Lee Yoo-young, who performed under the stage name Yooyoung as a lead dancer, lead rapper, and vocalist in the girl group Hello Venus, has since built a second career as an actress under the professional name Lee Hwa-kyum.
Time with Hello Venus
Hello Venus debuted in 2012 under Pledis Entertainment and Fantagio, becoming one of the more visible girl groups of the early 2010s K-pop landscape. Yooyoung served as a core performance presence in the group, taking on lead dancer and lead rapper roles across the group's run. Hello Venus is no longer active as a group.
Life After the Group
Following the conclusion of Hello Venus's activities, Lee Yoo-young transitioned into acting, establishing herself under the name Lee Hwa-kyum. In March 2026, she made a public announcement of her upcoming wedding, sharing photographs and describing her future husband as "a reliable and grateful person." The announcement drew wide attention given her public profile, and she indicated her intention to continue her acting career following the marriage.
