On this day, May 10, CIX member Bae Jinyoung celebrates his birthday as he turns 22 years old. In honor of his special day, let us get to know more about the "Wave" singer with some facts about him below!
To know more about the idol, keep on reading!
Who is CIX Bae Jinyoung?
Bae Jinyoung, also known as just Jinyoung, is a South Korean singer and a member of C9 Entertainment's five-member boy group, CIX. Bae Jinyoung made his debut as the lead vocalist, dancer, and center of the group back in July 2019.
However, prior to making his debut with CIX, Bae Jinyoung was a member of the project boy group, Wanna One, which was formed through the Mnet survival program "Produce 101." He promoted with the group from August 2017 until their disbandment in December 2018.
Facts About CIX Bae Jinyoung
1. Bae Jinyoung is a solo artist
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Following his promotions with Wanna One and prior to debuting with CIX, Bae Jinyoung made his debut as a solo artist. He released his debut single album "Hard To Say Goodbye" in April 2019, which features his self-composed track of the same name.
Prior to his album, he also had a fan meeting tour in Asia called "I'M YOUNG," where he visited several countries including South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, the Philippines, and Thailand.
2. Bae Jinyoung is allergic to shrimp
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While it is common for people to have seafood allergy, Bae Jinyoung is specifically allergic to shrimp! According to the idol, his tongue would begin to swell, sting, and itch if he comes into contact with shrimp.
3. Bae Jinyoung is an actor
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Back in July 2021, Bae Jinyoung was chosen to play the male lead in the WHYNOT Media original drama, "User Not Found." In this drama, which aired from December 2021 to February 2022, Bae Jinyoung played the character of Shin Yi Joon, a popular high school student who seems fierce on the outside, but is actually delicate. He starred in the drama alongside actresses Shin So Hyun and Han Ye Ji.
4. Bae Jinyoung learned short track speed skating
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Before Bae Jinyoung went into music, the idol revealed he had learned short track speed skating when he was younger. In fact, if Bae Jinyoung didn't pursue music, he would have trained to become an athlete for short track.
5. Bae Jinyoung has numerous nicknames
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Fans love having a connection with their favorite idols, and one of the ways to do that is by giving them a nickname! For Bae Jinyoung, fans have given the CIX member numerous nicknames, such as "BaeBae," "Baby," "Baedoongie," "BaeNyangie," "Lila High School Prince," "Big Eyes," "Choco Bread," "Cocoball," "Lovely Sexy Cutie," and "Guy Who Came Straight Out of the Comic Book," among others.
What other facts about CIX Bae Jinyoung do you know?
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Written by Robyn Joan
