ActorKeyEast Entertainment
Lee Ki-taek
Lee Ki-taek (이기택) is a South Korean actor and model represented by KeyEast Entertainment. Born October 26, 1994, in Seoul, he debuted in 2019 and has built a steady career through memorable supporting roles in prestige Korean dramas. Standing 183cm tall, his athletic build and natural charisma have earned him both modeling campaigns and lead roles.
His breakthrough came with The Devil Judge (2021), where he played the mysterious character K, followed by the role of Tae-seon in the period drama Moonshine (2021). He continued building momentum with Three Bold Siblings (2022) as Won Ji-hoon, and appeared in Namib (2024) opposite Go Hyun-jung. His drama My Happy Ending (2023) showcased his range in an emotional melodrama.
In 2026, Lee stars in JTBC romantic comedy The Practical Guide to Love alongside Han Ji-min and Park Sung-hoon, playing Shin Ji-soo. His versatile presence and natural charisma have established him as a rising talent in the Korean drama landscape. Before acting, he worked as a model and appeared in various brand campaigns.
1 articles7 creditsSouth Korean
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Other Credits
2026
The Practical Guide to Lovedrama
Shin Ji-soo
2024
Namibdrama
Chris
2023
My Happy Endingdrama
Yoon Te-oh / Theo Harris
2022
Three Bold Siblingsdrama
Won Ji-hoon
2021
Moonshinedrama
Tae-seon
2021
The Devil Judgedrama
K
2020
XXdrama
Supporting
Fans Also Ask
What is Lee Ki-taek known for?
Lee Ki-taek is best known for his role as K in the 2021 thriller The Devil Judge alongside Ji Sung and Kim Min-jung. His striking screen presence in that series turned him from a rising model into a recognized dramatic actor, and subsequent roles in Moonshine, Three Bold Siblings, and My Happy Ending built on that foundation.
What agency is Lee Ki-taek with?
Lee Ki-taek is represented by KeyEast Entertainment, one of South Korea's major talent agencies. He has also worked as a fashion model with YG KPLUS, giving him a dual profile in both acting and high-end modeling circles.
What is Lee Ki-taek's most recent drama?
Lee Ki-taek is currently starring in the JTBC romantic comedy The Practical Guide to Love (2026), where he plays Shin Ji-soo opposite Han Ji-min and Park Sung-hoon. The drama began airing on February 28, 2026.
Is Lee Ki-taek also a model?
Yes. Lee Ki-taek works as a fashion model alongside his acting career, represented by YG KPLUS. Standing 183 cm, he has appeared in campaigns for Korean fashion and lifestyle brands, often leveraging the crossover appeal between Korean drama fandom and editorial fashion.
