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WONYOUNG ​

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SHOW WHAT I HAVE

WONYOUNG

Personal Background ​

Wonyoung was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea. She has an older sister. She attended English school when she stayed in Atlanta, Georgia temporarily when she was little. She graduated on February 9, 2023, from the School of Performing Arts Seoul (SOPA), under the Department of Practical Music.

Her older sister, Jang Daah, is a fairly new South-Korean actress under KINGKONG by STARSHIP who starred in her first TV drama, 'Pyramid Game' in 2024.

Career ​

Trainee and Pre-debut ​

Wonyoung joined Starship Entertainment as a trainee in 2016 after being scouted at a school event. She trained for about 1 year before participating in "Produce 48," where she ranked first and debuted as the center of IZONE in 2018. After IZONE’s disbandment in 2021, she debuted with IVE in December 2021.

Music Bank ​

In August 2021, she was announced as a permanent host for KBS's "Music Bank," alongside ENHYPEN's Sunghoon.

Debut with IVE ​

Wonyoung is known for being the group's center and one of the vocalists. She is recognized for her tall stature, striking visuals, and stage presence. Wonyoung has also been praised for her growth as a vocalist and performer since her debut.

Blue & Black ​

In July 2022, Wonyoung collaborated with fellow IVE member Leeseo on the promotional single "BLUE & BLACK" for the Pepsi Korea campaign. The song was released on June 28, 2022, and showcases Wonyoung and Leeseo's vocal abilities and has a catchy, upbeat vibe that aligns with the brand's energetic image.

Renewal of Contract Music Bank ​

On September 1, Wonyoung had renewed her contract as an MC on Music Bank for another year, continuing her role alongside actor,Lee Chae-min.

Stepping down from Music Bank ​

In January 2023, Wonyoung stepped down from her role as a host on "Music Bank" to focus more on her activities with IVE and her personal growth. During her tenure as a host, Wonyoung was praised for her professionalism, charm, and ability to connect with both the audience and the artists she interviewed. Her departure was met with mixed reactions from fans, who appreciated her contributions to the show but understood her decision to prioritize her career as an idol.

Jang Wonyoung and her agency, Starship Entertainment, filed a lawsuit against the operator of the YouTube channel "Sojang" (also known as "탈덕수용소" or "Taldeok Camp") for spreading false and defamatory information about her.

In a landmark victory, Jang Wonyoung won her civil lawsuit against the YouTuber, who was ordered to pay damages. This case has been seen as a significant precedent, as it was one of the first times a YouTuber's identity was revealed through legal action, holding them accountable for their malicious online actions. The ruling affirmed that the YouTuber's content was not based on objective facts but was instead fabricated and harmful, causing emotional distress to Jang Wonyoung and disrupting her professional activities.

Impact and Influence ​

Cultural Icon ​

Jang Wonyoung's influence has extended far beyond her music career. She has been dubbed a 4th Gen ‘IT’ Girl and is known as a fashion icon and brand ambassador, with items she wears often selling out quickly.

A significant cultural phenomenon associated with her is ‘Wonyoungism’, a lifestyle trend that promotes self-care, self-improvement, and a positive mindset. The movement encourages people to focus on their health, beauty, and personal growth through habits like healthy eating, exercise, skincare, and maintaining a disciplined and confident attitude.

The term ‘Wonyoungism’ has even emerged to describe the lifestyle she promotes, centered on self-care, self-improvement, and confidence.

'Lucky Vicky' Mindset ​

Largely credited to her professional mindset, which she calls the ‘Lucky Vicky’ mindset. This philosophy has helped her remain resilient and positive in the face of intense public scrutiny. Instead of getting affected by negative comments, she focuses on her own well-being and growth. She has stated that if a criticism isn't true, it doesn't affect her, and if it is, she works on improving herself, transforming potential negativity into motivation.

This mindset, combined with her natural talent and strong work ethic, has been key to her thriving career. Starting young, she quickly became known for her skills and visuals, leading her to secure the top spot on Produce 48. She has also maintained a disciplined routine for her physical and mental health and has even contributed to songwriting, showcasing a commitment to her craft beyond just performing. Her ability to create trends and secure major brand deals further solidifies her status as a cultural icon in the industry.

Technically this simplifies to the idea that Wonyoung sees good in things or scenario despite the challenges she faces.

'1000-year idol' ​

The moniker ‘1000-year idol’ is a reference to her exceptional and multifaceted success at a young age. This title highlights her ‘born-to-be-an-idol’ quality, with her career trajectory marked by significant achievements, such as finishing first in the survival show Produce 48, becoming a member of IZ*ONE, and then re-debuting with IVE. Her early and continued success, along with her ability to attract attention and garner brand deals, has led to this tag.

Hosting (MC) ​

Jang Wonyoung has a notable history as an MC (host) for various television programs and award ceremonies. She is particularly known for her long-standing role as a host for the annual Asia Artist Awards. Her ability to communicate fluently with idols in Korean, Japanese and English has made her a sought-after host for events involving international artists.

Here are some of the events she has hosted:

  • Music Bank: From October 2021 to January 2023, she was the host of the weekly music program Music Bank, first with Sunghoon from Enhypen and then with Lee Chae-min.
  • Asia Artist Awards (AAA): She has hosted this prestigious award ceremony for several consecutive years, including:
    • 2021 Asia Artist Awards
    • 2022 Asia Artist Awards
    • 2023 Asia Artist Awards
    • 2024 Asia Artist Awards
    • 2025 Asia Artist Awards (confirmed)
  • KBS Song Festival: She has also hosted the annual year-end festival for KBS.
    • 2022 KBS Song Festival
    • 2023 KBS Music Bank Global Festival
    • 2024 KBS Music Bank Global Festival
  • 2023 KCON LA - Day 1
  • 2024 Melon Music Awards (MMA) (special MC)

Awards and Nominations ​

Awards ​

  • KBS Entertainment Awards:
    • 2021: Best Couple Award (with Park Sung-hoon for their work on Music Bank)
  • Korea Youth Hope Awards:
    • 2022: Korea Youth Hope Award (Entertainment)
  • Asia Artist Awards:
    • 2023: Asia Celebrity Award – Music
    • 2024: Asia Celebrity Award – Music
    • 2024: Queen of AAA
  • Brand of the Year Awards:
    • 2025: Female Advertising Model of the Year
  • K-World Dream Awards:
    • 2025: Solo Artist Popularity Award

Nominations ​

  • KBS Entertainment Awards:
    • 2021: Rookie Award in Show/Variety Category (for her work on Music Bank)

Endorsements ​

Ambassadorships and Brand Collaborations ​

Wonyoung has been appointed as an ambassador or model for a diverse range of brands, including:

Luxury Fashion & Jewelry:

  • Miu Miu: Brand ambassador since December 2021. She has appeared in campaigns (e.g., Miu Miu Spring 2022 ready-to-wear) and attended events, such as the Miu Miu Select event and the SS23 show at Paris Fashion Week.

  • Bulgari: Brand ambassador, appointed in August 2025, promoting collections like the "Divas' Dream."

Previous Ambassadorships:

  • Fred Joaillier: First Korean ambassador, announced in August 2022.

Fashion & Lifestyle:

  • Tommy Jeans: Global brand ambassador, announced on August 30 (year unspecified), and starred in the Summer 2025 campaign.
  • Eider: Model for the French outdoor fashion brand, starting in August 2022.
  • Rolarola: New model for the clothing brand, revealed in February (2024).
  • New Balance: New ambassador for China, announced in 2025.

Previous Ambassadorships:

  • SJSJ: Muse for the South Korean casual fashion label, starting in February 2023.
  • Suecomma Bonnie: Muse for the South Korean footwear brand's 2022
  • Kirsh: Muse for the 2021 Winter and 2022 Spring/Summer collections.
  • Gospheres: Ambassador for the golfwear brand, appointed in July 2022.

Beauty & Haircare:

  • Innisfree: Global brand ambassador, announced in July 2021.
  • Hapa Kristin: Global ambassador and muse for the color contact lens brand, appointed in July 2022.
  • Amuse: New model for the beauty brand, starting in August (2023).
  • Kérastase: Brand ambassador for the French haircare company, introduced in April (2025), and featured in a Marie Claire Korea pictorial.
  • Dashing Diva: Representing the global nail care brand, starting in May (2025).
  • Medicube's beauty device AGE-R: New model, announced in July (2025).

Other Industries:

  • SK Telecom: Model, announced in May 2022.
  • Pepsi: Involved in the 2021 and 2022 K-Pop Campaigns (alongside Leeseo in 2022).
  • Woori Bank: Promotional model for the bank and its mobile service, introduced in February 2025.
  • Malto: Brand ambassador for the Vietnamese beverage company, announced in March (2025).
  • Binggrae: Advertising model for the Deep & Low ice cream line, announced in April (2025).
  • Dyson Korea: Ambassador, revealed in April (2025).
  • Downy Korea: Model, announced in July (2025).
  • JIM BEAM: Brand ambassador, announced in August (2025).

Magazine Covers and Pictorials: ​

Wonyoung has been the cover or featured in pictorials for numerous major magazines, including:

Covers: VOGUE (Korea, Japan), Harper's BAZAAR (Korea, a 2025 August issue cover preview was with Miu Miu), ELLE (Korea, Hong Kong), Dazed & Confused, Cosmopolitan, allure, Marie Claire, SUPERELLE (China), Grazia (China), SENSE (China).

Specific Issues Mentioned:

Harper's BAZAAR Korea (December 2021 cover, which announced her as Miu Miu ambassador; August 2025 issue cover).

  • Y Magazine (April 2022 issue, featuring Miu Miu and Bvlgari's Divas' Dream).
  • Harper's BAZAAR Korea (August 2022 issue pictorial for Gospheres).
  • allure (2023.05 B Type cover/pictorial).
  • COSMOPOLITAN (2023.07 C and B Type covers/pictorial).
  • Harper's BAZAAR (2023.11 A Type cover/pictorial).
  • VOGUE (2024.03 B Type cover; 2024.05 Japan cover).
  • Dazed & Confused (2025.04 covers/pictorial).
  • ELLE (HongKong) (2025.05 cover).
  • VOGUE 2025.03 A Type (Cover: IVE: JANG WONYOUNG)
  • Marie claire TOMMY JEAN Special Edition 2025 (Covers)

Fashion Shows ​

  • Miu Miu (2024, Oct): She attended the Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2025 show.
  • Miu Miu (2025, Mar): She attended the Miu Miu Fall/Winter 2025/2026 show.
  • Miu Miu (2022, Oct): She attended the Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2023 show.
  • Tokyo Girls Collection (2019): Walked the runway for 2019 Tokyo Girls Collection A/W fashion show

Songwriting Credits ​

Songwriting credits as a lyricist for the following songs:

For her former group IZ*ONE:

  • "Dreamlike" on the album Oneiric Diary (2020)
  • "WithOne" on the album Oneiric Diary (2020)

For IVE:

Discography ​

Solo Work ​

Promotional Singles:

Vocal Covers ​

Dance Covers ​

Performance Covers ​

Filmography ​

Television Shows ​

  • Produce 48 (Mnet, 2018) - This was the survival reality show where she was a contestant and finished in first place, securing her spot as the center of the project group IZ*ONE.
  • Happy Together (2019): She appeared as a special host on this popular talk show.

Web Shows: ​

  • IZ*ONE's Reality Shows: During her time with IZONE, she was a regular cast member in their reality series, including IZONE Eating Trip, IZONE: Arcade*, and ENOZI Cam.
  • IVE's Reality Shows: She is also a main cast member on IVE's reality shows, such as 1, 2, 3 IVE, IVE ON, and IVE LOG.

Films ​

  • EYES ON ME: The Movie (2020): She appeared in this documentary film about IZ*ONE.
  • IVE 1st World Tour: Show What I Have (2024): A concert film capturing IVE's first world tour, this was shown in many countries.

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