Luna

South Korean singer and actress

Luna - South Korean singer and actress
Born

August 12th, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

South Korea

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A South Korean singer, actress, and presenter, gained recognition as a member of the girl group f(x), contributing to the popularity of K-pop globally. Participated in various television dramas, including 'The Magical Cell Phone' and 'The Last Empress'. In addition to music and acting, hosted numerous entertainment programs, showcasing versatility across multiple platforms.

Sang as a member of f(x) from 2009 to 2019

Starred in 'The Last Empress' in 2018

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