Steven Yeun

Steven Yeun has established himself as a versatile actor and producer, known for both critically acclaimed films and popular television series. After establishing himself as Glenn Rhee in AMC’s ‘The Walking Dead’ from 2010 to 2016, Steven Yeun went on to build a critically acclaimed career across film and television. His breakout role on ‘The Walking Dead’ contributed significantly to the show’s success as one of the highest-rated cable television series, solidifying his presence in the industry. Prior to this, Yeun honed his craft in comedy, developing his performance skills with the sketch-comedy group Stir Friday Night and Chicago’s renowned Second City comedy troupe, an experience that provided a strong foundation for his versatile acting career.

In 2020, Yeun starred in and executive produced the immigrant drama ‘Minari,’ a pivotal role that earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor in 2021, making him the first Asian American to achieve this recognition. His work on ‘Minari’ also led to a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role. That same year, he was named one of Time’s 100 most influential people. He continued his cinematic endeavors with a starring role in Jordan Peele’s ‘Nope’ in 2022.

Most recently, in 2023, Yeun starred in and executive produced the Netflix dark comedy series ‘Beef.’ His performance as Danny Cho in ‘Beef’ garnered significant industry recognition, including Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Limited Series and Outstanding Lead Actor, as well as a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor. Expanding his influence behind the camera, Yeun co-founded his own production company, Celadon Pictures, in partnership with Christina Oh in 2023, continuing to shape his career through both acting and producing.