Kang Min-kyung

Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Kang Min-kyung

Role / Field:

South Korean singer and actress, known for her work with the duo Davichi.

Born:

1990-08-03

Century / Era:

1990s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Kang Min-kyung (Korean: 강민경; born August 3, 1990) is a South Korean singer and actress. She is one half of the duo Davichi, who rose to fame upon the release of their debut album Amaranth in 2008. Davichi has since released 3 studio albums, 6 extended plays and several hit songs such as "Don't Say Goodbye", "Turtle", "Missing You Today" and "8282".

Career & Major Achievements

Kang has also pursued acting, appearing in television dramas such as Smile, Mom (2010), Vampire Idol (2011), Haeundae Lovers (2012) and family drama The Dearest Lady (2015). On February 27, 2019, she debuted as a solo artist with her first extended play Kang Min Kyung Vol. 1.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

She launched a clothing shopping mall called 'Àvie Muah' in June 2020. On December 9, 2022, Kang donated 150 million won through Yonsei University Medical Center to support social programs for children and adolescents.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1990 (1990-08-03): Birth of Kang Min-kyung — South Korean singer and actress, known for her work with the duo Davichi.
2. 2008: 2008 Milestone — She is one half of the duo Davichi, who rose to fame upon the release of their debut album Amaranth in 2008.
3. 2010: 2010 Milestone — Kang has also pursued acting, appearing in television dramas such as Smile, Mom (2010), Vampire Idol (2011), Haeundae Lovers (2012) and family drama The Dearest Lady (2015).
4. 2019: 2019 Milestone — On February 27, 2019, she debuted as a solo artist with her first extended play Kang Min Kyung Vol.
5. 2020: 2020 Milestone — She launched a clothing shopping mall called 'Àvie Muah' in June 2020.
6. 2022: 2022 Milestone — On December 9, 2022, Kang donated 150 million won through Yonsei University Medical Center to support social programs for children and adolescents.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kang Min-kyung

True or False: “Kang Min-kyung debuted as a solo artist in 2018.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): She actually debuted as a solo artist on February 27, 2019, with her first extended play.

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