Kim Woo-bin: age, profile, net worth, height, wife, siblings, tv shows, movies, instagram
Kim Woo-bin (born July 16, 1989) is a South Korean actor and model. He debuted as a runway model and made his acting debut in White Christmas. Kim gained public attention in A Gentleman’s Dignity (2012), School 2013 (2012-2013), and The Heirs (2013). He gained popularity for his roles in film The Con Artists (2014) and a drama Uncontrollably Fond (2016).
Basic Information
| Name: | Kim Woo-bin |
| Hangul: | 김우빈 |
| Birth Name: | Kim Hyun-joong |
| Hangul: | 김현중 |
| Date Of Birth: | 16 July 1989 |
| Age: | 33 Years Old |
| Place Of Birth: | Seoul South Korea |
| Nationality: | Korean |
| Zodiac Sign: | Cancer |
| Blood Type: | A |
| Occupation: | Actor, Model |
| Years Active: | 2009 – Present |
| Agent: | AM Entertainment |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (190 cm) |
| Weight: | 70 kg (154 lbs) |
| Wife: | Shin Min-a |
| Marital Status: | Dating with Shin Min-a |
| Education: | Jeonju University |
| Instagram: | @____kimwoobin |
| Net Worth: | $10 Million |
Early life and Education
Kim Woo-bin born in July 16, 1989, seoul, South Korea. Born Kim Hyun-joong and he changed his name to Kim Woobin in 2011. Kim attended Jeonju University.
Career
Kim Woo-bin began his career as a runway model in 2009 when he was 20 years old. He made his acting debut in a drama White Christmas under his stage name Kim Woo-bin in 2011. Kim was cast in A Gentleman’s Dignity, he later appeared in To the Beautiful You.
Kim Woo-bin made his breakthrough in dramas in 2013. He starred in School 2013, The Heirs alongside Lee Min-ho and Park Shin-hye, and his film Friend: The Great Legacy as a young gang member. Kim later became the host of cable music program M! Countdown from August 15, 2013, to February 13, 2014.
Kim Woo-bin was cast in the heist movie The Con Artists alongside Lee Hyun-woo in 2014. He starred in Twenty in 2015.
Kim Woo-bin appeared in an advert for Calvin Klein Watches + Jewelry, making him the first East Asian model for the brand.
Kim Woo-bin starred in Uncontrollably Fond as a male lead in 2016. He was cast in crime action film Master alongside Lee Byung-hun and Kang Dong-won. Kim appeared in a film Wiretapin 2016.
In May 2017, Kim’s agency announced that Kim would be taking a hiatus after he was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer.
Kim Woo-bin’s agency AM Entertainment announced, announced that Kim would be returning to the big screen in Choi Dong-hoon upcoming sci-fi film Alien alongside Ryu Jun-yeol and Kim Tae-ri in 2021.
Kim Woo-bi co-stars television series Our Blues, and Netflix’s Black Knight in 2022.
Personal Life
Kim Woo-bin is friends with his co-stars (and former models) Lee Jong Suk and Kim Young Kwang.
Kim Woo-bin has been in a relationship with model-actress Shin Min-a since May 2015.
In May 2017, Kim Woo-bin’s agency announced that he would be taking a hiatus after he was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer.
Kim subsequently returned to screen in 2022 with the TV series Our Blues and Black Knight and also with the film Alien, directed by Choi Dong-hoon.
Donations
Kim Woo-bin donated ₩100 million to the Hope Bridge Disaster Relief Association to help the victims of the massive wildfires that started in Uljin, Gyeongbuk. Of which later spread to Samcheok, Gangwon in March 8, 2022.
Ambassadorship
| Year | Title | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Kim was appointed as an honorary ambassador for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. | In October, he was pulled from the role due to his ongoing cancer treatments. |
| 2015 | Kim was chosen as the promotional ambassador of CJ CGV’s arthouse exhibition chain CGV ARTHOUSE. | |
| 2013 | Kim was named honorary ambassador for his alma mater, Jeonju University. | By Jeonju University. |
| 2013 | Kim was appointed the public relations ambassador of the 2013 Suwon Information Science Festival. | |
| 2013 | Kim was also appointed the ambassador of the “Good Downloader Campaign. | By the Korean Film Council and Film Federation Against Piracy. |
Movies
- TBA – Wiretap / as Park Sang-dae
- 2022 – Alien TBA
- 2018 – Wiretap / as Park Sang-Dae
- 2016 – Master / as Park Jang-Goon
- 2015 – Twenty / as Chi-Ho
- 2014 – The Con Artists / as Ji-Hyeok (safe-cracker)
- 2013 – Friend, The Great Legacy / as Choi Sung-Hoon
- 2012 – Runway Cop / as model Woo-Bin
K-drama series
- 2022 – Black Knight | Netflix / as Knight 5-8
- 2022 – Our Blues | tvN / as Park Jeong-Jun
- 2016 – Uncontrollably Fond | KBS2 / as Shin Joon-Young
- 2013 – The Heirs | SBS / as Choi Young-Do
- 2012-2013 – School 2013 | KBS2 / as Park Heung-Soo (student)
- 2012 – Gentleman’s Dignity | SBS / as Kim Dong-Hyub
- 2012 – To The Beautiful You | SBS / as John Kim (ep.9 & 10)
- 2011-2012 – Vampire Idol | MBN / as Woo-Bin
- 2011 – Cupid Factory / as Roy
- 2011 – Drama Special Series: White Christmas | KBS2 / as Kang Mi-Reu
Web Series
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Black Knight | 5–8, a legendary courier | Netflix |
| 2014 | Love Cells | Love cell hunter |
Soundtrack appearances
| Year | Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | “Do You Know” | Uncontrollably Fond OST |
| 2016 | “Picture In My Head” | Uncontrollably Fond OST |
Music videos
| Year | Title | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Don’t Mess With Me | 2EYES |
| 2009 | Kiss | Dara |
Hosting and documentary
| Year | Title | Naetwork |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Humanimal | |
| 2014 | M! Countdown | CJ E&M Center Studio |
Awards and Nominations
| Year | Award ceremony | Category | Work | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Korean Advertisers Association Awards | Best Model | Kim Woo-bin | Won |
| 2016 | InStyle Star Icon | Best Actor (Film) | The Con Artists, Twenty | Nominated |
| 2016 | InStyle Star Icon | Most Stylish Male Actor | Kim Woo-bin | Nominated |
| 2016 | KBS Drama Awards | Excellence Award, Actor in a Mid-length Drama | Uncontrollably Fond | Nominated |
| 2016 | KBS Drama Awards | Netizen Award, Actor | Uncontrollably Fond | Nominated |
| 2016 | KBS Drama Awards | Best Couple Award | Kim Woo-bin with Bae Suzy (Uncontrollably Fond) | Nominated |
| 2016 | Fashionista Awards | Best Dresser (Male) | Kim Woo-bin | Nominated |
| 2016 | APAN Star Awards | Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries | Uncontrollably Fond | Nominated |
| 2015 | Buil Film Awards | Best New Actor | Twenty | Nominated |
| 2015 | Korea Best Dresser Swan Awards | Best Dresser Award | Kim Woo-bin | Won |
| 2015 | Fashionista Awards | Best Fashionista (Male Category) | Kim Woo-bin | Nominated |
| 2015 | Max Movie Awards | Best Actor | The Con Artists | Nominated |
| 2015 | Korean Film Actors’ Guild Awards | Popularity Award | Twenty | Won |
| 2014 | APAN Star Awards | Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries | The Heirs | Nominated |
| 2014 | Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival | Fantasia Award | Kim Woo-bin | Won |
| 2014 | Seoul International Drama Awards | People’s Choice Actor | The Heirs | Nominated |
| 2014 | Korea Drama Awards | Excellence Award, Actor | The Heirs | Nominated |
| 2014 | Style Icon Awards | Top 10 Style Icons | Kim Woo-bin | Nominated |
| 2014 | Max Movie Awards | Best New Actor | Friend: The Great Legacy | Nominated |
| 2014 | Grand Bell Awards | Popularity Award | Friend: The Great Legacy | Won |
| 2014 | Blue Dragon Film Awards | Best New Actor | Friend: The Great Legacy | Nominated |
| 2014 | Blue Dragon Film Awards | Popular Star Award | Friend: The Great Legacy | Won |
| 2014 | Baeksang Arts Awards | Best New Actor (film) | Friend: The Great Legacy | Nominated |
| 2014 | Asia Rainbow TV Awards | Best Supporting Actor | The Heirs | Nominated |
| 2014 | Asia Model Festival Awards | Asia Star Award | Kim Woo-bin | Won |
| 2013 | APAN Star Awards | Best New Actor | School 2013 | Won |
| 2013 | Baeksang Arts Awards | Best New Actor TV) | School 2013 | Nominated |
| 2013 | Asia Model Festival Awards | New Star Award | Kim Woo-bin | Won |
| 2013 | Korea Drama Awards | Best New Actor | School 2013 | Nominated |
| 2013 | China TV Drama Awards | Popular Foreign Actor | The Heirs | Won |
| 2013 | SBS Drama Awards | Top 10 Stars | The Heirs | Won |
| 2013 | Mnet 20’s Choice Awards | 20’s Booming Star (Male) | School 2013 | Nominated |
Net Worth
Kim Woo-bin has a net worth that is estimated to be $10 million.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kim Woo-bin married?
Kim Woo-bin is not yet married but he is in relationship with actress Shin Min-a since May 2015.
Is Kim Woo-bin in a relationship?
Yes, Kim Woo-bin is in a relationship with Shin Min-a since May 2015.
What is Kim Woo-bin illness?
Kim Woo-bin is diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer.
