Hyun Bin
Hyun Bin – Life, Career, and Legacy
Hyun Bin (born September 25, 1982) is a South Korean actor known for My Lovely Sam Soon, Secret Garden, Crash Landing on You, and more. Learn about his life, major roles, awards, and impact.
Introduction
Hyun Bin (stage name; Korean: 현빈) was born Kim Tae-pyung on September 25, 1982, in Seoul, South Korea.
Early Life & Education
Hyun Bin was raised in Seoul and has an older brother. Youngdong High School and later entered Chung-Ang University, majoring in Theater and Film.
Career & Breakthroughs
Debut and early roles
Hyun Bin made his acting debut in 2003 in the TV series Bodyguard. Nonstop 4 and the drama Ireland. Spin Kick.
Rise to fame
His breakthrough came with the hugely popular 2005 romantic comedy drama My Lovely Sam Soon, which earned high viewership and made him a familiar name in Korea and across Asia.
He later headlined other hit dramas such as Secret Garden (2010–2011) — which was widely popular and contributed to his stardom.
Film & later roles
Hyun Bin expanded into film, starring in The Fatal Encounter (2014) and Confidential Assignment (2017) among others. The Swindlers (2017) and The Negotiation (2018).
On television, his roles in Memories of the Alhambra (2018–2019) and Crash Landing on You (2019–2020) further cemented his popularity both in Korea and abroad.
Personal Life & Relationships
In January 2021, it was confirmed that Hyun Bin was in a relationship with actress Son Ye-jin.
Awards & Recognition
Over his career, Hyun Bin has been nominated for multiple awards, including several Baeksang Arts Awards. Grand Prize (Daesang) for television at the 47th Baeksang Arts Awards.
Legacy & Impact
Hyun Bin is often cited as one of the leading figures of the Korean Wave (Hallyu).
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