Greta Jiehan Lee, also known as Greta Lee, is an accomplished American actress, recognized for her versatile performances in film, television, and theatre.
With standout roles in acclaimed projects like Past Lives and Russian Doll, she has emerged as a prominent voice in contemporary storytelling, blending cultural depth with emotional precision.
Greta Lee Biography
| Full Name | Greta Lee |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Korean descent |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Height | 5 feet 5 inches |
| Parents | Mr and Mrs Lee |
| Siblings | Two |
| Spouse | Russ Armstrong |
| Children | Apollo Joosung Armstrong and Raphael Joobaek Armstrong |
| Relationship | Married |
Early Life and Education
Greta Lee (born on March 7, 1983, 43 years old) is from Los Angeles, California. She grew up in a household shaped by her parents’ Korean immigrant heritage, where her mother pursued classical piano and her father practised medicine.
Nurtured alongside two younger siblings in a culturally rich environment, Lee developed an early fascination with performance during her time at Harvard-Westlake School.
She later honed her craft at Northwestern University, earning a degree in communication and theatre before relocating to New York City to launch her professional journey. Her ethnicity reflects Korean roots, and she identifies with Christianity.
Career
Greta Lee began her career with a television debut in 2006 on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, followed by a Broadway breakthrough in 2007’s The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
She built momentum through supporting roles in series like High Maintenance, Girls, and Nurse Jackie, while appearing in films such as Sisters (2015) and St. Vincent (2014).
Her profile soared with the lead in Netflix’s Russian Doll (2019–2022) and a key role in Apple TV+‘s The Morning Show (2021–2025), the latter securing her a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series.
Lee’s star turn as Nora in the 2023 romantic drama Past Lives earned widespread praise, including a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress.
Recent voice work includes Lyla in the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse films, with upcoming projects like Tron: Ares (2025) and A House of Dynamite (2025) underscoring her rising influence in Hollywood.
Awards and Nominations
- Hollywood Critics Association Midseason Film Award for Best Actress (Past Lives, 2023) – Won
- Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama (Past Lives, 2024) – Nominated
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series (The Morning Show, 2024) – Nominated
- Critics’ Choice Movie Award for Best Actress (Past Lives, 2024) – Nominated
- Independent Spirit Award for Best Lead Performance (Past Lives, 2024) – Nominated
- Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (The Morning Show, 2022, 2024) – Nominated
Social Media
Instagram Handle: @gretaleeunofficially
Personal Life
Greta Lee wed writer and producer Russ Armstrong on September 7, 2014, after connecting during their Northwestern University days.
The couple, who share a blended Korean-American home life, welcomed their first son, Apollo Joosung Armstrong, in August 2016, followed by Raphael Joobaek Armstrong in April 2019.
Standing at 5 feet 5 inches, Greta Lee prioritises family routines, including shared Korean meals and light household tasks for her boys, while maintaining a low-key presence away from the spotlight. The family resides in the Los Angeles area, balancing her demanding career with everyday joys.
Filmography
- Hello, I Must Be Going (2012)
- St. Vincent (2014)
- Sisters (2015)
- Money Monster (2016)
- Gemini (2017)
- Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018, voice)
- Past Lives (2023)
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023, voice)
- Tron: Ares (2025)
- A House of Dynamite (2025)
Television:
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2006)
- Girls (2013–2014)
- High Maintenance (2012–2018)
- Russian Doll (2019–2022)
- The Morning Show (2021–2025)
Theater:
- The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2007, Broadway)
- La Bête (2010, Broadway and West End)
- 4000 Miles (2011, Lincoln Center Theatre)
Net Worth
Greta Lee is an accomplished American actress with an estimated net worth of $1.5 million derived mainly from acting roles across film and television, alongside select endorsements and theatre engagements.