Get to know the “Beast-like Idol,” Lee Jun Ho!
One of the precious gems in the industry, Lee Jun Ho, is a multi-talented artist who can surely captivate you in an instant. With his charm, it’s impossible not to fall in love with him.
Popularly known for his critically acclaimed historical series, The Red Sleeve, he pulled off his role as the crown prince Yi San and showed off his versatility in acting. Many hearts were captured and got immersed in his character in the drama, and until now, he has continuously shown the new sides of himself in various dramas and expressed himself through music.
Let’s get to know him more!
He is an Aquarius
He was born on January 25, 1990, in Seoul, South Korea.
A 2nd Gen Idol
He is one of the members of the South Korean boy group 2PM, who debuted in 2008 with a beast-like image under the label of JYP Entertainment. Jun Ho holds the position of being the main vocalist and lead dancer of the group. Last year, they made a comeback with their 7th studio album, Must. It is their first comeback since all the members completed their mandatory military service.
Has an Older Sister
Jun Ho has a sister who is four years older than him. His sister has a son named Woo Jin, and he is precious to Jun Ho.
He Got Independent Early
He started living in a dorm as a trainee when he was 17, so he got independent early.
Superstar Survival
Lee Jun Ho won in a 2006 competition show called Superstar Survival and signed a contract with JYP Entertainment after winning first place among 6,000 competitors. His other 2PM members, Chansung and Taecyeon, were there as well.
A Cat Lover
He has four adorable cats, namely, Johnny, Weol, Cookie, and Bok.
Here’s a short touching story about his cat named Bok: Jun Ho met Bok in front of his house. Bok couldn’t open its eyes because it was bleeding, so he took Bok to the hospital to save its life. When Bok is slowly recovering in the hospital, he brought the clothes that he wore on the first day they met and sprayed his cologne to give it to Bok with some toys every week. Aw! Jun Ho is so sweet.
Left-Handed
He is left-handed.
Fun Fact: Jun Ho practiced a lot in using chopsticks with his right hand for his recently ended historical drama, The Red Sleeve.
Can pass Rain’s Twin brother
He has a great resemblance with the singer and actor Rain.
He is close with GOT7’s Jinyoung
Jun Ho said in I Live Alone that GOT7’s Jinyoung is his junior singer whom he adores. He said that Jinyoung has been really good to him, and he is grateful to him. Moreover, they have so much in common, and they counsel each other on their concerns as well.
Solo Debut
Lee Jun Ho debuted as a soloist in 2013 in Japan with his album Kimi no Koe. He has released a total of 7 mini-albums in Japanese. In 2015, he had his Korean solo debut with his special compilation album called One, followed by his second special compilation album called Two. His first mini-album in Korean was released in 2017, and it is called Canvas with 7 tracks.
An idol-turned-actor
Lee Jun Ho officially debuted as an actor in the film Cold Eyes in 2013. Prior to that, he had his special appearance in the 2011 South Korean horror film White: The Melody of the Curse.
Here is the list of films and dramas he starred in:
Films:
- White: Melody of the Curse (cameo)
- Cold Eyes
- The Terror Live (narration)
- Memories of the Sword
- Twenty
- Rose and Tulip
- Homme Fatale
Dramas:
- Memory
- Uncontrollably Fond (cameo)
- Good Manager
- Rain or Shine
- Wok of Love
- Confession
- The Red Sleeve
- King the Land
- Typhoon Family
Mandatory Service
Lee Jun Ho enlisted in the military as a public service worker on May 30, 2019, and was discharged on May 20, 2021.
“The Red Sleeve” is his first role after his military discharge
His 2021 drama, The Red Sleeve, was his first drama after he completed his duty in the military, which premiered last November 12, 2021.
His Agency
On August 18, it was announced that he parted ways with JYP Entertainment after being with them for 17 years and that Lee Jun Ho founded an entertainment company called O3 Collective. According to the agency, its name reflects its philosophy, a creative group with three elements: an artist’s identity (One), originality in content (Original), and management’s orbit (Orbit). The agency is co-founded by Yang Hye Young.
Instagram and Twitter
He has his official Instagram and Twitter accounts. Follow him, bes!
A Vlogger
If you want to stay updated with Lee Jun Ho, subscribe to his YouTube channel. He uploaded some of the behind-the-scenes of his drama, The Red Sleeve, as well.
Let’s keep on supporting Lee Jun Ho as an actor and as a singer, also. He is such a talented person who is worth stanning for.
Writer’s Note: This article is updated as of November 14, 2025
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