Kang Ki-young (강기영; 姜其永) is a South Korean actor born on October 14, 1983, in Incheon. After making his debut in theater, he gradually carved out a niche for himself on television thanks to his sense of humor, his natural charm, and his ability to bring depth to supporting characters. Starting in the mid-2010s, he became one of the most beloved supporting actors in the Korean entertainment industry.
He has appeared in numerous hit dramas such as Oh My Ghost, W, Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo, While You Were Sleeping, I'm Not a Robot and above all What's Wrong with Secretary Kim, where his portrayal of the hero's eccentric best friend earned him great popularity with audiences. He then went on to star in My Secret Terrius and At Eighteen, while building a distinguished film career with Exit and Crazy Romance, which earned him several nominations and awards for Best Supporting Actor.
In 2022, Kang Ki-young reached a new milestone thanks to Extraordinary Attorney Woo. His portrayal of Jung Myeong-seok, a seasoned lawyer and Woo Young-woo’s supportive mentor, has been universally praised and reveals a more dramatic side to his acting. He confirms this evolution by playing one of the leading roles in Queen of Divorce in 2024, and then Mary Kills People in 2025.
In 2026, he joined the cast of Family Matters Season 2 in a villainous role, while his return to Extraordinary Attorney Woo Season 2 is also highly anticipated—it’s one of the most eagerly awaited sequels to a K-drama in recent years.
Thanks to his versatility, his excellent sense of timing, and his ability to shine in both comedy and more serious roles, Kang Ki-young has established himself as one of the most reliable and beloved character actors in the South Korean film industry.
