SEVENTEEN is a South Korean boy group formed by Pledis Entertainment. The group consists of thirteen members: S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino. Throughout their career, they have reached a large audience and become an internationally recognized K-pop group for their signature music and performances.

The group debuted on May 26, 2015, with the extended play (EP) 17 Carat, which became the South Korean project that spent the longest on the Billboard World Albums chart that year, as well as the only project by a debut act to appear on Billboard’s “10 Best K-pop Albums of 2015” list. The EPs FML and Seventeenth Heaven (both released in 2023) set records for the highest pre-order numbers in history, with FML earning the group their first Album of the Year award at the MAMA Awards and becoming the best-selling album of the year according to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI).

Seventeen is considered a “self-produced idol group”, with all members deeply involved in the composition, production, choreography, and other aspects of their songs and performances. They perform as a single group and are divided into three units—hip-hop, vocal, and performance—each with a different area of ​​specialization. They have been labeled as the “Performance Kings”, “Theater Kids of K-Pop”, and “K-Pop Performance Powerhouse” by various domestic and international media outlets.

Seventeen debuted on May 26, 2015, with a live showcase televised by MBC. They became the first K-pop boy group to debut with a one-hour live showcase on a major broadcast channel, with labelmates Lizzy and Raina of After School serving as MCs. Three days later, their first extended play, 17 Carat, was released digitally along with the music video for its title track “Adore U”. The physical album was released on June 2. The album peaked at number 9 on Billboard’s World Albums chart a week after its release and peaked at number eight, remaining on the chart for a total of eleven weeks. 17 Carat later became the longest-charting album of the year in the US K-pop charts and was the only debut album to appear on Billboard’s “10 Best K-pop Albums of 2015”.

Let’s get to know a little more about each SEVENTEEN member below:

S.Coups
Born: August 8, 1995
Position: Overall leader, Hip Hop unit leader, rapper
S.Coups is the charismatic leader of SEVENTEEN. Known for his protective and mature demeanor, he is a constant support figure for the other members. His rapping style is striking, and his leadership is respected by both members and fans. He balances firmness and affection well, being an essential pillar of the group.

Jeonghan
Born: October 4, 1995
Position: Vocalist
Jeonghan is known for his angelic good looks and strategic personality. Despite appearing calm and gentle, he is witty and enjoys joking around with the members. His soft vocals add an important emotional layer to the group’s songs.

Joshua
Born: December 30, 1995
Position: Vocalist
Joshua was born in the United States and is fluent in English, making him an important bridge to international fans. He is polite, kind, and has a sweet voice that shines on ballads and soft tracks. He is also known for his love of music and the guitar.

Jun
Born: June 10, 1996
Position: Main Dancer, Vocalist
Jun is Chinese and brings an international charm to the group. He is known for his graceful dancing and stagecraft—he also performed in China before making his K-pop debut. Jun has a laid-back personality, but he is creative and passionate about what he does.

Hoshi
Born: June 15, 1996
Position: Performance Unit Leader, Main Choreographer, Main Dancer
Hoshi is pure energy. Responsible for much of the group’s choreography, he is a perfectionist and passionate about dance. His nickname is “10:10” because of the shape of his eyes. He also has a comedic streak and is very charismatic on stage.

Wonwoo
Born: July 17, 1996
Position: Rapper
Wonwoo has a deep, powerful voice and an introspective rap style. He is reserved and calm, but is well-loved by fans for his intelligence, dry humor, and unique charm. Off stage, he enjoys reading and video games.

Woozi
Born: November 22, 1996
Position: Vocal Unit Leader, Producer, Lead Vocalist
Woozi is the musical brains behind much of SEVENTEEN. Despite his small stature, his presence is huge in the studio. He composes, produces, and writes lyrics for the group, and is admired for his talent and dedication.

DK
Born: February 18, 1997
Position: Main Vocalist
DK is known for his powerful and emotional vocals. His clear voice is essential to the group’s songs. Off stage, he is cheerful, positive and always upbeat, infecting the members with his good mood.

Mingyu
Born: April 6, 1997
Position: Rapper, visual
Mingyu is one of the visuals in the group — tall, handsome, and photogenic. He is also skilled in many areas: rapping, design, photography, and even cleaning (he is famous for being organized!). His personality is warm and caring.

The8
Born: November 7, 1997
Position: Main Dancer, Vocalist
Another Chinese member, The8 is elegant and artistic. His dances are graceful and often inspired by contemporary styles and martial arts. He is also open-minded and enjoys fashion, art, and spirituality.

Seungkwan
Born: January 16, 1998
Position: Main vocalist, face of the group
Seungkwan is one of the most expressive and funny members of SEVENTEEN. He shines both on stage and on variety shows. His vocals are emotional and powerful, and his personality is generous and protective of his bandmates.

Vernon
Born: February 18, 1998
Position: Rapper
Half Korean and half American, Vernon brings a unique style to the group. His rap is creative and authentic, with diverse cultural references. He is introspective, artistic, and interested in film and poetry.

Dino
Born: February 11, 1999
Position: Main dancer, maknae (youngest), vocalist
Dino is the youngest member of the group, but he shows maturity and talent beyond his years. He is an exceptional dancer, greatly influenced by Michael Jackson. Over the years, he has grown a lot as an artist, earning respect for his dedication and leadership in performances.

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JUNE
#1 DK
#2 HOSHI
#3 WONWOO
#4 S.COUPS
#5 MINGYU
#6 VERNON
#7 SEUNGKWAN
#8 DINO
#9 JUN
#10 JOSHUA
#11 WOOZI
#12 THE8
#13 JEONGHAN