Alexander Lee (entertainer)

Alexander Lee
Alexander Lee
	알렉산더
Born	Alexander Lee Eusebio; July 29, 1988; Hong Kong
Other names	Xander
Education	De Anza College, Korea University
Occupation	Singer; Rapper; Actor; Presenter;
	Musical career
Genres	Pop; R&B;
Instruments	Vocals;
Years active	2008–present
Labels	NH Media Entertainment; MPlus Entertainment; Left Profile; White Wind Entertainment;
Associated acts	U-KISS

Alexander Lee Eusebio (Korean: 알렉산더, romanized: Allegsandeo; Chinese: 亚历山大), known as Alexander or Xander, is a singer, actor and host in South Korea.[1] He is a former member of the South Korean boy band U-KISS, he debuted as an actor through a Channel A drama Immortal Classic (불후의 명작) and later as a movie actor through Singaporean film, "3 Peas In A Pod" in 2013. In 2017, he debuted in the Philippines as the main character in the 105-episode television series My Korean Jagiya. He is currently active as a television host on Arirang TV's #StyleCast 2017 and is also a daily radio host for the Double Date show on tbs eFM.

Music

2008–2011: U-KISS

Alexander made his debut as a member of South Korean boy band U-KISS in 2008 and released four mini albums and one full album with U-KISS.

During his time with the band, he also featured in other singers' works; the rap for Brave Brothers' "Finally" and Hye Ji's "Your Love".

On February 23, 2011, NH Media confirmed and released a statement that Alexander and his bandmate Ki Bum had left the group.[2] Alexander's last released song with the group is "Shut Up!!", the lead single from their fourth EP, Break Time.

On July 28, 2020, Alexander revealed in an interview that he was kicked out of U-KISS due to his lack of popularity.[3]

2011–present: Solo career

Shortly after his departure from U-Kiss, Alexander took part in the "Father, I Honor You" Praise Concert in Hong Kong in June, singing gospel song "아주먼 옛날" (A Long Long Time Ago) and "Nobody". In October, he took part in and performed the song "Looking For The Day" with Brian Joo and Pastor Johnny from 3rd Wave.

He then released his first single "I Just" in December, and made his solo debut through a showcase held at the Akasaka Blitz in Tokyo, Japan. In the same month, he held a showcase in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, performing songs from his new album; "I Just", "Oh! Baby", and popular songs like "That Man" (Korean drama "Secret Garden" OST) and even a classic Mandopop song, "情非得已" (Taiwanese drama "Meteor Garden" soundtrack).

In March 2012, he released "Kimchi Song" for the OST of Channel A drama "Immortal Classic/불후의 명작".

He then held a fan meeting in Singapore, "Specially for Xanderettes" in July 2012, where he also performed songs "I Just", "Oh! Baby", "Bad Girl" and "The Kimchi Song" from the Immortal Masterpiece OST.[4]

In 2013, Alexander and Calvin Chen both sang the OST of Singaporean film "3 Peas in a Pod", "You and I" and" 我与你" in Korean and Mandarin respectively.

Acting

In 2012, he ventured into acting through a Korean drama on Channel A, "Immortal Classic", playing the role of a foreigner who wants to learn about Kimchi, and in the following year, he made a guest appearance in OCN's "God's Quiz Season 3" Episode 6.

He then starred in Singaporean film, 3 Peas in a Pod (他她他) alongside Calvin Chen of the Taiwanese group Fahrenheit, as well as the fresh-faced Jae Liew. The film was directed by Singapore's Michelle Chong, and shooting took place mostly in Australia during March 2013. 3 Peas in a Pod tells the story of three university friends from Taiwan, Korea and Singapore who go on a road trip that changes their lives forever. The movie was released in Singapore's theatres on 14 November 2013.

In 2015, he featured in Korean group Ten Yard's music video for their song "Promise".

In 2016, he starred in KBS 2's Moorim School (무림학교) as Yeob Jung, along with Lee Hyun Woo and VIXX's Hongbin.

In 2017, he became the leading man in a Philippine TV series of GMA Network entitled My Korean Jagiya, alongside Filipina actress Heart Evangelista. The series aired for 105 episodes, ending in 2018.

Hosting/Variety Shows

Hosting

Alexander hosted Arirang TV's radio show Pops in Seoul segment 'All About You' and 'Radio School' with bandmates Kevin and Eli during his time with U-Kiss. He also guest hosted on Arirang TV's The M-Wave and Showbiz Extra. From July to September 2012, he hosted a 2-min segment "XanderKpop" on weekdays for local Malaysian radio station FM988 in Cantonese. These segments introduced all-things Korean, from teaching trendy Korean phrases to the latest fashion trends in Korea. In 2013, he also hosted the 2K13 FEEL KOREA concert in Vancouver, Canada. In 2015, he joined DJ Isak in co-hosting a segment "The Ugly Truth" on Arirang Radio. The following year, he was also a guest on Arirang Radio's K-Poppin's Christmas Special. Currently, he is hosting a k-beauty show "Stylecast" on Arirang TV, alongside Ashley Choi from Ladies' Code, and also a daily radio programme on tbs eFM, "Double Date", with Superstar K7 winner Kevin Oh.

Variety

With U-KISS, Alexander did a number of variety shows, including ETN U-KISS' Kiss The Dream in 2008, Mnet All About U-KISS, MBC Every1 U-Kiss Vampire, online web series You Know U-Kiss, SBS Star King, SBS Plus Hero Challenge, MBC We Are Dating, KBS Let's Go! Dream Team, and in Japan, Made in BS Japan. He was also on Channel [V] 就是爱JK - I Love JK in Taiwan.

In 2015, he was a regular guest for Guizhou TV's "Perfect Dating" (贵州卫视 “非常完美”)

Modeling

In 2009, Alexander walked the runway for the FEEL KOREA, K-POP Night & K-Fashion show in Shanghai, as well as at the Seoul Fashion Week 2011 S/S. In 2011, he donned renowned Korean designer Lie Sang Bong's designs at the GREEN is LOVE Lie Sang Bong Fashion Show in Seoul.

From 2013 to 2015, he was the brand ambassador and model for dENiZEN Singapore with then label-mate, Chloe Wang.

Personal life

Alexander's mother is Korean and his father is half Portuguese, half Chinese. He was born in Hong Kong but raised in Macau and has an older sister by 2 years. He studied Communications at De Anza College in California. Prior to his debut in U-KISS, he was featured in an anti-gambling campaign advertisement in Macau.

Alexander and his family are Christians and he was involved briefly with 3rd Wave Music,[5] a South Korean Christian music label and also considers Jaeson Ma as his mentor.

After finishing up most of his solo activities in 2014, he decided to return to his studies and is currently pursuing a degree in Korea University's Journalism & Mass Communication. He participates actively in school and sometimes gives guest talks at lectures about his knowledge from being in the Korean entertainment industry.

He currently resides in Seoul, South Korea.

Discography

Singles

"I Just" (2011)

Featuring

"Your Love" (ft. Alexander) — Hye Ji (2011)

OST

Hero Challenge OST - "Hero" (2010)
Real School OST Part 1 - "Kiss Me, Always" (2011)
Immortal Classic OST - "The Kimchi Song"
3 Peas In A Pod OST - "You and I" (2013)

Collaboration

Single

2018: S.M.N. [as AXM (with Marucci)]

Filmography

Film

Year	Title	Role	Notes
2013	3 Peas in a Pod	Peter	Main Lead

Drama

Year	Title	Network	Role	Notes	Country
2012	Immortal Masterpiece	Channel A	Alexander	Supporting role	South Korea
2013	God's Quiz 3	OCN	Lee Han-seo	Cameo (Episode 6)
2016	Moorim School: Saga of the Brave	KBS	Yeob Jung	Supporting role
2017	My Korean Jagiya	GMA Network	Kim Jun-ho	Main cast	Philippines
2017	Dear Uge		Alexander	Special participation
2018	Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko		Gab	Special participation (The Adventures of Laura Patola and Duwen-ding Part 3-4)

Variety

Year	Title	Notes
2009	Arirang TV: Pops In Seoul "I Feel Like"	Host
2010	E!TV Chef's Kiss	Series
	Arirang TV: The M-Wave	Host
	MBC We Are Dating	Series (Terminated)
2017	Arirang TV: Stylecast 2017	Host

Radio

Year	Title	Notes
2012	FM988: Xander Kpop	Host (Malaysian Radio)
2015	Arirang Radio: The Ugly Truth	Co-host with Isak
2017	tbs eFM 101.3Mhz Double Date	Co-host with Kevin Oh
2019	tbs eFM 101.3Mhz All Things Kpop	Co-host with Killagrams

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References

"xanderettes.net: ALEXANDER". Archived from the original on 2017-08-11. Retrieved 2017-07-05.
"Alexander & Kim Kibum to leave U-KISS". Allkpop. (February 2011). Retrieved November 13, 2015
"🦊 being a foreign K-pop idol, Alexander of U-KISS, JAYKEEOUT x VWVB™ - YouTube". www.youtube.com. Retrieved 2020-08-03.
Xanderettes Fan Website
"INTERVIEW: 3rd Wave Music Interview with Alexander Lee Eusebio". kirinmc.com. August 1, 2011. Archived from the original on February 14, 2013. Retrieved November 13, 2015.

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[1] "xanderettes.net: ALEXANDER". Archived from the original on 2017-08-11. Retrieved 2017-07-05.

[2] "Alexander & Kim Kibum to leave U-KISS". Allkpop. (February 2011). Retrieved November 13, 2015

[3] "🦊 being a foreign K-pop idol, Alexander of U-KISS, JAYKEEOUT x VWVB™ - YouTube". www.youtube.com. Retrieved 2020-08-03.

[4] Xanderettes Fan Website

[5] "INTERVIEW: 3rd Wave Music Interview with Alexander Lee Eusebio". kirinmc.com. August 1, 2011. Archived from the original on February 14, 2013. Retrieved November 13, 2015.