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Soyeon

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Personal Details :

  • Full Name: Park So-yeon (박소연)
  • Birth Name: Park In-jung (박인정)
  • Date of Birth: October 5, 1987
  • Age: 37 (as of 2025)
  • Birthplace: Andong, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea
  • Height: 163 cm (5′4″)
  • Weight: Approximately 46 kg
  • Blood Type: B
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra
  • MBTI: ESFJ
  • Nationality: South Korean
  • Education: Anyang High School of Arts

Social Media Presence :

Career Overview :

  • 2009–2011: Debut & Early Activities
    • Joined T‑ara on July 29, 2009, as the second new member added after Jiae and Jiwon departed.
    • Served as main vocalist and later became the group’s fourth leader (December 2011 – July 2013).
    • Contributed to OSTs including “Death Bell 2: Bloody Camp” and “Coffee House.”
    • Appeared as a regular cast member on the variety show “100 Points Out of 100.”
  • 2012–2013: Acting & Sub-Unit Work
    • Starred in the musical adaptation of T‑ara’s hit “Roly‑Poly.”
    • Formed sub-unit QBS with Qri and Boram, targeting the Japanese market.
    • Released the Japanese single “Like a Wind.”
  • 2017: Departure from T‑ara
    • Left T‑ara after her contract with MBK Entertainment ended in May 2017.
  • 2020–2021: Solo Career & TV Appearances
    • Signed with Think Entertainment in July 2020.
    • Debuted as a soloist with “They Are All the Same” in February 2021.
    • Released her second digital single “Interview” in March 2021, co-writing the lyrics.
    • Appeared on TV shows such as “Miss Back,” “The King of Masked Singer,” and “Video Star.”
  • 2022: Personal Milestone
    • Confirmed marriage to professional soccer player Cho Yu‑min.
    • Wedding ceremony was postponed due to his sports commitments.

Personal Life & Interests :

  • Soyeon legally married professional football player Cho Yu‑min in early 2022 after three years of dating.
  • Their planned wedding ceremony was postponed to accommodate his sports schedule, particularly his participation in international competitions.
  • She is known for her reserved yet caring personality, often acting as a dependable figure among her former group members.
  • Enjoys organizing, collecting fashion accessories, and listening to trot music in her free time.
  • She is a practicing Christian and frequently donates to charitable causes, including animal shelters and disaster relief.

Net Worth :

  • Estimated Net Worth (2025): Approximately $1–3 million USD
  • Main Income Sources:
    • Music royalties and performances from T‑ara and solo releases
    • Acting roles in TV dramas and variety shows
    • Appearances on entertainment programs and endorsement deals
  • Notable Financial Highlights:
    • Released several solo singles and participated in high-earning television appearances
    • Maintains a strong social media presence and fanbase supporting her brand

Awards & Achievements :

  • With T‑ara:
    • Multiple music show wins on programs like Music Bank, Inkigayo, and M Countdown
    • Golden Disk Award – Digital Bonsang
    • Melon Music Award – Top 10 Artist
    • Nominated multiple times at Mnet Asian Music Awards
  • Solo Career:
    • Successful solo releases, with digital singles gaining notable attention
    • Involvement in popular television shows and OST performances
  • Theater & Performance:
    • Performed in the musical adaptation of “Roly‑Poly”
    • Contributed to live theater and OST project productions
  • Television & Variety:
    • Guest and cast appearances on well-known Korean entertainment programs
    • Recognized for strong performance and screen presence

Fun Facts :

  • Soyeon was originally set to debut with Girls’ Generation but left SM Entertainment six months before the group’s debut.
  • She won the Gold Prize at the 2005 Chin Chin Singing Competition before joining T-ara.
  • She has a strong interest in trot music and enjoys organizing her home meticulously.
  • Soyeon is known for being calm and dependable among her former group members.
  • She dislikes pineapple on pizza and has a habit of making anonymous donations to causes she supports.
  • She legally changed her name from Park In-jung to Park So-yeon before her official debut.