Personal Details :
- Full Name: Rebekah Kim (레베카 김)
- Stage Name: Bekah (베카)
- Date of Birth: August 11, 1989
- Age: 35 (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
- Height: 168 cm (5’6″)
- Weight: 52 kg (114 lb)
- Blood Type: AB
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Nationality: American (of Korean descent)
- Education: Moanalua High School, Hawaii
- Languages: English (fluent), Korean (fluent)
Social Media Presence :
- Facebook: BekahOfficial
- TikTok: rebekahkim
- YouTube: Bekah (Personal Channel)
- Online Store: I Crave You
Career Overview :
- Bekah was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, and was scouted by Pledis Entertainment while still in high school.
- She moved to South Korea and trained under Pledis before debuting as an original member of After School in January 2009.
- Debuted with After School on January 15, 2009, with the single “AH!” and gained recognition for her rap and vocal skills.
- Acted as the main rapper and sub-vocalist for the group, contributing to hit tracks such as “Diva,” “Bang!,” and “Because of You.”
- Known for her powerful stage presence and unique charisma within After School’s rotating member system.
- Graduated from After School on June 17, 2011, to pursue her dream of becoming a designer.
- Released a solo graduation track titled “Take Me to the Place” on July 11, 2011, as a farewell gift to fans.
- Collaborated with other artists, including Lee Hyori (“Bring It Back”), Seo In Guk (“At First Sight”), and Kahi (“Sinister”).
- Launched her own handmade jewelry brand called I Crave You in 2012, blending her passion for fashion and art.
- Temporarily stepped away from the entertainment industry to study design in Hawaii.
- In 2021, made a surprise return for After School’s reunion performance on the variety show “MMTG,” reuniting with former members and performing old hits.
- Later in 2021, announced her return to music through a YouTube video, expressing her desire to reconnect with fans creatively.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Bekah was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, and is of Korean-American descent.
- She was initially interested in becoming a designer and returned to Hawaii after her idol career to pursue studies in design.
- Known for her artistic skills, Bekah enjoys drawing, crafting, and jewelry making—she later launched her own brand, “I Crave You.”
- Fluent in both English and Korean, she served as a cultural bridge between Western and Korean fans during her time in After School.
- Despite leaving the idol industry, Bekah has remained connected to fans through social media and occasional public appearances.
- She has openly spoken about the physical and mental challenges of being a K-pop idol, especially as a foreign-born trainee.
Net Worth :
As of 2024–2025, Bekah’s estimated net worth ranges between $1 million and $2 million, primarily from her career as a Korean pop singer and rapper with After School. Her entrepreneurial ventures—like her jewelry brand—and social media earnings further contribute to her assets.
Awards & Achievements :
- Achieved multiple #1 wins on Korean music programs with After School, including a music show Triple Crown for “Because of You” on SBS Inkigayo.
- Credited as the main rapper and lyricist for group tracks, contributing to After School’s unique sound.
- Collaborated with top artists like Lee Hyori (“Bring It Back”), Seo In Guk (“At First Sight”), and Kahi (“Sinister”), highlighting her versatility.
- Reached #2 on the Billboard Dance Chart in 2007 as part of S.Blush before joining After School.
- Graduated with a solo track “Take Me to the Place” in 2011, celebrating her departure and dedication to her fans.
- Launched a successful handmade jewelry brand and transitioned into entrepreneurship, demonstrating creativity beyond music.
Fun Facts :
- Bekah was one of the few K-pop idols born and raised in Hawaii, giving her a unique cultural perspective in the industry.
- Before joining After School, she was briefly part of the group S.Blush, which charted on the Billboard Dance Chart.
- She’s an accomplished artist and designer—her jewelry line “I Crave You” features handmade pieces she personally crafts.
- Bekah returned to South Korea in 2021 for an After School reunion performance, marking her first stage in over a decade.
- Despite stepping away from idol life, she has remained close friends with former After School members.
- She once shared in an interview that the least sleep she got as an idol was just 30 minutes in a day.