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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Lee Seung Gi (이승기) |
| Born | January 13, 1987 |
| Origin | Seoul, South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop |
| Occupations | Singer, Actor, MC |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Labels | Hook Entertainment |
| Website | Official Site |
Lee Seung Gi (Korean: 이승기, Hanja: 李昇基, born January 13, 1987) is a South Korean singer, actor and MC.
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Scouted by singer Lee Sun Hee, Lee Seung Gi trained for 2 years before debuting on June 5, 2004 at the age of 17. Because You're My Girl, his debut song from his first album The Dream Of A Moth, was a very popular ballad and created a "liking older women" syndrome in South Korea. With this song, he won the "Best Newcomer" award in various music awards ceremonies in 2004 (such as M.net KM Music Festival, SBS Music Awards and MBC Best 10 Singers Music Festival). In 2007, he also won the "Best Male Solo Artist" award[1] in the M.net KM Music Festival with his song White Lie from his third album Story Of Separation.
Lee Seung Gi released a digital single Will You Marry Me in 2009, which became a big hit in South Korea although there was no official promotion. With this single, he received the "Digital Single Bonsang" award[2] in the 24th Golden Disk Awards. In 2010, he recorded a duet version of his 2007 song Smile Boy with South Korean figure skater Kim Yuna, and the song was the official 2010 FIFA World Cup commercial song in South Korea.[3][4] He also received the "Digital Single Bonsang" award[5] for the second consecutive time in the 25th Golden Disk Awards with his song Love Taught Me To Drink, which was widely popular even though it was not promoted actively.
In 2005, Lee Seung Gi guest-starred in MBC's sitcom Nonstop 5. He then officially debuted as an actor in KBS's 2006 weekend drama The Infamous Chil Sisters. In 2008, he was offered the main character role in MBC's historical drama The Return of Iljimae, but was forced to turn down the offer due to his tight schedule. He was cast as the main male character of SBS's weekend drama Brilliant Legacy in 2009, starring with Korean actresses Han Hyo Joo and Moon Chae Won. The drama maintained its top spot in viewer ratings for ten consecutive weeks and ended on July 26, 2009 with its 28th episode attaining a high viewer rating of 47.1%.[6] The huge success boosted Lee Seung Gi's popularity as an actor in both South Korea and overseas. With this drama, he received the "Excellence in Acting (Special Production)" award, the "Top 10 Stars" award and the "Best Couple" award with Han Hyo Joo in the 2009 SBS Drama Awards.[7] His great performance in 2010 SBS's Wednesday-Thursday drama My Girlfriend is a Nine-Tailed Fox similarly earned him his second "Excellence in Acting (Drama Special)" award, "Top 10 Stars" award and "Best Couple" award with his co-star Shin Min Ah in the 2010 SBS Drama Awards.[8]
Lee Seung Gi is currently a permanent member of 1 Night 2 Days, a segment of KBS's Sunday variety show Happy Sunday. He debuted in the 15th episode on November 11, 2007. In 2008, he received the "Best Popularity" award[9] in the KBS Entertainment Awards for his high popularity in 1 Night 2 Days. Lee Seung Gi took up another MC role in SBS's variety talk show Strong Heart[10] in 2009, co-hosting with Kang Ho Dong, who is also the main MC of 1 Night 2 Days. Although it was a relatively new variety show on SBS, Strong Heart was recognised as the "Best Program"[11] at the 2009 SBS Entertainment Awards and Lee Seung Gi was also awarded the "Netizens' Popularity" award[12] after receiving the most number of votes in the online poll. Lee Seung Gi was recognised for his talent as an MC and received the "Top Excellence MC" award in both the 2010 KBS Entertainment Awards[13] and the 2010 SBS Entertainment Awards.[14]
Despite his busy schedule, Lee Seung Gi was able to graduate from Dongguk University within 4 years, obtaining his degree in International Trade and Commerce on February 20, 2009 and receiving a Special Achievement Award[15] from the university. He is currently continuing his studies in the Graduate School of Dongguk University.
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| 1 | 나방의 꿈
The Dream Of A Moth
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| 2 | Crazy For You
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| 3 | 이별 이야기
Story Of Separation
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| 3.5 | 아직 못 다한 이야기
Unfinished Story
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| 4 | Shadow
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| 4.5 | Shadow (Repackage)
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| 5 | Tonight
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| 1 | 남자가 여자를 사랑할 때
When A Man Loves A Woman
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| 2 | 남자가 여자를 사랑할 때 Vol.2
When A Man Loves A Woman Vol.2
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| Year | Network | Title | Character | Co-stars |
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| 2005 | MBC | 논스톱5 Nonstop 5 (sitcom) | Lee Seung Gi | Park Jin Woo, Han Hyo Joo, Koo Hye Sun, Tablo |
| 2006 | KBS | 소문난 칠공주 The Infamous Chil Sisters | Hwang Tae Ja | Lee Tae Ran, Choi Jung Won, Park Hae Jin |
| 2009 | SBS | 찬란한 유산 Brilliant Legacy | Sun-Woo Hwan | Han Hyo Joo, Moon Chae Won, Bae Soo Bin |
| 2010 | SBS | 내 여자친구는 구미호 My Girlfriend is a Nine-Tailed Fox | Cha Dae Woong | Shin Min Ah, No Min Woo, Park Soo Jin, Hyomin |
| 2011 | MBC | 최고의 사랑 The Greatest Love | Lee Seung Gi (Cameo) | Cha Seung Won, Gong Hyo Jin, Yoon Kye Sang, Yoo In Na |
| Year | Network | Title | Co-hosts |
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| 2007–present | KBS | 해피선데이 Happy Sunday – 1박 2일 1 Night 2 Days | Lee Su Geun, Eun Ji Won, Kim Jong Min, Uhm Tae Woong |
| 2009–present | SBS | 강심장 Strong Heart |
| Year | Awards | Works |
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| 2004 | M.net KM Music Festival / Best Newcomer | Song – Because You're My Girl |
| Seoul Music Awards / Best Newcomer | ||
| SBS Music Awards / Best Newcomer | ||
| MBC Best 10 Singers Music Festival / Best Newcomer | ||
| MBC Entertainment Awards / Special Singer Award | ||
| 2006 | M.net KM Music Festival / Excellence Award (Ballad) | Song – Words That Are Hard To Say |
| SBS Music Awards / Bonsang Award | ||
| Korea Best Dresser Awards / Singer Award | ||
| 2007 | M.net KM Music Festival / Best Male Solo Artist | Song – White Lie |
| 2008 | Korea Entertainment Arts Awards / Best Male Singer (Ballad) | |
| KBS Entertainment Awards / Popularity Award | Variety Show – 1 Night 2 Days | |
| 2009 | M.net 20's Choice Awards / Hot Male Drama Star | Drama – Brilliant Legacy |
| Korea Advertiser Awards / Model of the Year | ||
| Golden Disk Awards / Digital Single Bonsang Award | Song – Will You Marry Me | |
| SBS Entertainment Awards / Netizens' Popularity Award | Variety Show – Strong Heart | |
| SBS Drama Awards / Best Couple (with Han Hyo Joo) | Drama – Brilliant Legacy | |
| SBS Drama Awards / Excellence in Acting (Special Production) | ||
| SBS Drama Awards / Top 10 Stars Award | ||
| 2010 | SBS Review of Programs (Jul–Dec 2009) / MC Special Award | Variety Show – Strong Heart |
| PaekSang Arts Awards / Male Popularity Award (TV Division)[16] | Drama – Brilliant Legacy | |
| Seoul International Drama Awards / Netizens' Popularity Award (Korea)[17] | ||
| Korea Advertiser Awards / Model of the Year[18] | ||
| Golden Disk Awards / Digital Single Bonsang Award | Song – Love Taught Me To Drink | |
| MelOn Music Awards / Top 10 Artists Award[19] | Song – Losing My Mind | |
| MelOn Music Awards / Special OST Award[20] | ||
| KBS Entertainment Awards / Top Excellence MC Award (Show/Entertainment Division) | Variety Show – 1 Night 2 Days | |
| SBS Entertainment Awards / Netizens' Popularity Award | Variety Show – Strong Heart | |
| SBS Entertainment Awards / Top Excellence MC Award | ||
| SBS Drama Awards / Best Couple (with Shin Min Ah) | Drama – My Girlfriend is a Nine-Tailed Fox | |
| SBS Drama Awards / Top 10 Stars Award | ||
| SBS Drama Awards / Excellence in Acting (Drama Special) | ||
| 2011 | Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism / Hallyu Merit Award[21] | |
| Savings' Day / President Citation[22] | ||
| KBS Entertainment Awards / Grand Award (with 1 Night 2 Days team)[23] | Variety Show – 1 Night 2 Days | |
| SBS Entertainment Awards / Netizens' Popularity Award[24] | Variety Show – Strong Heart | |
| SBS Entertainment Awards / Top Excellence MC Award (Talk Show Division) |
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