Stray Kids (Felix) Biography: Profile, Net Worth 2025, Career, Background And Family

One of the most notable members of the South Korean boy band Stray Kids is Felix Yongbok Lee, also just called Felix. Felix has gained popularity in the international K-pop scene thanks to his powerful voice, mesmerising dancing abilities, and eye-catching appearance.

Profile:

Stage Name: Felix (필릭스)  

Birth Name: Felix Lee (이필릭스)  

Korean Name: Lee Yongbok (이용복)  

Birthday: September 15, 2000  

Nationality: Australian (Korean descent)  

Felix is praised for his ability to contribute as a dancer, rapper, and vocalist in Stray Kids. His unique deep voice often referred to as the group's "bass" makes him stand out, and his freckles and gentle, elf-like appearance have won him admirers all over the world. Felix, who speaks Korean and English fluently, effortlessly crosses cultural boundaries and gives the group a global flair.

Background:

On September 15, 2000, Felix was born in the Australian neighbourhood of Seven Hills, which is part of Sydney. He was raised in a Korean-Australian home and was exposed to both cultures. Although Felix's early years were spent in a conventional Australian environment, his parents, who are both of Korean ethnicity, established a strong connection to his background. He studied at Sydney's St. Patrick's Marist College, a Catholic private institution, juggling his studies with his developing passions for dance, music, and athletics.

Felix was a born athlete who was a third-degree black belt holder and a multiple medallist in taekwondo. At the 2015 Swimming Carnival, he placed second in his age category, demonstrating his competitive attitude in swimming. His dedication and physical prowess, which eventually transferred into his captivating stage performances, are highlighted by these early endeavours.
Felix's journey to K-pop fame started in an unusual way. In 2016, a JYP Entertainment representative scouted him over a private chat when he was still a high school student. Intrigued, he performed a freestyle dance during his audition, impressing the agency sufficiently to be invited to join as a trainee. Felix took a risk that would alter his life when he decided to leave Australia and relocate to Seoul, South Korea, to follow his passion after graduating from high school.

Net Worth 2025:

Felix is approximately to have a net worth of about $4 - $6 million USD in 2025. In addition to revenue from solo endeavours, brand endorsements like Louis Vuitton, and his position as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, this statistic also includes his earnings from his music career with Stray Kids, which includes record sales, concert tours, and songwriting contributions. This estimate is influenced by his expanding philanthropic and fashion influence as well as Stray Kids' worldwide popularity, yet precise numbers may differ because of the private nature of idol finances and continuous professional advancements.

Career:

Formation of Stray Kids and Pre-Debut

Felix formally joined JYP Entertainment in February 2017, marking the start of his career with the organisation. He trained for only a year, which is a very short time for a K-pop trainee, and was chosen by Bang Chan, the leader of Stray Kids, to take part in the survival show Stray Kids, which ran on Mnet from October to December 2017. The nine founding members of the show—Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, I.N., and Woojin—were hand-picked by Bang Chan with the goal of creating JYP's next boy group.
Felix had just recently arrived to Seoul, thus he had a lot of difficulties during the program, especially with his Korean language abilities. He was eliminated in episode 8 as a result of his difficulties, which put his fortitude to the test. However, Felix was brought back in the last episode thanks to popular support and a reassessment by Park Jin-young, the founder of JYP. It was confirmed on December 19, 2017, that Felix and the other nine members would make their Stray Kids debut.
Songs like "Hellevator" from the group's pre-debut EP, Mixtape, which was published in January 2018, demonstrated their unadulterated talent and self-producing skills. Felix's status in the group was established early on by his distinctive dance abilities and rich voice.

Making an Official Debut and Becoming Famous:

On March 25, 2018, Stray Kids made their formal debut with the release of their EP I Am Not and their lead hit, "District 9." Felix's talents as the group's lead dancer and rapper gave their strong performances more vigour and nuance. With I Am Who and I Am You, the I Am series continued, solidifying Stray Kids' position as a major force in K-pop, renowned for their complex choreography and edgy sound.
Felix's career took off as Stray Kids became well-known throughout the world. With the success of "God’s Menu," the group achieved their first Platinum certification and reached the top of the Gaon Album Chart with their 2020 album Go Live, which was a watershed moment. Felix's "killing parts" in songs like "God’s Menu" and "Side Effects" won over fans, demonstrating his ability to use his presence and voice to elevate tunes.
Felix's own endeavours broadened his influence beyond music. He used his proficiency to reach viewers throughout the world as the host of the English-language show Pops in Seoul from July 2019 until January 2020. By appearing on TWICE's Nayeon's solo song "No Problem" and releasing his own solo song "Deep End" on Stray Kids' SKZ-Replay album in 2022, he demonstrated a more subdued and reflective side of his craft.
Felix has an impact on philanthropy and fashion. He made his runway debut at Paris Fashion Week in March 2024 after being appointed a house ambassador for Louis Vuitton in August 2023. After years of gifts, including a significant ₩100 million donation to UNICEF in January 2024, he was also named a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for Korea in September 2024, becoming the youngest member of their Honours Club.
Felix's expanding prominence as a songwriter and composer for Stray Kids is reflected in the 24 songs he has registered with the Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA) as of early 2025.

Family:

Despite the distance between Sydney and Seoul, Felix remains close to his family. He has a younger sister, Olivia, and an older sister, Rachel (Jisue), making him the second of three children. Felix has disclosed that his parents are Korean immigrants who brought him up in Australia, although he does not discuss anything about his family. Particularly supportive of his work has been his mother, who in an interview with GQ Korea noted his growth from a Sydney teenager to a seasoned international star.
Felix made the sacrifice of leaving his family behind when he moved to South Korea, but he made up for it by keeping in touch via phone calls and visits. Reuniting with them following his debut was one of his happiest moments, he has stated, highlighting the significance of their support during his journey.