Personal Details :
- Full Name: Kim Hyo-yeon (김효연)
- Stage Name: Hyoyeon
- Date of Birth: September 22, 1989
- Place of Birth: Incheon, South Korea
- Occupations: Singer, Dancer, Rapper, DJ, Television Personality
- Group Affiliation: Girls’ Generation (SNSD), Girls’ Generation-Oh!GG, GOT the beat
- Solo Debut: December 2, 2016 (single “Mystery”)
- DJ Name: DJ HYO
- Pet Lover: Owner of three poodles named Barbara, Venus, and Bailey
- Known For: Main dancer, main rapper, sub-vocalist of Girls’ Generation; Fashion icon; Author of “Hyo Style”
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @hyoyeon_x_x
- Twitter: @hyoyeon_djhyo
- YouTube: HYOYEON STYLE
- Weibo: @hyoyeon_GG
Career Overview :
- Girls’ Generation (SNSD): Debuted on August 5, 2007, under SM Entertainment as the main dancer, main rapper, and sub-vocalist. Also part of sub-unit Girls’ Generation-Oh!GG and supergroup GOT the beat.
- Solo Music: Released debut solo single “Mystery” on December 2, 2016. Followed by tracks like “Deep” (2022) and “Retro Romance” (2024).
- DJ Career: Performs under the stage name “DJ HYO,” actively promoting in the EDM scene with club tours and concerts.
- Television Appearances: Competed in “Dancing with the Stars” (Season 2) in 2012, finishing in second place; appeared on “Invincible Youth 2” and coached on “Dancing 9.”
- Author: Published “Hyo Style” in 2015, a style guide featuring beauty, fashion, lifestyle tips, and a DVD.
- YouTube Channel: Launched “HYO’s Level Up” in 2024, featuring expert guests and educational content across various fields.
- Web Series: Released “TamnaHYO” in 2021, documenting her healing trip to Jeju Island.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Birth Name: Kim Hyo-yeon
- Birthdate: September 22, 1989
- Hometown: Incheon, South Korea
- Languages: Fluent in Korean, and has studied Chinese and English
- Hobbies: Dancing, fashion styling, DJing, and traveling
- Dance Passion: Hyoyeon has loved dancing since childhood and trained in various styles including hip hop, jazz, and Latin dance
- DJ Career: Performs under the name DJ HYO at music festivals and clubs
- Fashion: Known for her bold and unique fashion sense, often experimenting with street style
- Pets: She is an animal lover and has shared pictures with her dog on social media
- Personality: Often described as cheerful, down-to-earth, and humorous by fans and fellow idols
Net Worth :
As of the latest estimations (early 2025), Hyoyeon’s net worth is around USD 5 million. This valuation reflects her work with Girls’ Generation, her ongoing DJ career (as “DJ Hyo”), endorsements, variety show appearances, and investments .
Awards & Achievements :
- Female Newcomer (Dancing with the Stars 2) – MBC Entertainment Awards, 2012
- Only female dancer to win on “Hit the Stage” – Mnet dance–battle show, 2016
- Most Popular Artist (Singer) – Asia Artist Awards, 2016 & 2017
- Best All‑rounder (nominee) – APAN Music Awards, 2020
- Performance wins with Girls’ Generation:
- Gaon, Golden Disc, Seoul Music Awards, Melon Music Awards & Mnet Asian Music Awards – numerous wins between 2007–2017
- First Asian girl group to win three consecutive Golden Disc Grand Prizes, and twice crowned MAMA Artist of the Year (2011)
- Video of the Year – I Got a Boy – YouTube Music Awards, 2013 (as part of Girls’ Generation)
- Live‑viewership champion on Naver Shopping Live – Her show “HYO BOSS” ranked #1 in December 2021 with over 400,000 viewers
- First DJ tour in North America – “DJ HYO TOUR 2023” across 8 major U.S. & Canadian cities
- Launched “HYO’s Level Up” YouTube show – Premiered in May 2024, expanding her reach into online media
Fun Facts :
- Hyoyeon began dancing at the age of 8 and was accepted into SM Entertainment at just 11 years old.
- She trained in China alongside Super Junior’s Siwon before debuting.
- Her nickname among fans is “Dancing Queen” due to her powerful stage presence.
- Despite her tough and fierce dance image, she has a bright and goofy personality off-stage.
- Hyoyeon is ambidextrous—she can write with both hands.
- She is passionate about makeup and once considered becoming a makeup artist.
- She is one of the few K-pop idols to successfully transition into a DJ career, performing under the name DJ HYO.
- Hyoyeon is known for her witty and bold remarks on Korean variety shows.
- She is an animal lover and shares a strong bond with her pet dog.
- She has said that if she weren’t an idol, she would have pursued a career in fashion or beauty.