Yoo So-young

Quick Facts: Who was Yoo So-young?

Subject:

Yoo So-young

Known for:

South Korean actress and former member of the girl group After School.

Born:

1986-03-29

Century / Era:

1986s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Yoo So-young (Korean: 유소영; born March 29, 1986) is a South Korean actress, She debuted as a singer as a member of the girl group After School, before she graduated in late 2009. She is known for her supporting roles in Korean dramas, including Dream High 2 and High Society.

Career & Major Achievements

Yoo So-young debuted with After School's unofficial first appearance on December 29, 2008, at the SBS Song Festival, performing "Play Girlz" with Son Dam-bi. Prior to that, she made an appearance on KBS "TV Kindergarten One Two Three" as Hana; she also took part in 75th "Miss Chunhyang pageant", winning second place, in 2005.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

After School officially debuted in January 2009. She graduated from the group on October 29, 2009, to pursue a career in acting.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1986 (1986-03-29): Birth of Yoo So-young — South Korean actress and former member of the girl group After School.
2. 2005: 2005 Milestone — Prior to that, she made an appearance on KBS "TV Kindergarten One Two Three" as Hana; she also took part in 75th "Miss Chunhyang pageant", winning second place, in 2005.
3. 2008: 2008 Milestone — Yoo So-young debuted with After School's unofficial first appearance on December 29, 2008, at the SBS Song Festival, performing "Play Girlz" with Son Dam-bi.
4. 2009: 2009 Milestone — After School officially debuted in January 2009.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Yoo So-young

True or False: “Yoo So-young debuted as a singer with After School in 2008, making her debut performance at the SBS Song Festival.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While she made an unofficial appearance on December 29, 2008, her official group debut for After School was in January 2009.

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