Jisoo

South Korean singer, actress, BLACKPINK member

Jisoo - South Korean singer, actress, BLACKPINK member
Born

January 3rd, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

South Korea

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Born in South Korea in 1995, a prominent singer and actress gained widespread recognition as a member of the K-pop girl group BLACKPINK. The group debuted in 2016 under YG Entertainment and quickly rose to prominence in the global music industry. Simultaneously, ventured into acting, appearing in the drama series 'Snowdrop' in 2021, showcasing talent beyond music. Has built a substantial fan base both domestically and internationally, participating in various brand endorsements and fashion events.

Singing in BLACKPINK, released hits like 'DDU-DU DDU-DU'

Acting in the series 'Snowdrop'

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