History of Kim Woo-bin in Timeline

Kim Woo-bin (born Kim Hyun-joong) is a South Korean actor and model. Starting as a runway model, he debuted as an actor in White Christmas, later gaining recognition in A Gentleman's Dignity and achieving breakthrough success with School 2013 and The Heirs. He starred in successful films like Twenty and Master, and took on his first lead role in Uncontrollably Fond. In 2017, he took a hiatus due to being diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer, returning to acting in 2022 with Our Blues.

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July 16, 1989: Kim Woo-bin's Birth

On July 16, 1989, Kim Hyun-joong, now known as Kim Woo-bin, was born in South Korea.

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2009: Runway Debut

In 2009, Kim Woo-bin debuted as a runway model at the age of 20 and started appearing in prêt-à-porter and Seoul Fashion Week collections.

2011: Acting Debut

In 2011, Kim Woo-bin made his acting debut in the mystery drama "White Christmas" and the cable sitcom "Vampire Idol".

2012: Gaining Attention in Acting

In 2012, Kim Woo-bin gained attention for his roles in "A Gentleman's Dignity."

2012: Supporting Role in A Gentleman's Dignity

In 2012, Kim Woo-bin played a supporting role in the romantic comedy drama "A Gentleman's Dignity" and guest appeared in "To the Beautiful You".

August 15, 2013: M! Countdown Hosting Debut

On August 15, 2013, Kim Woo-bin started hosting the cable music program "M! Countdown".

2013: Co-starring with Lee Jong-suk in School 2013

In 2013, Kim Woo-bin and Lee Jong-suk co-starred in "School 2013", solidifying their friendship since their modeling days.

2013: Breakthrough Roles in Hit Dramas

In 2013, Kim Woo-bin had his breakthrough with "School 2013" and "The Heirs".

2013: Honorary Ambassador Appointments

In 2013, Kim Woo-bin was named honorary ambassador for Jeonju University, and the public relations ambassador for the 2013 Suwon Information Science Festival and the "Good Downloader Campaign".

2013: Breakout Year with School 2013

In 2013, Kim Woo-bin's breakout year came with a starring role in the teen drama "School 2013", for which he received his first acting award at the 2nd APAN Star Awards as Best New Actor.

January 2014: Cast in The Con Artists

In January 2014, Kim Woo-bin was cast in the heist movie "The Con Artists", playing a top safe-cracker.

February 13, 2014: End of M! Countdown Hosting

On February 13, 2014, Kim Woo-bin finished hosting the cable music program "M! Countdown".

May 2015: Relationship with Shin Min-a

Since May 2015, Kim Woo-bin has been in a relationship with actress Shin Min-a.

2015: Starring in Box Office Hit Film Twenty

In 2015, Kim Woo-bin starred in the box office hit film "Twenty".

2015: Comedic Role in Twenty

In 2015, Kim Woo-bin took on a comedic character in the movie "Twenty".

2015: Cast in Uncontrollably Fond

In 2015, Kim Woo-bin was cast in the melodrama "Uncontrollably Fond", marking his first leading television role.

2015: Promotional Ambassador of CGV Arthouse

In 2015, Kim Woo-bin was chosen as the promotional ambassador of CJ CGV's arthouse exhibition chain CGV Arthouse.

July 6, 2016: Premiere of Uncontrollably Fond

On July 6, 2016, the drama "Uncontrollably Fond", starring Kim Woo-bin, premiered.

December 2016: Premiere of Master

In December 2016, the crime action film "Master", starring Kim Woo-bin, premiered and became the 11th bestselling film for 2016 in South Korea.

2016: Leading Role in Uncontrollably Fond and Starred in Master

In 2016, Kim Woo-bin took on his first leading role on television in "Uncontrollably Fond" and starred in the box office hit film "Master".

April 2017: Honorary Ambassador for 2018 Winter Olympics

In April 2017, Kim Woo-bin was appointed as an honorary ambassador for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

May 2017: Hiatus Due to Cancer Diagnosis

In May 2017, Kim Woo-bin's agency announced that he would be taking a hiatus from acting after being diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer.

May 24, 2017: Diagnosis of Nasopharyngeal Cancer

On May 24, 2017, Kim Woo-bin was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer and began treatment, halting all activities.

2017: Cast in Wiretap

In 2017, Kim Woo-bin was cast in the crime caper film "Wiretap"; however, the project was suspended to allow him to seek treatment for cancer.

2018: Honorary Ambassador for 2018 Winter Olympics

In 2018, Kim Woo-bin served as honorary ambassador for the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

March 11, 2020: Return to Big Screen with Alienoid

On March 11, 2020, it was announced that Kim Woo-bin would be returning to the big screen in the sci-fi film "Alienoid".

March 8, 2022: Donation to Wildfire Relief

On March 8, 2022, Kim Woo-bin donated ₩100 million to the Hope Bridge Disaster Relief Association to help victims of wildfires in Uljin and Samcheok.

July 2022: Premiere of Alienoid

In July 2022, Kim Woo-bin starred in "Alienoid", playing the role of 'Guard'.

2022: Co-starring in Our Blues and Black Knight

In 2022, Kim Woo-bin co-starred in "Our Blues" and "Black Knight".

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2022: Return to Screen in Our Blues

In 2022, Kim Woo-bin returned to the screen with the television series "Our Blues".

January 2023: Donation to Asan Medical Center

In January 2023, Kim Woo-bin donated ₩100 million to Asan Medical Center in Seoul to support the treatment of poor patients.

January 2025: Further Donation to Asan Medical Center

In January 2025, Kim Woo-bin donated a further ₩100 million to Asan Medical Center in Seoul to support the treatment of poor patients.

March 2025: Donation to Wildfire Victims

In March 2025, Kim Woo-bin donated ₩50 million to the Korean Red Cross to help wildfire victims in the Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam regions.

November 2025: Wedding Announcement

In November 2025, Kim Woo-bin and Shin Min-a announced that their wedding will take place in December 2025.

December 2025: Upcoming Wedding

In December 2025, Kim Woo-bin and Shin Min-a are set to get married.

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