J-Hope

South Korean rapper and dancer from BTS

J-Hope - South Korean rapper and dancer from BTS
Born

February 18th, 1994
31 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

South Korea

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Born in 1994, a prominent South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, dancer, and record producer gained global recognition as a member of the boy band BTS. This artist contributed significantly to BTS's rise with distinctive lyricism and energetic performances. Notably, solo projects include the mixtape 'Hope World' and participation in major collaborations. Achievements include record-breaking album sales and sold-out stadium tours worldwide, showcasing talent within the K-pop genre.

Released the mixtape 'Hope World'

Contributed to BTS's global album sales exceeding 20 million copies

Performed at major events including the Grammy Awards

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