Eugene Lee Yang

Eugene Lee Yang
Yang in 2021
Born (1986-01-18) January 18, 1986 (age 38)
Waco, Texas, U.S.
Alma materUniversity of Southern California
Occupations
  • Actor
  • producer
  • director
  • writer
  • author
Organization(s)2nd Try, LLC
PartnerMatthew McLean (2012–present)
Korean name
Hangul
양유진
Revised RomanizationYang Yu-jin
McCune–ReischauerYang Yuchin

Eugene Lee Yang (born January 18, 1986) is an American filmmaker, actor, writer, director, and producer. He became an internet celebrity for his work with BuzzFeed (2013–2018) and for being a member of The Try Guys, a comedy group who hosted a popular YouTube series (2014–2024).[1][2][3]

Yang is also known for his work with various human rights and LGBTQ+ advocacy charities such as The Trevor Project.

  1. ^ Montague, Zach (April 19, 2018). "BuzzFeed's Eugene Lee Yang Mixes Humor With Social Commentary". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved December 17, 2018. Mr. Yang is an online personality and film director who is best known for his role on BuzzFeed's 'The Try Guys.'
  2. ^ YANG, LEE (February 17, 2015). "How Buzzfeed's Eugene Lee Yang Became One Of The Most Recognizable Faces On The Internet". Kollaboration.org. Retrieved January 17, 2019.
  3. ^ Jones, CT (May 22, 2024). "The Try Guys Go From Trio to Duo". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 22, 2024.