Happy birthday! Lee Jung-jae turns 53 today

Lee Jung-jae is celebrating his 53rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 53rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Jung-jae, a cultural icon

Born in Seoul on December 15, 1972, Lee Jung-jae's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Korean history. Jung-jae's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Lee hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Lee Jung-jae as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 53.

Happy Birthday, Lee, you're the best!

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