Park So-yeon

South Korean singer and actress from T-ara

Park So-yeon - South Korean singer and actress from T-ara
Born

October 5th, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

South Korea

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Born in 1987, a South Korean singer and actress gained prominence as a member of the girl group T-ara, which debuted in 2009. The group achieved significant commercial success with hit songs such as 'Bo Peep Bo Peep' and 'Roly-Poly.' In addition to music, ventured into acting, appearing in television dramas including 'Dream High 2' and 'My Love from the Star.' The focus remained on both singing and acting throughout the career.

Member of the girl group T-ara

Performed in hit songs like 'Roly-Poly'

Acted in 'Dream High 2'

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