[2025 Latest] Is Lee Jung-jae married? Is his partner the daughter of a wealthy family? A complete summary of the possibility of his marriage to Lim Se-ryung!

Lee Jung-jae, who gained worldwide popularity through his role in "Squid Game," delves into his illustrious career and personal life, including his relationship with his rumored fiancé, the heiress of a wealthy family, Lim Se-ryung, his past relationships, and the truth behind his single status!

 

 

table of contents 1. Is Lee Jung-jae married? 2. What kind of person is Lim Se-ryung, the daughter of a wealthy family? 3. Lee Jung-jae's romantic history and views on marriage 4. Personal life after "Squid Game" 5. Lee Jung-jae's Profile 6. Q&A | Lee Jung-jae marriage rumors 7. Summary | A look into the private life of "Squid Game" actor Lee Jung-jae

 

1. Is Lee Jung-jae married?

 

Lee Jung-jae, who played the lead role in the globally smash-hit Netflix drama "Squid Game," has become one of Korea's most iconic actors. While rumors of his marriage are constantly circulating, he is not. He is currently single. However, it is no secret that he has been in a long-term relationship with his girlfriend, Lim Se-ryung, vice chairwoman of the South Korean conglomerate Daesang Group and a prominent figure in the business world. The two went public with their relationship in 2015 and have been together for nearly 10 years. They are known as one of the most open couples in the Korean entertainment industry, proudly posing together in public and attending film festivals and international award ceremonies together.

 

 

 

 

2. What kind of person is Lim Se-ryung, the daughter of a wealthy family?

 

Born in 1977, Lim Se-ryung serves as vice chairwoman of Daesang Group, a major Korean food company. She established herself as a business leader at a young age and has garnered attention in the Korean business world as a "female leader with both beauty and intelligence." She was previously married to Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong, but divorced in 2009. The couple have one son and one daughter. She met Lee Jung-jae through an acquaintance and reportedly hit it off over their shared interests in fashion and real estate. The couple have been spotted together on dates at movie theaters and restaurants, as well as on overseas trips. When Lee Jung-jae became the first Asian to win an Emmy Award for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series in 2022, Lim Se-ryung accompanied him, which also drew attention.

 

name	Lim Se-ryung (임세령)
year of birth	1977
Career	Vice Chairman of Daesang Group, wife of former Samsung Chairman
divorce	2009 (mother of two children)
encounter	They began dating through an acquaintance (officially confirmed in 2015)

 

 

 

 

3. Lee Jung-jae's romantic history and views on marriage

 

Lee Jung-jae has been the subject of several romantic reports, most notably his relationship with actress Kim Min-hee. Their relationship was revealed in 2003 when they were photographed on a trip to New York, and they continued their romantic relationship for three years. They were very open about their relationship, appearing together at events, but they broke up in 2007. After that, he focused on his work and re-established himself as an actor.

He himself has stated that he is not particularly concerned about marriage, saying, "I'm not in a rush to get married" and "the time has passed." In particular, in Korea, many couples among the wealthy and famous have "unregistered relationships" - common-law marriages - and Lee Jung-jae and Lim Se-ryung are thought to be examples of this. His honest personality and free-spirited outlook on life also suggest that he is the type of person who values ​​trust over formality.

 

 

 

 

4. Personal life after "Squid Game"

 

In 2021, Netflix's "Squid Game" became a worldwide hit, catapulting Lee Jung-jae to global stardom. Since launching his Instagram account, he has increasingly shared glimpses into his personal life, noting his "quietly enjoying work" approach rather than a flashy lifestyle. Even now, as he expands his overseas activities, his relationship with his girlfriend Lim Se-ryung remains unchanged, building a mature relationship where they respect and support each other's careers. Having previously struggled with business failure and debt, Lee Jung-jae remains humble even after his success, stating, "A person's value lies not in fame or money, but in honesty." His unwavering attitude, even amid his global success, is what endears him to so many fans.

 

 

 

 

5. Lee Jung-jae's Profile

 

Born December 15, 1972, in Seoul. He is 180cm tall, weighs 70kg, and has type B blood. After graduating from Dongguk University's Department of Theater, he made his acting debut in the 1993 drama "Dinosaur Teacher." He rose to stardom in the 1995 drama "Hourglass," and has since appeared in numerous hit films, including "New World," "The Face Reader," "Assassination," and "Along with the Gods." In 2021, he sparked a global boom with "Squid Game," winning an Emmy Award for Best Actor. He currently co-founds the entertainment agency "Artist Company" with actor Jung Woo-sung, where he continues to balance his acting career with his management career.

 

 

 

 

6. Q&A | Lee Jung-jae marriage rumors

Q1. Is Lee Jung-jae really married?
No, I am not married. I am currently single and have never filed a marriage registration.

 

 

Q2. Are you dating anyone?
Yes. I have been in a long-term relationship with Lim Se-ryung, vice chairman of the South Korean conglomerate Daesang Group.

 

 

Q3. Why don't you get married?
The complicated circumstances of the wealthy family and his own views on marriage are said to be the reasons for this. He seems to value trust over formality and has chosen a common-law marriage.

 

 

Q4. Have you had any other lovers in the past?
Yes. I was in a relationship with actress Kim Min-hee for about three years, and our relationship was open to the public.

 

 

Q5. Is there a possibility that you will get married in the future?
There are no plans for that at the moment, but I maintain a stable relationship with Lim Se-ryung, and it is highly likely that we will continue to walk together in a common-law marriage.

 

 

 

 

Summary | A look into the private life of "Squid Game" actor Lee Jung-jae

Lee Jung-jae is a man who has overcome many hardships behind his illustrious career. Although he is currently unmarried, he has built a long-standing relationship of trust with his partner, Lim Se-ryung, and leads a stable private life. His attitude of choosing life based on his own values, without being bound by the framework of marriage, is supported by many fans. After his success in "Squid Game," Lee Jung-jae has matured both as an actor and as a person. Attention from around the world continues to linger as to how he will navigate love and life in the future.