1. Kim YoHan (1999)

Pop Singer

Former member of the k-pop group X1 who performed as a singer and rapper for the band. He secured first place on the survival show Produce X 101 to become the center...

2. Jo Hyun-jae (1980)

TV Actor

Actor who found stardom through his roles on a number of Korean and Chinese television shows, including Star's Echo, 49 Days and The King's Daughter. He made his film acting debut in...

3. Alex Choi (1999)

YouTube Star

Automotive YouTube video creator who earned approximately 10 million views with his video "Lamborghini Launch Control Reaction Compilation." He has gained more than 700,000 subscribers.

4. Jina Han (1999)

Instagram Star

Instagram star who went viral for her various travel and artistic explorations as documented in the annual publication, j.h magazine.

5. Hong Joochan (1999)

Pop Singer

One of the main vocalists of the eleven member boyband Golden Child signed to Woollim Entertainment. The group became known for the August 2017 single "DamDaDi." 

6. Yi Sun-sin (1545)

Korean Naval Commander

Remembered best for his 1597 victory at the Battle of Myeongnyang, this Korean military leader earned the title of Naval Commander for his bravery against invading Japanese forces during the...

7. Kim Yoo-jung (1999)

Actress

South Korean actress who is best known for playing a role on the television series Dong Yi and May Queen. She won multiple awards including Best Actress for "Lovers of...

8. Kim So-hyun (1999)

Korean Actor

Korean actress who came to prominence in 2012 when she began portraying Yoon Bo-kyung on the drama series Moon Embracing the Sun. She has since been cast on television shows like...

9. Tiger JK (1974)

Rapper

Rapper who rose to fame in the 1990s after releasing his debut album Enter the Tiger in 1995. He founded the group Drunken Tiger in 1999.

10. Hwanhee (1982)

South Korean Singer And Actor

Korean singer and actor who found fame as a member of the R&B duo Fly to the Sky before releasing his first solo mini-album, H-Soul, in 2009. He debuted as...

11. Kim Bum (1989)

Korean Actor And Singer

Played the role of So Yi-Jung, one of the F4 princely boys of Shinhwa High School, in the South Korean drama Boys Over Flowers.

12. Lee Joon (1988)

Singer

K-pop star who performs with the male group MBLAQ and who has worked with J. Tune Camp. He has also appeared in movies like Gnomeo & Juliet.

13. Taeyong (1995)

Pop Singer

Rose to fame first as a member of the K-pop group SM Rookies and then, in 2016, as a member of the supergroup NCT and its award-winning subgroups NCT U and NCT 127. He...

14. Yoon Hye-jin (1980)

Dancer

Korean ballet dancer who's performed internationally. She first rose to fame after gaining the title of Prima Ballerina in the Korean National Ballet and performing as the Sugar Plum Fairy...

15. Ko Ji Yong (1980)

Dancer

A member of the dance idol group Sechs Kies, the group was a member of the first-generation of K-pop idol dance groups. Though they disbanded in 2000, they eventually reunited in...

16. Ye-won Kang (1980)

TV Actress

South Korean actress who is known for appearing in films, television series, and musicals. She is most recognized for her role as the character Kim Hee-mi in the 2009 film...

17. Jo Seung-woo (1980)

Movie Actor

Known for his starring roles in such South Korean films as Marathon and The Classic, he also appeared in stage productions of Hedwig and the Angry Itch and Jekyll &...

18. Min Soo Yoon (1980)

R&b Singer

Vocalist and television personality notable for making up one-half of the South Korean R&B group Vibe.

19. Kang Sunghun (1980)

Pop Singer

First rose to fame in the 1990s as a member of the South Korean boy band Sechs Kies. After the group's dissolution in 2000, he embarked on a solo career. In...

20. Soy Kim (1980)

Movie Actress

South Korean actress, singer, songwriter, and model. She is most recognized for her appearance in the 2007 film The Cut as well as the 2013 film Rough Play. 

21. Park Go Eun (1980)

Cellist

Cellist who found acclaim appearing at KBS 2TV Entertainment Weekly in 2013.  She won the 2006 Yale Gordon String Competition.

22. Tyler Kwon (1980)

Film Producer

Film and television producer who is best recognized for having founded the South Korean company Coridel Entertainment. In 2015, the company merged with the record label Clear Company to become an entertainment...

23. Ji Jin-hee (1971)

Actor

Actor who starred as Min Jung-ho in the South Korean historical drama series Dae Jang Geum (Jewel in the Palace) in 2003.

24. Park Ji-Sung (1981)

Footballer

Midfielder who played for Manchester United from 2005 to 2012 before transferring to the Queens Park Rangers; became one of the most decorated Asian soccer players ever; joined the South Korean national...

25. Verbal Jint (1980)

Rapper

Hip hop and K-pop star known for his albums The Good Die Young, Framed, and Go Easy. He's had more than a dozen top 10 hits in South Korea.

26. Kim Hyung-sung (1980)

Golfer

South Korean golfer who turned professional in 2005 and joined the Japan Golf Tour in 2009. He won the 2012 Vana H Cup KBC Augusta.

27. Claudia Kim (1985)

TV Actress

After starring in the MBC sitcom Standby, Kim was cast in a supporting role in the Marvel and Walt Disney film Avengers: Age of Ultron. Her other screen acting credits include...

28. Lee Yu-bi (1990)

South Korean Actress

Known best for her roles as Kang Choco and Park Chung-jo in, respectively, KBS2's The Innocent Man and MBC's Gu Family Book, this South Korean television actress also starred in...

29. Tablo (1980)

Canadian Actor

Indonesian rapper also known by the name name Daniel Armand Lee. He is best known for his work with the South Korean hip-hop group Epik High. Also a DJ and...

30. Chun Jung-myung (1980)

Korean Actor

Known for his starring roles in South Korean drama series such as Cinderella's Sister, Fashion 70's, and The Duo, this popular actor also played leading roles in several South Korean...

31. Jin Goo (1980)

Korean Actor

Known for his career in the South Korean film and TV industries. In 2009, he won the Grand Bell award and Blue Dragon Film award for best supporting actor for...

32. Joo Sang-wook (1978)

South Korean Actor

Famous for his SBS Drama Award-winning performances in the South Korean television shows Giant and Birth of a Beauty, as well as for his KBS Drama Award-winning and MBC Drama...

33. Hwangbo (1980)

South Korean Singer

South Korean rapper and singer famous for albums like 2007's Lady In Black. She first rose to prominence as a member of the girl group Chakra, with whom she performed...

34. Bill Stax (1980)

Rapper

Korean rapper who is most famous for being a member of the hip-hop collective known as Just Music. He is considered one of the pioneers of Korean rap and has...

35. Yoo Se-yoon (1980)

South Korean Comedian Presenter

Comedian who has gained fame for hosting popular South Korean TV variety shows, including SNL Korea and Duet Song Festival. He has also risen to popularity as one-half of the...

36. Jang Yoon-ju (1980)

South Korean Model

Instagram star and model who is known for posting a mix of both unique photography, studio modeling content, and lifestyle photos featuring her travels and unique foods to her over 1.1...

37. Gong Hyo-jin (1980)

South Korean Actress

Most famous for her starring role in the 2008 film Crush and Blush, this South Korean actress also appeared in such television series as Master's Sun and The Greatest Love....

38. Kim So-yeon (1980)

Korean Actor

Actress who has won much acclaim for her performances on such television series as Happy Home, Iris, Two Weeks and All About Eve. She has also had starring roles in such...

39. Jun Jin (1980)

South Korean Television Personal

South Korean K-pop singer known for being a member of the boyband Shinhwa. He's also released the solo album New Decade and the EPs Fascination and #Real#.

40. Baek Ji-young (1976)

South Korean Singer

Pop singer who released the albums Smile and The Sixth Miracle and was the MNet Asian Music Award winner for Best Female Solo Artist in 2006.

41. Sung Si-kyung (1979)

Korean Singer

Known for such popular albums as Like the First Time and Melodie D'Amour, this Seoul Music Award, Golden Disk Award, and Mnet Asian Music Award-winning ballad singer also had a...

42. Jang Seo-hee (1972)

South Korean Actor

Known for her roles in such Seoul Broadcasting System (SBS) and Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) television series as, respectively, Temptation of a Wife and Miss Mermaid, this award-winning South Korean...

43. Yoon Eun-hye (1984)

South Korean Singer-actor

South Korean actress, singer and model who played lead television roles in Missing You and Princess Hours, and has done much to help charities.

44. Lee Da Bin (1996)

Rapper

South Korean pop singer who is best known as a member of the girl group Momoland. Her group is known for EPs such as Freeze! and Welcome to Momoland. She signed an...

45. Jo Hyun Ah (1989)

R&b Singer

Rhythm and blues singer/songwriter who is best known for her work with the South Korean group Urban Zakapa. With the group, she was nominated for the Song of the Year award...

46. Bo-ra Nam (1989)

TV Actress

Actress who is perhaps most famous for her role as Kim Saet-byul on the romantic drama series Sarangman Halrae. She has also given acclaimed performances on shows like Only Love, which earned her...

47. J-Hoon (1990)

Pop Singer

Leader, lead dancer and lead vocalist of the award-winning K-pop group B.I.G. The group was formed by GH Entertainment.

48. Ju-seung Lee (1989)

Movie Actor

South Korean actor who is best known for appearing in several different independent films. He is most recognized for his role in the 2014 film Shuttlecock where he played the...

49. Kim Young-dae (1996)

Film Producer

Actor and model best known for appearing on the South Korean television series Extraordinary You. He has also appeared on MBC's Idol Radio. 

50. Jung Il-hoon (1994)

Rapper

South Korean rapper and actor best known as a member of the boy band BtoB. He became an assistant MC in the variety show Weekly Idol and made his acting debut...