Yoon Ji-sung

South Korean singer and actor, Produce 101

Yoon Ji-sung - South Korean singer and actor, Produce 101
Born

March 8th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

South Korea

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Yoon Ji-sung gained prominence as a member of the boy band Wanna One, formed through the reality competition show Produce 101 Season 2. The group achieved significant commercial success in South Korea and disbanded in January 2019. Subsequently, Yoon ventured into a solo career, releasing music and engaging in various acting projects. He has participated in musical theater and appeared in dramas, showcasing his versatility as an entertainer. His career reflects a successful transition from a group artist to a solo performer and actor.

Member of Wanna One

Solo music releases

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