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Lee Yi-dam

In this Korean name, the family name is Baek. In the stage name or pen-name, the surname is Lee.

Baek Hye-won (Korean: 백혜원; born 20 May 1996), better known by the stage name Lee Yi-dam (이이담), is a South Korean model and actress. She made her debut in Hur Jin-ho's short film Two Lights: Relumino [ko] in 2017. She is best known for starring in Netflix original series Black Knight (2023) and Daily Dose of Sunshine (2023).

Lee Yi-dam
이이담
Born
Baek Hye-won

(1996-05-20) 20 May 1996 (age 28)
South Korea
Other namesLee E-dam
Occupations
  • Model
  • actress
Years active2017–present
AgentGhost Studio
Korean name
Hangul
이이담
Revised RomanizationI Yi-dam
McCune–ReischauerI Yi-dam
Birth name
Hangul
백혜원
Revised RomanizationBaek Hye-won
McCune–ReischauerBaek Hye-won
Websitewww.ghoststudio.net/ko/artists

Early life

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Lee discovered her passion for acting while watching the female lead in the drama "Palace." She joined a theater club at Seomun Girls' High School [ko] and enjoyed acting in various assignments and on-site filming projects.[1][2]

Career

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After graduating high school, Lee pursued acting by auditioning for small roles. In 2017, despite initially failing an audition, she eventually starred in director Hur Jin-ho's short film Two Lights: Relumino after a recommendation from someone she met during the audition process.[1]

In 2019, Lee landed a lead role in Won Ji-ho's short film The Tale of Mari and Yimae, which was selected for the Best Student Fantasy Short Film category at the IndieX Film Festival in Los Angeles, USA in May 2020. In 2021, the film was selected as a finalist for the Korean Short Film Competition at the 25th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival. In the film, Lee played Mari, a character who experiences oppression from her father. Lee's performance in this role demonstrated her exceptional ability to convey a wide range of emotions, showcasing her talent as an actress and earning her critical acclaim.[3][4][5]

Choi Myung-gyu noticed Lee after seeing her on the independent film poster and subsequently signed her to an exclusive contract with his agency, Studio Santa Claus Entertainment.[6] In February 2021, she was promoted as a rookie actress under the agency.[7]

In March 2021, Lee was cast in her first lead role in the drama Artificial City directed by Jeon Chang-geun.[8] In June of that same year Lee was confirmed as cast of Season 4 of Crime Drama Voice.[9] The fourth season was premiered on June 18, 2021, and it aired on every Friday and Saturday until July 31, 2021. This marked Lee's television debut. She was praised for her acting performance in the series.[10][11]

In December 2021, Lee appeared in Artificial City, a mystery psychological thriller set in the art museum of the Sungjin Group, a prominent player in the Korean political and financial world.[12][13] The series also stars Soo Ae, Kim Mi-sook, Kim Kang-woo and Lee Hak-joo.[14] The drama premiered on JTBC on December 8, 2021, and aired every Wednesday and Thursday.[15] Lee received positive feedback for her performance in the series, showcasing her ability to portray the character's complex emotions with a mature and captivating acting style.[16][17]

Following a reorganization at Studio Santa Claus Entertainment,[18] Lee transferred to Ghost Studio [ko], an artist agency established by Choi Myung-gyu in 2022.[19][20]

Lee rose to fame with her role as "4-1" in the Netflix original series Black Knight (2023), where she showcased her talent in action sequences involving hand-to-hand combat, firearms, and wire work. Her portrayal of a delivery driver fighting for social equality stood out for her agile and determined movements. She also brought a unique presence to her role as the loyal right-hand woman to '5-8', the leader of the Black Knights, and as a mentor to the refugee character April.[21]

In 2023, Lee appeared in the Netflix original series Daily Dose of Sunshine, starring Park Bo-young, Yeon Woo-jin, Jang Dong-yoon and Lee Jung-eun. Directed by Lee Jae-kyoo, the series is based on the Kakao webtoon of the same Korean title by Lee Ra-ha, a former nurse.[22][23] It was released on Netflix on November 3, 2023.[24][25] Lee played the supporting role of Min Deul-re, a nurse in the Department of Psychiatry at Myungshin University Hospital. She was praised for her acting.[26][27] Her performance in the series earned her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 60th Baeksang Arts Awards.[28]

In June 2024, it was reported that Lee has landed the lead role in the new Netflix series Can This Love Be Translated? Lee plays the role of the talented producer Shin Ji-seon. The series is a romantic comedy that follows the story of multilingual interpreter Ju Ho-Jin (Kim Seon-ho) who becomes the interpreter for global top star Cha Mu-hee (Go Youn-jung). It is written by Hong sisters and directed by Yoo Young-eun.[29]

Endorsement

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In 2023, Lee was paired with Actor Lee Soo-hyuk as the main model and muse of genderless clothing brand Comgen.[30] In May 2024, She was chosen as muse for body care brand De-mi-flor.[31][32]

Personal life

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Lee has cinephilia. Her hobby is to watch films at late-night movie theaters and drive alone.[33][34]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2017 Two Lights: Relumino [ko] stern Short Film · Supporting Role [35][36]
2019 The Tale of Mari and Yimae Mari Short film [3]
2020 Beasts Clawing at Straws Daughter Feature Film · Bit part [2]

Television

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2021 Voice 4 Lisa Jo (Jo Seung-ah) Supporting actor [37]
2021–2022 Artificial City Kim Yi-seol Main actor [38][39]
2024 Wongyeong Chae-ryeong Main actor [40]

Web series

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2023 Black Knight 4–1 Supporting roles for Netflix original series [41]
Daily Dose of Sunshine Min Deul-re Supporting roles for Netflix original series [42]
2025 Can This Love Be Translated? Shin Ji-seon Lead roles Netflix original series [43]

Accolades

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Awards and nominations

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Awards and nominations received by Lee
Award ceremony Year Category Nominee Result Ref.
Baeksang Arts Awards 2024 Best New Actress Daily Dose of Sunshine Nominated [28]

Listicle

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Publisher Year Listicle Placement Ref.
Cine21 2023 Rising star actress Included [2]

References

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