪️Hobbies: Piano, basketball, swimming; “pork cutlet” is his soul food
▪️Role models: Kim Soo-hyun, Lee Byung-hun, Kim Woo-bin, Son Suk-ku
9. What’s confirmed about dating and private life?
In March 2024, Lee and Ryu Da-in acknowledged they were getting to know each other after being spotted together; they reportedly grew close through Crash Course in Romance. He’s a lifelong dog lover and currently lives with two dogs, Dali and Byuli.
10. What’s next—and why should fans watch closely?
Having proven range from model-student roles to a commanding monarch, Lee aims to expand into rom-com and eventually noir. After a successful historical-drama lead turn, he looks poised for bigger, more diverse projects—and growing global visibility.
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