Many actors start working young because either they get scouted at a young age or for many other reasons. Some even drop out of school in the middle to focus on one thing, and some even choose to be homeschooled. Let's see some such actors who started acting in school.
1. Yoo Seung Ho
Yoo Seung Ho is a South-Korean origin actor, model, and singer. On 17th August 1993, he was born in Incheon, South Korea. He made his debut on screen as a child actor in a cell phone commercial. He appeared for the first time as an actor in the television drama Daddy Fish. He gained recognition after starring in the film The Way Home. He has worked in several movies and television dramas like Moonshine, Player, My Strange Hero, Remember, Homo Academicus, etc.
2. Lee Se Young
Lee Se Young is a South-Korean origin actress, model, and singer. On 20th December 1992, she was born in South Korea. She started her career as a child actress and appeared in popular films like When I turned Nine, Lovely Rivals, etc. She started appearing in television dramas and series as soon as she hit her 20s. She has worked in various television dramas like Adolescence Medley, Missing You, Goddess of Marriage, Hot Young Blood, etc.
3. Moon Ga Young
Moon Ga Young is a German-born South Korea-based actress, model, and singer. On 10th July 1996, she was born in Karlsruhe, Germany. She moved back to South Korea with her family when she was ten years old. She debuted on-screen as a child actress and appeared in popular films and television dramas like To Sir, with Love, Bunt, Our Town, etc. She also played some supporting roles in dramas. She gained recognition as a lead actress after starring in the television drama Tempted in 2018. Since then, she has starred as a successful lead actor in several dramas like Welcome To Waikiki 2, Find Me In Your Memory, True Beauty, The Interest Of Love, etc.
4. Nam Ji Hyun
Nam Ji Hyun is a South Korean-origin actress, model, and singer. On 17th September 1995, she was born in Incheon, South Korea. She completed her graduation in a Psychology major while she was a full-time actress. She made her official on-screen debut as a child actress and appeared in popular films and television dramas like Shadowless Sword, My Captain Mr. Underground, Say You Love Me, etc. She gained recognition after starring as a lead in the drama Suspicious Partner, 100 Days My Prince, etc.
5. Ryu Deok Hwan
Ryu Deok Hwan is a South-Korean origin actor, model, and singer. On 12th June 1987, he was born in Gyeonggi, South Korea. He made his debut as a child actor with the film Weathering The Storm, Spooky School. He has played many minor roles in television dramas and films. He gained recognition after starring in the film Like A Virgin. For the film, he gained 28kgs to fit in his character. He has played many other notable roles in popular films and movies like Sovereign Default, The Last Ride, The Peach Tree, My Son, Our Town, etc.
6. Kim Yoo Jung
Kim Yoo Jung is a South-Korean actress and model. On 22nd September 1999, she was born in Seoul, South Korea. She entered the industry at the age of four when she modeled for a confectionary brand. In 2003, she made her acting debut as a child actress. She even received highly proclaimed awards only at the age of ten. In 2012, she gained recognition after starring as a lead actress in the drama Moon Embracing The Sun. For that drama, she was even nominated for the Best Young Actress Award. Since then, she has appeared in various films and dramas like Because I love You, Clean With Passion For Now, Backstreet Rookie, Lovers of the Red Sky, etc.
7. Kim So Hyun
Kim So Hyun is a South-Korean origin actress, singer, and model. On 4th June 1999, she was born in Australia. In 2012, she appeared as a child actress in the teen drama Ma Boy. Since then, she has starred in several dramas and films like Who Are You: School 2015, Hey Ghost, Let’s Fight, The Tale of Nokdu, etc. She is especially known for playing significant characters in historical period dramas.
8. Lee Hyun Woo
Lee Hyun Woo is a South-Korean origin actor and model. On 23rd March 1993, he was born in Seoul, South Korea. He made his official debut as a child actor with the films The Legend, King Sejong the Great, The Return of Illjmae, Queen Seondeok, etc. He also worked as a host of a television show. He also starred in several other films and movies like Hero, The Beauty Inside, The Con Artists, Northern Limit Line, etc.
9. Yeo Jin Goo
Yeo Jin Goo is a South Korean origin actor and model. On 13th August 1997, he was born in Seoul, South Korea. He made his debut as a child actor with the film Sad Movie in 2005. He has appeared in many films and television dramas like I Want to Love, Iljimae, Tazza, Giant, and Moon Embracing the Sun.
10. Moon Geun Young
Moon Geun Young is a South Korean origin actress and model. On 6th May 1987, she was born in Gwangju, South Korea. She started her career as a model when she was 12 years old. She has appeared in various films and television dramas like Lover’s Concerto, A Tale of Two Sisters, Be In My Dream, Glass Garden, The Throne, etc.
