Lee Hee-jin

Quick Facts: Who was Lee Hee-jin?

Subject:

Lee Hee-jin

Known for:

South Korean singer, actress, and former member of the K-pop group Baby V.O.X.

Born:

1979-05-16

Century / Era:

1979s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Lee Hee-jin (Korean: 이희진; born 16 May 1979) is a South Korean singer and actress and a member of girl group Baby V.O.X. Lee studied at Dong-Ah Broadcasting College, then made her entertainment debut in 1997 as a member of popular K-pop girl group Baby V.O.X. After Baby V.O.X. disbanded in 2006, Lee decided to pursue an acting career. After joining a few stage plays and musicals, Lee was cast in the television drama It's Okay, Daddy's Girl (2010).

Pivotal Works & Achievements

She has since played supporting roles in The Greatest Love (2011), My Lover, Madame Butterfly (2012), and Monstar (2013).

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In 2011, she was chosen Best New Actress in the TV Drama category at the 19th Korean Culture and Entertainment Awards.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1979 (1979-05-16): Birth of Lee Hee-jin — South Korean singer, actress, and former member of the K-pop group Baby V.O.X.
2. 1997: 1997 Milestone — Lee studied at Dong-Ah Broadcasting College, then made her entertainment debut in 1997 as a member of popular K-pop girl group Baby V.
3. 2006: 2006 Milestone — disbanded in 2006, Lee decided to pursue an acting career.
4. 2010: 2010 Milestone — After joining a few stage plays and musicals, Lee was cast in the television drama It's Okay, Daddy's Girl (2010).
5. 2011: 2011 Milestone — She has since played supporting roles in The Greatest Love (2011), My Lover, Madame Butterfly (2012), and Monstar (2013).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Lee Hee-jin

True or False: “Lee Hee-jin debuted as a member of the girl group Baby V.O.X in 1997.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): The provided text confirms that she made her entertainment debut in 1997 as a member of Baby V.O.X.

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