Jeon Jungkook
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Early Life and Background
Jeon Jung-kook, widely known as Jungkook, was born on September 1, 1997, in Busan, South Korea. He is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and record producer. Early in his career, Jungkook auditioned for the South Korean talent competition show Superstar K in 2011. Although he was not selected, his appearance drew the attention of several entertainment companies. He eventually signed as a trainee with Big Hit Entertainment, the agency that would go on to form BTS.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 1 Sep, 1997
- Age
- 22 yrs
- Occupations
- Singer
Record producer
Songwriter
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- Citizenship
- South Korea
- Birth Place
- Busan
- Education
- School of Performing Arts Seoul
Global Cyber University - Gender
- Male
- Description
- South Korean singer-songwriter
- Net Worth 2021
- 20 million
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BTS and Musical Career
Jungkook debuted as the main vocalist of the South Korean boy band BTS in 2013, under Big Hit Entertainment. BTS, also known as the Bangtan Boys, is a globally renowned seven-member group known for its wide-ranging influence in music and pop culture. By 2018, BTS had reached number one on the Forbes Korea Power Celebrity list, which measures the influence and popularity of South Korean public figures. The group has significantly contributed to the South Korean economy, with industry analysts estimating that BTS generates over $3.5 billion annually.
Achievements and Recognition
As a solo performer and member of BTS, Jungkook gained both national and international acclaim. In 2018, he was ranked number eight in a Gallup Korea annual poll identifying the most preferred K-pop idols in the country. That same year, his solo broadcast on V Live, a Korean live-streaming platform, garnered over 3.7 million views globally, highlighting his immense popularity.
