Actor Lee Junho lit up the 10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards 2025 (AAA 2025), taking on dual roles that showcased his star power: co-hosting the ceremony with IVE’s Jang Wonyoung and winning one of the night’s major honors, the Popularity Award.
A Stunning Opening With Jang Wonyoung
On December 6, at the Kaohsiung National Stadium in Taiwan, Lee Junho and Jang Wonyoung stepped onto the grand stage as MCs, officially marking the start of the milestone 10th anniversary ceremony. The pair immediately captured attention—often described as “the perfect visual duo”—setting an elegant and electrifying tone for the night.
Photos from the event show Lee Junho and Wonyoung standing side by side on the massive stadium stage, confidently leading thousands of fans into the opening segment.
Junho Wins the Popularity Award
Later in the evening, Lee Junho was also awarded the Popularity Award, reaffirming his strong global fanbase and his continued rise as one of Asia’s leading actors.
During his acceptance speech, Junho expressed deep gratitude to his fans:
“I was able to receive this award because my fans worked tirelessly for me. I dedicate this trophy entirely to them.”
His words were met with loud cheers across the stadium and from online viewers tuning in through MTN and Weverse.
The Night Belonged to Junho
Between MC duties, standing at the center of the red carpet, and securing a major award, Lee Junho proved once again why he remains one of the most in-demand stars in the region. His poised hosting alongside Jang Wonyoung and his heartfelt speech made him one of the most talked-about figures of AAA 2025’s opening night.
Editor’s Insight
Lee Junho’s presence at the 10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards (AAA 2025) was more than just a hosting gig; it was a “quadruple crown” victory lap that officially cemented his status as the industry’s most reliable leading man. While his chemistry with co-host Jang Wonyoung—which even included a surprise opening waltz performance—stole the social media spotlight, the real story lies in his trophy haul.
By taking home the AAA Best Actor of the Year (Daesang), along with the Best Artist, Fabulous, and Popularity awards, Junho has achieved a rare level of dominance. This win is particularly significant because it honors his work in Typhoon Family, proving he can carry a double-digit rating drama just as easily as he did with The Red Sleeve and King the Land. In the 2026 landscape, Junho isn’t just an “idol-actor” success story anymore—he is the gold standard for how to balance massive global popularity with critical, award-winning acting prestige. With his next project Cashero already generating buzz, AAA 2025 felt like the perfect coronation for a year he truly owned.