Daniel Henney
Biography
Daniel Henney is a male actor born on November 28, 1979, in Carson City, Michigan, USA. He started modeling in the U.S. in 2001, working in various countries including France, Italy, Hong Kong, and Taiwan while attending college. Henney became a household name in South Korea through a TV drama, where he played the role of Dr. Henry Kim, a surgeon. He has also appeared in commercials with notable South Korean celebrities, including Jun Ji-hyun and Kim Tae-hee. As an actor, Henney has a total of 34 known credits.
Career overview
Daniel Henney is an actor known for his work in the entertainment industry. He started modeling in the U.S. in 2001 while attending college. During this time, he also worked as a model in various countries including France, Italy, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
Henney's acting career in South Korea began with a role in a commercial for Amore Pacific's cosmetic "Odyssey Sunrise". He then became a spokesperson for several commercials, including one with Jun Ji-hyun for Olympus cameras and another with Kim Tae-hee for Daewoo Electronics's Klasse air conditioners. Despite not speaking Korean, Henney gained popularity in South Korea through his role in the TV drama "My Lovely Sam Soon", also known as "My Name is Kim Sam Soon". In this series, he played the character of Dr. Henry Kim, a surgeon.
Daniel Henney's acting credits include a significant number of roles in various projects. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, with a total of 34 known credits.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
34 titles- Genie, Make a Wish (2025) as Kim Gae
- Dog Days (2024) as Daniel
- Missing (2023) as Agent Park
- Behind Every Star (2022) as Self
- Confidential Assignment 2: International (2022) as Jack
- The Wheel of Time (2021) as al'Lan Mandragoran
- SNL Korea (2021) as Self - Host
- The Game Caterers (2021) as Self
- Money (2019) as Roy Lee
- Big Hero 6 The Series (2017) as Tadashi (voice)
- Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders (2016) as Matthew Simmons
- The Mr. Peabody & Sherman Show (2015) as Akashi Shiganosuke (voice)
- Big Hero 6 (2014) as Tadashi Hamada (voice)
- Home Alone (2013) as Self
- The Last Stand (2013) as Phil Hayes
- One Night Surprise (2013) as Bill
- The Spy: Undercover Operation (2013) as James Ryan / Kim Min-chul
- Revolution (2012) as Peter Garner
- Shanghai Calling (2012) as Sam
- Papa (2012) as Daniel
- Tattoo (2011) as The Stranger
- Hawaii Five-0 (2010) as Michael Noshimuri
- The Fugitive: Plan B (2010) as 카이
- NCIS: Los Angeles (2009) as Paul Angelo
- Three Rivers (2009) as Dr. David Lee
- X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) as Agent Zero
- Wolverine Unleashed: The Complete Origins (2009) as Self
- Family Outing (2008) as Self
- My Father (2007) as James Parker
- Spring Waltz (2006) as Phillip
- Seducing Mr. Perfect (2006) as Robin Heiden
- Criminal Minds (2005) as Matt Simmons
- My Lovely Sam Soon (2005) as Dr. Henry Kim
- Stay with Me
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Daniel Henney best known for?
Daniel Henney is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Genie, Make a Wish (2025), Missing (2023), The Wheel of Time (2021), The Game Caterers (2021).
When and where was Daniel Henney born?
Daniel Henney was born on November 28, 1979 in Carson City, Michigan, USA.
How many credits does Daniel Henney have?
Daniel Henney has accumulated over 34 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2005 to 2025.
What is Daniel Henney's background in cinema and television?
Daniel Henney is a male actor born on November 28, 1979, in Carson City, Michigan, USA. He started modeling in the U.S. in 2001, working in various countries including France, Italy, Hong Kong, and Taiwan while attending college. Henney became a household name in South Korea through a TV drama, where he played the role...