L (entertainer)
A K-pop idol who mastered the art of reinvention, evolving from a sharp-dancing singer into a compelling actor with a quiet intensity.
Born 1992 (age 34)·South Korean singer and actor·Birthday: March 13·Millennials
Biography
Born Kim Myung-soo in 1992, L entered the Korean entertainment world as a teenager, debuting in 2010 as a vocalist for the boy band Infinite. Known for his striking visuals and precise dance moves, he helped propel the group to fame across Asia. Never content with a single identity, he later launched a parallel career in acting, deliberately choosing complex roles that contrasted with his idol image. His performances in series like 'Angel's Last Mission: Love' and 'The Emperor: Owner of the Mask' showcased a growing emotional depth, earning him respect in a competitive industry. L's journey reflects the modern entertainer's path, successfully navigating the transition from pop star to serious performer on his own terms.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
L was born in 1992, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When L Was Born
The biggest hits of 1992
#1 Movie
Aladdin
Best Picture
Unforgiven
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
L's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1992Born
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
1997Started school
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2005Became a teenager
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Could drive
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2010Could vote
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Turned 21
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2022Turned 30
Russia invades Ukraine; Queen Elizabeth II dies
Gas: $3.97/galHome: $348,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"As It Was" — Harry StylesBest Picture: Everything Everywhere All at Once
2026Age 34 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Debuted as a vocalist of the influential K-pop boy band Infinite in 2010.
- Launched a successful acting career with a lead role in the television drama 'The Emperor: Owner of the Mask'.
- Was a member of the sub-unit Infinite F, which released its first EP 'Koi no Sign' in 2014.
Did You Know?
He is known for his love of reading and has been photographed carrying books on philosophy.
L originally auditioned to be a model before being recruited as a trainee for Infinite.
He served his mandatory military service as a conscripted policeman.
“I want to be remembered as an artist who was sincere in every moment.”
