Biography
Jeon Jung-Kook (born 1st September 1997), whose popularity became global-wise with the stage name Jungkook, is a talented melodious South Korean singer and songwriter.
He is a member of an all-boys musical group called the BTS band, and he is the youngest artist in the musical crew. He is cherished for his melodious sound and handsomeness.
He has been a member of The BTS boy band alongside Kim Seok-jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, and V since its invasion.
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| Full Name: | Jeon Jung-Kook |
| Stage Name: | Jungkook |
| Born: | 1 September 1997 (age 24 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Mandeok-dong, Busan, South Korea |
| Musical Group: | BTS |
| Nationality: | South Korean |
| Height: | 1.79 m |
| Parents: | N/A |
| Siblings: | Jeon Jung-hyun |
| Wife • Spouse: | Not Married |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Jeong Ye (ex.), IU (rum.), BLACKPINK’s Lisa (rum.) |
| Children: | N/A |
| Occupation: | Singer • Songwriter |
| Net Worth: | US$20 million |
Early Life & Education
Jungkook was born on the 1st day of September in the year 1997. The young budding thespian was born and raised in Busan South Korea.
He comes from a family of 2, and he is the last child in his family. He has a brother named Jeon Jung-hyun.
Jungkook received his elementary education at the Baekyang School in Busan his hometown. The youngster was later transferred to Singu School in Seoul. He at first had dreams of becoming a badminton player when he was just a little boy.
But he had a change of plan when he saw G-Dragon, a popularly known South Korean musician performing a song titled “Heartbreaker” on television. According to Jungkook, G-Dragon influenced his musical career.
Personal Life
In the year 2017, Jungkook collapsed during a show performance in Chile. It was disclosed later on that he had been feeling ill, his management also revealed that there was no underlying cause for his illness, and there should be no cause for panic.
Jungkook reportedly suffered a heel wound during the “Love Yourself” World Tour in 2018. the injury prevented him from actively participating in the tour.
Since 2018, he has lived in Hannam-dong, Seoul, South Korea with his bandmates. In July 2019, he purchased an apartment in Yongsan District, Seoul worth over 4 billion in South Korean currency.
Rumor has it that Jungkook dated Jeong Ye, IU, and BLACKPINK‘s Lisa. He has no married wife or child.
Career
In the month of June 2013, Jungkook released a song titled “2 Cool 4 Skool” under the BTS musical group. During the time he was under the BTS band, he released three solo songs; the first is pop music titled “Begin“.
The second track is a future bass song titled “Euphoria“, and it was released as a 9-minute short film in April 2018.
The third track titled “My Time” topped at number 84 on the US Billboard Hot 100. “Euphoria” and “My Time” are the first and second longest charting solo tracks among K-pop singers on Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales chart, having spent 85 and 81 weeks respectively on the ranking.
In the year 2011, Jungkook auditioned for the South Korean talent show titled Superstar K. Although he did not make it to the finale, he received several offers from seven different entertainment companies, asking him to work with them.
Jungkook eventually became a signee under the Big Hit Music. Jungkook has also been applauded as the best artiste for two of BTS‘ songs titled “Love is Not Over” and “Magic Shop.”
Net Worth
Being a member of the global dominating BTS crew has been a profitable business for the young Jungkook. He has amassed an estimated net worth of US$20 million.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @bts.jungkook
- Twitter: @Jungkook_SNS
Discography
- Begin
- Euphoria
- My Time
- Perfect Christmas
- 2 Cool 4 Skool
