Steven Yeun is a South Korean-American actor who has been active in the American film industry since 2005. During his freshman year of college, he became interested in acting and moved to Chicago in 2005. In 2009, he relocated to Los Angeles to pursue his acting career. This actor is best known for his role as Glenn Rhee in the horror television series “The Walking Dead.” He has also provided voices for various characters in animated films and television shows. Aside from acting, he has also endorsed multiple brands and commercials, such as Toyota, State Farm, and Best Buy. Despite his celebrity, Steven is a down-to-earth person in real life.
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Yeun Sang-Yeop |
| Profession | Actor |
| Birth Date | December 21 1983 |
| Birth Place | Seoul, South Korea |
| Parents Name | Je Yeun June Yeun |
| Siblings | One younger brother- Brian Yeun |
| Wife | Joana Pak (2006-Present) |
| Children | 2 |
| Net Worth | $5 million |
| Height | 5 feet and 9 inches (1.75m/175cms) |
| Weight | 67kgs (148lbs) |
Steven Yeun’s Age And Biography
Steven Yeun’s real name is Yeun Sang-yep, born on December 21, 1983, in Seoul, South Korea.
Je Yeun, a former architect and beauty store owner, and June Yeun are his parents. Furthermore, he grew up alongside his younger brother, Brian Yeun, who owns a restaurant in Troy, Michigan. He is also a Sagittarius with the sun sign of Sagittarius and is 40 years old.
Steven Yeun Height, Weight & Body Measurement
Steven Yeun is an American citizen. He is Asian and of Korean descent, according to his ethnicity. Furthermore, his religious beliefs are Christian. Aside from that, he stands 5 feet and 9 inches (1.75m/175cm) tall and weighs approximately 67kgs (148lbs). He has an athletic physique. Furthermore, he has a pair of dark brown eyes and black hair.
Steven Yeun Education
Regarding his education, Steven Yeun attended Troy High School in Troy, Michigan, and graduated in 2001. He then attended Kalamazoo College and majored in psychology. In addition, in 2005, he received his BA with a major in neuroscience.
Social Media
Steven Yeun has active social media accounts. His Instagram (@steveyeun) and Twitter (@steveyeun) accounts have 3.3 million and 1.4 million followers, respectively. Similarly, his Facebook page has over 1.8 million followers and likes.
Steven Yeun Dating, Relationship, And Affairs
On December 3, 2016, Steven Yeun married his long-term girlfriend, Joana Pak. This couple has two kids. Aside from that, he is an investor in his brother’s business, The Bun Shop.
Steven Yeun Career, Professional Life
In 2009, Steven Yeun debuted as Chip in the short film ‘The Kari Files.’ The same year, he appeared as Chaz in the movie ‘My Name Is Jerry.’ In 2010, he appeared in two short films, ‘Carpe Millennium’ and ‘Blowout Sale.’ Following that, he starred as Kenny in the 2014 film ‘I Origins.’ The following year, he played Steve in ‘Like a French Film.’ Furthermore, he had a voice role in three films in 2017: ‘Okja,’ ‘Mayhem,’ and ‘The Star.’ In 2018, he joined the casts of two films: ‘Sorry to Bother You’ and ‘Burning.’ He recently appeared in the drama film ‘Minari,’ which he also executive produced, in 2020.
Steven Yeun made his television debut in the 2010 sitcom ‘The Big Bang Theory,’ where he played Sebastian. In this series, he appeared alongside well-known actors such as Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, and others. The following year, he starred in the apocalyptic horror television series ‘The Walking Dead,’ playing the character Gleen Rhee. This series lasted until 2016 and earned him numerous nominations and awards. To name a few, it starred Andrew Lincoln, Laurie Holden, Tom Payne, Norman Reedus, Scott Wilson, Ross Marquand, Ryan Hurst, and others. Meanwhile, he appeared in episodes of shows such as ‘Law & Order: Los Angeles’ in 2011, ‘NTSF:SD:SUV::’ in 2012, ‘Filthy Preppy Teen$’ and ‘The Legend of Korra’ in 2013, ‘Drunk History,’ ‘American Dad,’ and ‘Comedy Bang! Bang!’ in 2014.
Steven Yeun Net Worth 2024
Steven Yeun is a versatile and talented actor with a net worth of $5 million as of January 2024. He is currently living a lavish lifestyle with his family.
Facts
- He is currently married.
- He has two children.
- Steven loves sushi.
