Lee Min-ho

Lee Min-ho, known professionally as Lee Know, is a South Korean singer, dancer, and rapper. He is a member of the K-pop group Stray Kids, formed by JYP Entertainment through a 2017 survival show. As the group's main dancer and a vocalist, Lee Know is recognized for his sharp, precise dance moves and cool stage presence. Offstage, he is known for a quirky, playful personality that fans call "4D." Stray Kids have achieved global success, including multiple No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 and headlining major festivals like Lollapalooza. Lee Know also served as a fixed MC on the music show Show! Music Core from 2021 to 2023 and is a global ambassador for Gucci. As of 2026, he continues to tour and release music with Stray Kids. The group has been named to Forbes Asia's 30 Under 30 and holds multiple Guinness World Records, including first K-pop act to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with six consecutive albums. [edit]

Lee Min-ho grew up as an only child in Daegot-myeon, Gimpo. He began dancing at age 14 after discovering a dance video online and took formal lessons for five years. Before joining JYP Entertainment, he worked as a backup dancer for BTS during their concert tour, an experience that exposed him to professional performance. He attended Gimpo Jeil Technical High School and later enrolled at Gukje Cyber University alongside bandmates Changbin and Han, studying performance and broadcast entertainment. His audition for JYP led to a one-year trainee period before he was selected as a final member of Stray Kids through the 2017 survival show. He has a scar on his stomach from childhood surgery. [edit]

Lee Know debuted with Stray Kids on March 25, 2018, with the EP I Am Not. The group quickly gained a dedicated fanbase and achieved commercial success. In August 2021, he became a fixed MC for Show! Music Core, a role he held until October 2023. Stray Kids' 2023 album 5-Star sold over 5 million pre-orders and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. The group headlined Lollapalooza Chicago and BST Hyde Park in 2024. In 2025, Stray Kids were named to Forbes Asia's 30 Under 30. In March 2026, the concert film Stray Kids: The dominATE Experience became the first K-pop concert film to reach No. 1 at the global box office. In September 2023, Lee Know was involved in a car accident with fellow members Seungmin and Hyunjin, but sustained no serious injuries. He has appeared on variety shows including The Fishermen and the City, Idol Dictation Contest, and Idol on Quiz. He also represents Gucci as a global ambassador. [edit]

Lee Know is known for a "cat-like" visual and sharp dance style, often described as cool and charismatic on stage. Offstage, his personality is playful and quirky, earning him the label "4D character" among fans. He frequently shows affection for his three cats, Soonie, Doongie, and Dori. Fans celebrate his birthday on October 25 with charity projects and social media campaigns. His social media presence is channeled through Stray Kids' group accounts, where he shares candid moments and aegyo. Audiences connect with his blend of talent, humor, and genuine warmth. He describes himself as "a cute person who eats well." Stray Kids were named in Time Magazine's 2023 Next Generation Leaders list and appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone UK in August 2024, described as "the biggest band in the world." [edit]

Lee Know has cultivated a devoted following known as STAY, a globally organized community that actively drives the group's chart performance and secures major advertising placements. Fans are deeply engaged in charitable initiatives, such as Lee Know's participation in World Vision's Honor Club, and have celebrated historic milestones like the group's seven consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard charts. His reputation as the main dancer is legendary among newcomers, built on stories of rigorous training and his professionalism during high-stakes performances, including a notable appearance at the Mnet Asian Music Awards where he danced through an injury. This dedication fosters a unique connection with fans who value his humility and artistic integrity. The iFANN Global Fame Engine has evaluated Lee Min-ho's standing within the global entertainment landscape. As of August 2026, Lee Min-ho is currently not ranked in the Global Top 1,000 or any Top-100 scope list by the iFANN system. While the fanbase operates under the official name STAY, no individual fandom name specific solely to Lee Min-ho has been documented in authoritative records.[edit]

Lee Know possesses a second-degree black belt in taekwondo and mixed martial arts from childhood training, alongside ambidexterity and basic English skills. He favors the color mint and cites the Japanese romantic drama My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday as his favorite movie, with Taecyeon of 2PM serving as his role model. A fear of heights and frequent finger cracking are part of his daily habits, while his motto remains 'Let's eat well and live well.' His literary preference leans toward Keigo Higashino, and if not in Stray Kids, he would have pursued a career as a dancer. Represented by the rabbit with an ISFP MBTI type and blood type O, his legend extends beyond statistics. Fans widely retell the story of his sprained ankle at the Mnet Asian Music Awards in December 2025, where he finished the performance despite the pain, cementing his image of unwavering professionalism. Another defining moment was his humble reaction to the group achieving seven consecutive number-one Billboard spots in October 2025, a feat driven largely by the organized efforts of STAYs. These moments weave together the narrative of a disciplined artist supported by a loyal community.[edit]

Lee Know is an only child, raised by his parents in Gimpo. He has not publicly shared their names or occupations. He lives with three cats: Soonie, Doongie, and Dori, whom he often features in social media content. He has described his family as supportive of his career. His cats have their own fan followings. [edit]

Lee Know is a member of Stray Kids alongside Bang Chan, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. He cites Taecyeon of 2PM as his role model. He is managed by JYP Entertainment and serves as a global ambassador for Gucci. [edit]

Lee Know has never publicly confirmed any romantic relationship. As of 2026, he is single with no known dating history. K-pop idols under JYP Entertainment generally maintain strict privacy regarding personal relationships, and no credible outlets have reported any past or current partners. [edit]

Updated for 2026, iFANN currently estimates Lee Know's net worth at $6 Million, derived primarily from his extensive work with Stray Kids. The group's massive album sales, world tours, and merchandise generate significant revenue shared among the eight members, bolstered by the record-breaking pre-orders for the 2023 album 5-Star. Additional income streams include his tenure as a fixed MC on Show! Music Core from 2021 to 2023 and his position as a global ambassador for Gucci. Writing credits on various Stray Kids B-sides contribute further royalty income to his portfolio. While JYP Entertainment does not disclose individual member earnings, this figure reflects a comprehensive editorial analysis of his commercial impact. The group's success was further recognized when they received a Prime Minister's Commendation at the 2023 Korean Popular Culture and Arts Awards, ranking as the 7th best-selling artist globally in 2022 and 3rd in 2023 according to the IFPI Global Artist Chart.[edit]