Yu Oh-seong, born on September 11, 1966, is a South Korean actor best known for his powerful performances in iconic Korean films such as Friend and Champion.
With a career spanning over three decades, he is widely recognized for portraying intense and charismatic characters in both film and television.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Yu Oh-seong
- Stage Name: Yu Oh-seong
- Born: September 11, 1966
- Age: 60 years old
- Birthplace: Ulsan, South Korea
- Nationality: South Korean
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
- Parents: Kim Ok-sun, Yoo Yeong-ho
- Siblings: Yu Sang-bum
- Spouse: Myeong Seung-hee
- Children: Yu Geun-tak, Yu Min-seok
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $4 million
Early Life And Education
Yu Oh-seong was born on September 11, 1966, in Ulsan, South Korea. He is 60 years old.
Raised by his parents, Kim Ok-sun and Yoo Yeong-ho, alongside his sibling whose name is Yu Sang-bum.
He is of Korean ethnicity and follows Buddhism.
He graduated from Seoul Institute of the Arts, where he majored in Theater.
This formal training laid a strong foundation for his disciplined approach to acting, which later became his trademark in Korean cinema.
Career
Yu Oh-seong began his acting career in the early 1990s, appearing in supporting roles in dramas and films.
His breakout role came in 2001 when he starred in Friend as Joon-seok, a gangster whose emotional depth and commanding screen presence won him both critical and commercial success.
The film was one of Korea’s biggest box office hits at the time and remains a classic.
He continued his momentum with lead roles in movies such as Champion (2002), where he played a boxer, and Holiday (2006), a political action film.
Yu became known for portraying intense, tough, and emotionally complex male leads.
In television, he appeared in notable dramas like Swallow the Sun, Faith, Kim Su-ro, and The Great Seducer.
Though primarily a film actor, he’s respected for his versatility across genres.
Yu Oh-seong is known for his method acting style and dedication to each role.
Even when his projects aren’t commercial hits, his performances consistently receive praise.
Awards and Nominations
- Best Actor – Blue Dragon Film Awards (Friend)
- Popular Star Award – Grand Bell Awards
- Excellence Award – SBS Drama Awards
- Nominated for Best Actor – Baeksang Arts Awards
Personal Life
South Korean actor Yu Oh-seong is married to his long time partner Myeong Seung-hee, the couple tied the knot in 1999 and they share two children together, Yu Geun-tak and Yu Min-seok.
Regarding his height, Yu Oh-seong stands at 5 feet 9 inches tall which is approximately (175 cm).
No other information about his previous romantic relationships before his marriage to Myeong Seung-hee.
Filmography
Notable Films:
- Friend (2001)
- Champion (2002)
- Holiday (2006)
- Thomas An Jung-geun (2004)
- Friend: The Great Legacy (2013)
- Revenger (2018)
Notable Dramas:
- Swallow the Sun
- Faith
- Kim Su-ro, The Iron King
- The Great Seducer
- Cheo Yong
Net Worth
Yu Oh-seong has an estimated net worth of $4 million.
His earnings come primarily from film roles, television appearances, and endorsement deals earlier in his career.