Jung Il-hoon

Quick Facts: Who was Jung Il-hoon?

Subject:

Jung Il-hoon

Known for:

South Korean rapper, singer, and actor known for his time in the boy group BtoB.

Born:

1994-10-04

Century / Era:

1994s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Jung Il-hoon (Korean: 정일훈; born October 4, 1994), simply known as Ilhoon or Illhoon, is a South Korean rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He was a rapper in the South Korean boy band BtoB. He is well known for his collaborations with artists such as Hyuna and G.NA, as well as for being an assistant MC on the variety show Weekly Idol. Ilhoon made his acting debut starring in the drama Webtoon Hero: Tundra Show in 2015. He was also known for popularising the gestures for "Gwiyomi Player", later confirming that he was taught them by Yujin when she was a trainee.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

Jung Il-hoon was born on October 4, 1994, in Seoul, South Korea. He graduated from Hanlim Multi Art School and attended Korea College of Media Arts with acting course. He is the younger brother of singer Joo. As a trainee Jung had filled in for labelmate Yong Jun-hyung during some of G.NA's promotions for "I'll Back Off So You Can Live Better" on music shows, in 2010. In 2011, Jung, along with four other members of BtoB's initial lineup, made his acting debut in the JTBC sitcom, I Live in Cheongdam Dong.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Jung debuted as the main rapper of the boy group BtoB in 2012. The group made their official debut on Mnet's M! From 2012 to 2016, Jung was featured as a regular guest together with Apink's Bomi on the music variety show Weekly Idol. He collaborated with 4Minute's Gayoon with the song "My Love By My Side" for the musical of the same name. He also featured in Hyuna's "Unripe Apple" which was a track from her second EP, Melting.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1994 (1994-10-04): Birth of Jung Il-hoon — South Korean rapper, singer, and actor known for his time in the boy group BtoB.
2. 2010: 2010 Milestone — NA's promotions for "I'll Back Off So You Can Live Better" on music shows, in 2010.
3. 2011: 2011 Milestone — In 2011, Jung, along with four other members of BtoB's initial lineup, made his acting debut in the JTBC sitcom, I Live in Cheongdam Dong.
4. 2012: 2012 Milestone — Jung debuted as the main rapper of the boy group BtoB in 2012.
5. 2015: 2015 Milestone — Ilhoon made his acting debut starring in the drama Webtoon Hero: Tundra Show in 2015.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Jung Il-hoon

True or False: “Jung Il-hoon's initial departure from BtoB was solely due to creative differences with the group members.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): His departure was officially announced following an investigation into his use of cannabis.

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