Faker is 30 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 7 May 1996.
South Korean League of Legends star for T1, widely seen as the greatest player in the game's history
Did you know?Fans and pundits often compare his standing in esports to Michael Jordan's in basketball.
Quick facts
Date of birth7 May 1996
Age30
NationalitySouth Korean
BirthplaceSeoul, South Korea
Editor's Take:
Faker is the most decorated player in League of Legends history. He burst onto the scene as a teenager and won the world title in his first year. His precise mechanics and calm decision-making became the standard for mid laners. After several leaner seasons he led T1 back to glory from 2023. Those wins made him the first player to take three world titles in a row. He has also won medals for South Korea at the Asian Games. He is a national celebrity at home and a hero to gamers everywhere.
Key Milestones
2013: Wins his first World Championship
2016: Wins a third World Championship
2023: Wins a fourth World Championship
2024: Becomes the first Hall of Legends inductee
Lee Sang-hyeok (Korean: 이상혁; born May 7, 1996), better known as Faker, is a South Korean professional League of Legends player. Debuting in 2013, he has played as the mid-laner for T1 (formerly SK Telecom T1) for his entire career.
