Lee Sang Min Claims Grand Prize at 2025 SBS Entertainment Awards
Lee Sang Min wins the Daesang at the 2025 SBS Entertainment Awards. Check out the full list of winners, including Running Man and Lim Young Woong.
The long-awaited moment for Lee Sang Min has finally arrived. On December 30, 2025, he took home the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the 2025 SBS Entertainment Awards. His consistent leadership in My Little Old Boy and Dolsing Fourmen solidified his position as the top entertainer of the year.
2025 SBS Entertainment Awards Highlights and Winners
This year's ceremony showcased a perfect blend of variety veterans and fresh talent. While Lee Sang Min won the highest honor, the Producer Award—voted by the directors themselves—went to Yang Se Chan and Jun Hyun Moo. Yoo Jae Suk was once again recognized as the Face of SBS, proving his unrivaled longevity in the industry.
- Program of the Year: Running Man
- Trending Program: The Ballad of Us
- Best Couple: Yoo Jae Suk & Yoo Yeon Seok
New Categories and Special Mentions
A notable addition was the ESG Award, presented to trot superstar Lim Young Woong for his work on Island Bachelor Hero. This reflects the network's growing focus on social impact through entertainment. Meanwhile, the Rookie Awards were swept by Lee Chae Yeon, Lee Soo Ji, and Kim Won Hoon, signaling a bright future for the next generation of variety stars.
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