Kim Kyu-jong

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Kyu-jong?

Subject:

Kim Kyu-jong

Known for:

South Korean entertainer, actor, and former member of the boyband SS501.

Born:

1987-02-24

Century / Era:

1987s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Kim Kyu-jong (Korean: 김규종; born February 24, 1987) is a South Korean entertainer, actor, and a member of boyband SS501. He made his musical debut in Goong: Musical, playing the lead role of Lee Shin, and debut as a solo artist in September 2011 with his mini album Turn Me On. Kim Kyu Jong was born on February 24, 1987, in Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, South Korea. His family consists of his parents and a younger sister, Kim Eun-ah. He studied at Baekje Arts College, and applied music.

Career & Major Achievements

Kim Kyu Jong debuted as a member of SS501 on June 8, 2005, along with their debut album entitled Warning. Their second mini album, Snow Prince was released in late 2005, five months after their debut. During this time, they already established their official fan club name, "Triple S", and its color, pearl green. The group earned popularity right away as they won many rookie awards after their debut. He started his acting career with a role in Mnet hip-hop music drama Break on May 11, 2006.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Kim, along with the members of SS501, except for Heo Young-Saeng who was recovering from surgery, lent their voices to the Korean version of the 2006 animated film Pi's Story. On August 21, 2006, when fellow member Heo Young-Saeng left the radio programme SS501's Youngstreet on Seoul Broadcasting System (SBS) due to a throat condition requiring laryngeal surgery, he took over being the DJ, and continued to host the programme with fellow member Park Jung-min. SS501 soon promoted their first studio album S.T 01 Now. In late 2007, they expanded their activities in the Japanese market to challenge themselves outside Korea with the release of their Japanese single Kokoro, along with the establishment of "Triple S Japan". After the single debuted at #5, they had 2 more successful releases in Japan entitled Distance and SS501.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1987 (1987-02-24): Birth of Kim Kyu-jong — South Korean entertainer, actor, and former member of the boyband SS501.
2. 2005: 2005 Milestone — Kim Kyu Jong debuted as a member of SS501 on June 8, 2005, along with their debut album entitled Warning.
3. 2006: 2006 Milestone — He started his acting career with a role in Mnet hip-hop music drama Break on May 11, 2006.
4. 2007: 2007 Milestone — In late 2007, they expanded their activities in the Japanese market to challenge themselves outside Korea with the release of their Japanese single Kokoro, along with the establishment of "Triple S Japan".
5. 2011: 2011 Milestone — He made his musical debut in Goong: Musical, playing the lead role of Lee Shin, and debut as a solo artist in September 2011 with his mini album Turn Me On.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Kyu-jong

True or False: “Kim Kyu-jong's initial mandatory military service was due to an exemption related to Hepatitis B carrier status.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): Although initially exempted, changes in conscription law allowed him to serve non-active duty as a public service worker.

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