QUICK FACTS
Age
28
Birthday
August 31, 1997
Zodiac
Virgo
Position
Vocalist, Dancer
Birthplace
Busan, South Korea
Korean Name
전정국
BIOGRAPHY
Jeon Jung-kook was 13 when he auditioned for Big Hit Entertainment, having turned down offers from multiple larger companies including SM and JYP. He is BTS's maknae and its most commercially versatile solo performer — his 2023 single 'Seven' reached number one in over 100 countries and set Spotify streaming records. He completed mandatory military service in 2024.
Tattooing — he has extensive personal tattoo work and has spoken about the craft as a serious interest — weightlifting, painting, and cooking late-night meals for fellow BTS members.
DID YOU KNOW
- 01
Nicknamed the 'Golden Maknae' for excelling at nearly everything he tries
- 02
His solo single 'Seven' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100
- 03
Performed at the 2022 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Qatar
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