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Yeun Sang-yeop (Korean: 연상엽; born December 21, 1983), known professionally as Steven Yeun (/ j ʌ n /), is an American actor. Yeun initially rose to prominence for playing Glenn Rhee in the television series The Walking Dead (2010–2016). He earned critical acclaim for starring in the thriller Burning (2018) and drama Minari (2020).
IMDb profile of Steven Yeun, an actor, producer and soundtrack artist born in Seoul, South Korea. See his credits, awards, trivia, photos, videos and more on IMDb.
- January 1, 1
- 1.71 m
- Seoul, South Korea
- His name came from a doctor his parents met. Yeun was born Sang-yeop Yeun on December 21, 1983, in Seoul, South Korea. He wasn’t known as Steven until after he and his family moved to the United States.
- He’s a big sports fan. While growing up, Yeun lived in the Detroit suburbs of Taylor and Troy. Naturally, he became a fan of local pro sports teams like the NHL’s Detroit Red Wings and the NBA’s Detroit Pistons.
- He has a degree in psychology. Yeun attended Kalamazoo College in Michigan, graduating in 2005 with a degree in psychology. When he wasn’t studying, Yeun performed for the school’s improv group and also participated in theater productions, setting him on a path toward his film and TV career.
- He met his wife, Joana Pak, met through a mutual friend. Yeun and his wife, photographer Joana Pak, met in Chicago in 2008 through a mutual friend. According to Martha Stewart Weddings, their romance didn’t begin until 2009.
Learn about the life and career of Steven Yeun, an actor born in Seoul, South Korea, who immigrated to the U.S. and starred in The Walking Dead, Minari, and more. Find out his family, education, awards, trivia, and quotes on IMDb.
- December 21, 1983
Feb 3, 2021 · The Many Lives of Steven Yeun - The New York Times. Feature. The Many Lives of Steven Yeun. What’s a typical immigrant story? In his new film, “Minari,” the “Walking Dead” star has his own to...
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Mar 11, 2024 · Steven Yeun (born December 21, 1983, Seoul, South Korea) is an actor whose empathetic slow-burn performances often explore deep feelings of shame, rage, and masculine pride. He rose to fame playing zombie apocalypse survivor Glenn Rhee in the popular horror television series The Walking Dead (2010–22).
Jan 28, 2021 · The actor who played Glenn Rhee in the horror drama talks about his character's evolution, his departure from the show and his future projects. He reveals that he was happy to serve as the moral compass for the show, but also felt he needed to expand his range as an actor.