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Yoo Yeon-seok is listed as a film actor, television actor and stage actor. Born on April 11, 1984, Yoo Yeon-seok is from Seoul, South Korea. That works out to 42 years old in 2026. Schooling on record includes Kyunggi High School and Sejong University.
My Take
Yoo Yeon-seok is one of those actors who makes everything look effortless, which is probably why it took audiences a while to fully appreciate just how good he is. His bit part in Oldboy back in 2003 is practically trivia now, but when he properly committed to his career from 2008 onward, he built a resume that covers serious ground — from the nostalgic warmth of Reply 1994 to the slick tension of Chicago Typewriter to the beloved ensemble of Hospital Playlist, where his portrayal of the guitar-playing cardiothoracic surgeon became something of a cultural moment. He has genuine range, moving between romantic lead, period drama, and theatrical work without ever feeling miscast. There's an understated charm to him that doesn't demand attention but rewards it. His record now also includes a 2025 tax assessment against his company of about ₩7 billion, of which he paid about ₩3 billion; the Tax Tribunal dismissed his appeal in August 2026.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Yoo Yeon-seok
- Name (Japanese)
- ユ・ヨンソク
- Reading
- ゆ・よんそく
- Born
- April 11, 1984 (age 42)
- Origin
- Seoul, South Korea
- Occupation
- actor / film actor / television actor / stage actor / YouTuber
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aries / Rat
2. Background
- High school
- Kyunggi High School
- University
- Sejong University
3. Links
4. About this entry
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- Last updated
Only publicly available facts are listed; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. Base data was compiled from Wikidata from June 2026 onward; ages are recalculated daily and deaths are checked against Wikidata on an ongoing basis. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Yoo Yeon-seok born?
Yoo Yeon-seok was born on April 11, 1984 and is 42 years old.
Where is Yoo Yeon-seok from?
Yoo Yeon-seok is from Seoul, South Korea.
What does Yoo Yeon-seok do?
Yoo Yeon-seok works as actor, film actor, television actor, stage actor, YouTuber.
Where did Yoo Yeon-seok study?
Yoo Yeon-seok attended Sejong University.
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