Lee Jung Jae has been selected for the 'A100 List' announced by the U.S. Gold House in 2024.

The 'A100' is a list announced annually by the non-profit organization Gold House, which supports cultural and artistic figures in the Asia-Pacific region, selecting 100 Asians who have had a significant impact on American culture and society.

Gold House introduced Lee Jung Jae, stating, "Lee Jung Jae, who debuted back in 1993 with a local drama in South Korea, continues to thrive not only in Korea but also globally as an actor, director, and producer. After solidifying his position as an actor in Korea as a household name, he leads the Korean film industry starring in films like 'The Thieves,' 'Assassination,' and 'Along with the Gods' series. With various projects, he showcases his power as an actor with box office hits."

Furthermore, they noted, "Lee’s career skyrocketed with 'Squid Game,' released back in 2021, where he played the protagonist, Sung Ki Hoon, one of the most complicated yet realistic characters, who manages to stick to his moral values, despite struggling with hardships at the very bottom of the social ladder. After the release of Squid Game, Lee became the first Asian star to win the Emmy award for Best Male Actor in a Drama, cementing his name on the global stage."

The Gold House concluded further highlighting, "Lee Jung Jae's career continues to thrive in 2024 as he is expected to meet his global fans with the most anticipated, The Acolyte, a new Star Wars series, scheduled to be released in June this year, where he plays Jedi Master. Moreover, Lee is set to return in the second half of 2024 with Squid Game season 2."

Meanwhile, 'The Acolyte,' starring Lee Jung Jae, will be simultaneously released worldwide on Disney+ on June 5.

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