Lee Re is a South Korean actress who first captured national and international attention as a child performer and has since grown into a versatile young adult star. Best known for her emotionally powerful breakthrough role in the 2013 film Hope and later appearances in hits like Peninsula, Hellbound, Castaway Diva, and the 2025 drama Shin’s Project, she stands out for her natural depth and range. At just 20 years old in 2026, she continues to transition successfully from child star to leading actress while studying theater and film.
Lee Re was born on March 12, 2006, in Gwangsan District, Gwangju, South Korea. As , she is 20 years old. Her nationality is South Korean, and her zodiac sign is Pisces. She has an older brother and an older sister.
Personal Details
| Full Name | Lee Re (이레) |
| Profession | Actress |
| Date of Birth | 12 March 2006 |
| Age | 20 |
| Birthplace | Gwangsan District, Gwangju, South Korea |
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Religion | Protestant (Presbyterianism) |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Friends | Hwang Sun-hee (황선희) |
| Current Residence | South Korea (Seoul area) |
| Qualification | Chung-Ang University (Theater and Film, attending) |
Career
Lee Re began as a child model before making her acting debut in the 2012 television series Goodbye Dear Wife (also known as Goodbye Wife). Her first major film role came the following year in director Lee Joon-ik’s Hope (2013), where she played the title character, a young girl recovering from trauma. The performance earned widespread praise and the Best Supporting Actress award at the 4th Beijing International Film Festival.
She followed with notable turns in How to Steal a Dog (2014), which brought her the Best New Actress honor at the Marie Claire Film Festival, and continued building her résumé with dramas such as Six Flying Dragons (young Boon-yi) and Witch at Court (2017, Best Young Actress at the KBS Drama Awards). In 2020 she appeared in the zombie action film Peninsula (a standalone sequel to Train to Busan), winning Best Supporting Actress at the Buil Film Awards. Other credits include voice work for the Korean dub of Your Name, Hello, Me! (another KBS Best Young Actress win), Hellbound (and its second season), Castaway Diva (teen Seo Mok-ha), and the 2025 tvN series Shin’s Project, in which she took on one of her first major adult leading roles opposite Han Suk-kyu.
In July 2023 she signed with Noon Company. She remains active in both film and television, with projects including It’s Okay! and upcoming titles such as Strange Snack Shop Jeoncheondang.
Lee Re Boyfriends
Lee Re keeps her private life relatively low-profile. Her parents’ names have not been publicly disclosed. She has an older brother and an older sister and has spoken warmly about family support. As of the latest available information in 2026, she is single with no publicly confirmed boyfriend, spouse, or children.
Physical Appearance
| Height | Approx. 160–162 cm (5’3″–5’4″) |
| Weight | |
| Eye Color | Dark brown / black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Body Type | Slim |
Drama List
Films
- Hope (2013) – Im So-won
- How to Steal a Dog (2014) – Ji-so
- A Melody to Remember (2016) – Soon-ee / Soon-yi
- Your Name (2017) – Yotsuha Miyamizu (Korean voice dub)
- Seven Years of Night (2018) – Oh Se-ryung / Yoo Se-ryung
- Innocent Witness (2019) – Kyung-hee (special appearance)
- Miss & Mrs. Cops (2019) – Young Ji-hye
- Peninsula (2020) – Joon-i
- It’s Okay! (2023/2025) – In-yeong / Oh In-young
- Devils Stay (2024) – Cha So-mi
- Strange Snack Shop Jeoncheondang (2026) – Yo-mi
Television & Web Series
- Goodbye Dear Wife (2012) – Min-seo
- The Chaser (2012) – Yoon Chang-min’s daughter
- Here Comes Mr. Oh (2012–2013) – Byul
- Super Daddy Yeol (2015) – Cha Sa-rang
- Six Flying Dragons (2015) – Young Boon-yi
- Come Back Mister (2016) – Kim Han-na
- Witch at Court (2017) – Child Ma Yi-deum
- Radio Romance (2018) – Young Song Geu-rim
- Memories of the Alhambra (2018) – Jung Min-joo
- Start-Up (2020) – Young Won In-jae / Seo In-jae
- Hello, Me! (2021) – Young Ban Ha-ni
- Hometown (2021) – Jo Jae-young
- Move to Heaven (2021) – Butterfly girl (cameo)
- Hellbound (2021) & Hellbound Season 2 (2024) – Jin Hee-jung
- O’PENing: Stock of High School (2022) – Ahn Hyung-in
- Castaway Diva (2023) – Young Seo Mok-ha
- Shin’s Project (2025) – Lee Si-on
- The Mysterious Candy Store / related (TBA) – Yomi
Lee Re Net Worth
Lee Re’s exact net worth is $1 million USD. Primary income sources include acting fees for films and series, possible brand collaborations, and related entertainment activities. As a still-young rising star, her earnings are expected to grow with more leading roles.
Social Media Presence
- Instagram: @leere0312 (official account; follower counts fluctuate but have been in the hundreds of thousands range in past reports)
FAQs
What is Lee Re’s age ?
She turned 20 in March 2026 (born March 12, 2006).
What is Lee Re best known for?
Her role as the young victim in the film Hope (2013) and later performances in Peninsula, Hellbound, Castaway Diva, and Shin’s Project.
Is Lee Re in a relationship?
No confirmed public relationship or boyfriend has been reported; she is generally described as single and focused on her career and studies.
What agency is Lee Re under?
Noon Company (signed in 2023).