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Yoo Ji Tae
유지태
Profile
- Birth name
- Yoo Ji Tae
- Birth name (native)
- 유지태
- Birthday
- April 13, 1976
- Place of birth
- Seoul, South Korea
- Age
- 50
- Zodiac
- Aries
- Nationality
- South Korean
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About
Short bio
Discover Yoo Ji Tae (유지태), the acclaimed South Korean actor, director, and screenwriter known for Oldboy, Money Heist: Korea, Ditto, and Attack the Gas Station. Learn about his career, family, marriage to Kim Hyo Jin, and fascinating facts.
Background
Yoo Ji Tae is one of South Korea's most respected actors, known for successfully balancing commercial success with critically acclaimed projects. Before entering the entertainment industry, he worked as a fashion model, where his striking height and charismatic presence helped him stand out.
He transitioned into acting in the late 1990s and quickly gained recognition through hit films such as Attack the Gas Station and Ditto. His career reached international audiences when he portrayed the unforgettable villain Lee Woo Jin in Oldboy, director Park Chan-wook's award-winning psychological thriller.
Beyond acting, Yoo Ji Tae has established himself as a filmmaker, directing several short films and independent projects while also working as a screenwriter. His reputation for choosing meaningful, challenging roles has made him one of Korea's most respected veteran performers.
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FAQ
- How old is Yoo Ji Tae?
- Yoo Ji Tae is 50 years old.
- Where is Yoo Ji Tae from?
- Yoo Ji Tae is from South Korean.
Fun facts
- Yoo Ji Tae began his entertainment career as a professional fashion model before transitioning into acting. Source: Korean Entertainment Profiles
- He became widely known through the successful films Attack the Gas Station (1999) and Ditto (2000). Source: Filmography Records
- His portrayal of Lee Woo Jin in Oldboy introduced him to international audiences and remains one of his most iconic performances. Source: Oldboy
- Yoo Ji Tae is not only an actor but also a film director and screenwriter. Source: BH Entertainment
- He has directed multiple independent and short films throughout his career. Source: Korean Film Industry Records
- Before becoming an actor, he studied physical education and was interested in athletics. Source: Korean Entertainment Profiles
- Yoo Ji Tae stands over 188 cm (6'2"), making him one of South Korea's tallest leading actors. Source: BH Entertainment
- He first met actress Kim Hyo Jin in 2003 while both were working as models for a clothing brand. Source: Korean Media Reports
- Their friendship developed into a romantic relationship in 2006 before they married in 2011. Source: Korean Media Reports
- Yoo Ji Tae and Kim Hyo Jin are considered one of South Korea's most admired celebrity couples. Source: Korean Entertainment Media
- The couple announced their engagement in August 2011 and married on December 2, 2011, at The Shilla Hotel in Seoul. Source: Korean Media Reports
- Their first son, Yoo Soo In, was born on July 5, 2014. Source: Korean Media Reports
- Yoo Ji Tae and Kim Hyo Jin were appointed honorary ambassadors for World Vision in 2011. Source: World Vision Korea
- The couple is widely recognized for their long-standing commitment to humanitarian and charitable causes. Source: World Vision Korea
- He frequently chooses complex and emotionally challenging roles rather than relying solely on commercial projects. Source: Korean Film Critics
- Yoo Ji Tae gained a new generation of fans through his role in Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area. Source: Netflix Korea
- Many critics regard him as one of South Korea's most versatile actors due to his success across film, television, directing, and screenwriting. Source: Korean Entertainment Media
- International audiences often recognize him best as the antagonist Lee Woo Jin in Park Chan Wook's acclaimed film Oldboy. Source: Oldboy
- His career spans acting, directing, screenwriting, producing, and philanthropy, making him one of the most multifaceted figures in Korean entertainment. Source: BH Entertainment
