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Lee Young-ae returns to KBS after 26 years with new series 'Lucky Day'

Actor Lee Young-ae is set to star in a KBS drama series, tentatively titled "Lucky Day," the network said Friday.

2025-07-11

YouTuber fined $5,000 for linking Lee Young-ae to Kim Keon Hee

YouTuber Jeong Cheon-su was fined 7 million won ($5,137) for defaming actress Lee Young-ae, linking her to former President Yoon's wife, after she filed a complaint regarding false claims.

2025-06-25

'Hedda Gabler' as you’ve never seen her: Lee Young-ae’s modern take on a classic role

Lee Young-ae returns to theater for “Hedda Gabler,” a classic play by Ibsen, facing off against Lee Hye-young's acclaimed portrayal. The actress reflected on her interpretation and how she aims to connect with theatergoers through Hedda's struggles.

2025-05-15

Film and drama star Lee Young-ae to return to theater in 'Hedda Gabler'

Actor Lee Young-ae, 54, is taking the stage in "Hedda Gabler" after a storied career in such films and dramas as "Joint Security Area" and "Jewel in the Palace."

2025-04-09

Actor Lee Young-ae in talks to return to stage for 'Hedda Gabler'

Actor Lee Young-ae is in talks to return to the theater stage in LG Arts Center's “Hedda Gabler,” which could mark the actor's first play in 32 years.

2025-01-09

Actor Lee Young-ae spends Chuseok at $7,000 hanok hotel

Actor Lee Young-ae enjoyed her Chuseok holiday at a luxury hanok hotel in Yeongwol County, sharing photos of her stay at The Hanok Heritage House, which costs about $7,550 per night.

2024-09-18

Actor Lee Young-ae donates 100 million won to support victims of Japanese forced mobilization

Actor Lee Young-ae donated 100 million won ($73,500) to the Foundation for Victims of Forced Mobilization by Imperial Japan (FOMO), the foundation announced Tuesday.

2024-08-14

Lee Young-ae's new drama is not a 'Dae Jang Geum' sequel, writer confirms

Lee Young-ae's new drama is not a sequel to 'Dae Jang Geum,' the original writer confirmed, but a unique take on the same historical character.

2024-02-06

KBS 'considering' actor Lee Young-ae as host of new talk show

KBS is considering Lee Young-ae as a potential host for a new talk show, but denied rumors that such a show would replace 'Lee Hyo-ri's Red Carpet.' The role would be the actor's first emcee appearance since 1990.

2024-02-05

Lee Young-ae to reprise role in 'Dae Jang Geum' sequel

Lee Young-ae is set to reprise her role in a new drama based on the hit series 'Dae Jang Geum.'

2024-01-30