Byun Yo-han (; born April 29, 1986) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his roles in the television series ' (2014), Six Flying Dragons (2015âÂÂ2016), Mr. Sunshine (2018), and Black Out (2024). He has also appeared in films including Socialphobia (2015), The Book of Fish (2021), and ' (2022), for which he was awarded the Best Supporting Actor prize at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards.
He made his acting debut in 2011, and appeared in over 30 short films as a student of Korea National University of Arts. The then-unknown actor rose to fame in 2014 with a supporting role in the popular workplace cable series '.
In 2015, he starred in leading roles in indie hit Socialphobia and the romantic comedy Ex-Girlfriends' Club. In the same year, he also appeared as one of the six main leads in SBS's 50-episode historical drama Six Flying Dragons playing a master swordsman. Byun then starred alongside Kim Yoon-seok in the fantasy drama film Will You Be There?.
In 2018, he starred in the hit drama Mr. Sunshine, which became one of the highest-rated dramas in Korean cable television history.
In 2021, Byun starred in Lee Joon-ik's black-and-white historical film The Book of Fish, for which he was nominated for the Baeksang Arts Award for Best Actor â Film.
In 2022, Byun starred in Kim Han-min's blockbuster film, ' (2022). Byun grabbed 6 awards through his role, Japanese naval commander, Wakisaka.
In 2023, Byun was chosen as the representative of "Next Actor" in the 11th Muju Film Festival which held in June 2âÂÂ6, 2023. His works and career's history were exhibited in Muju Choibuk Art Museum during the festival.
In 2022, Byun was reported to star alongside Song Kang-ho in Uncle Samsik. Set in the 1960s, the series depicts the intertwined story of two men, exploring themes of pride, greed, and their camaraderie. Shin Yeon-shick wrote and directed the series. It was released worldwide on Disney+ and on Hulu in the USA from May 15 to June 19, 2024.
On December 13, 2025, Byun's relationship with American singer-songwriter Tiffany Young became public after he confirmed it through a handwritten letter. Byun's agency, Team Hope, told media outlets that the two were dating seriously with marriage in mind. Young also addressed fans directly via a handwritten letter on Instagram, describing her partner as someone who brought her optimism. The couple reportedly became close after co-starring in the 2024 Disney+ drama Uncle Samsik.
On February 27, 2026, it was reported that Byun and Young had legally registered their marriage. According to an official statement released the same day, the couple completed their marriage registration privately and planned to hold a small, intimate wedding ceremony at a later date.
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