Personal Details :
- Full Name: Lee Sun-mi (이선미)
- Date of Birth: May 2, 1992
- Age: 33 (as of July 2025)
- Birthplace: Iksan, North Jeolla, South Korea
- Nationality: South Korean
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
- Education:
- Attended Hwangnam Elementary, Cheongdam Middle & High School
- Earned GED; studied musical theatre at Dongguk University
- Height: 167 cm (5′6″)
- Weight: 45–50 kg (99–110 lbs)
- Blood Type: AB
- MBTI: INFP (often reported as INFP/INTP)
- Family:
- Mother, stepfather, and two younger brothers (Lee Dong & Lee Seung-dong)
- Father passed away in 2006
- Early Life: Became a JYP trainee at age 14; father passed away three months before her Wonder Girls debut at 15
- Health: Diagnosed with borderline personality disorder around 2015; shared experiences in her song “Borderline” (2021)
- Languages: Korean (native), English (fluent)
- Religion: Christianity
- Hobbies & Talents: Plays bass guitar, musical theater-trained, writes & composes her songs
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @miyayeah
- Twitter (X): @official_sunmi_
- Facebook: officialsunmi
- YouTube: SUNMI
- Weverse: SUNMI (official artist page)
- TikTok: Managed under official brand or promotions
Career Overview :
- 2007: Joined JYP Entertainment as a trainee.
- 2007–2010: Debuted as a member of the girl group Wonder Girls.
- 2010: Contributed to Wonder Girls’ international promotion including “Nobody” success in the US.
- 2013: Took a hiatus from Wonder Girls due to health issues.
- 2015: Returned as a solo artist with the digital single “Full Moon.”
- 2017: Released hit singles including “Gashina,” “Heroine,” and “Siren,” solidifying her solo career.
- 2018–2020: Continued releasing successful singles like “Lalalay,” “Noir,” and “pporappippam.”
- 2021: Released the single “Tail.”
- 2022: Participated in various collaborations and performances, maintaining her influence in K-pop.
- 2023: Released multiple singles and expanded her musical style incorporating various genres.
- 2024–Present: Continues active promotions, music releases, and has taken on roles as a mentor and performer in various shows.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Real Name: Lee Sun-mi (이선미)
- Birthdate: May 2, 1992
- Family: Lost her father in 2006; lives with her mother, stepfather, and two younger brothers
- Languages: Korean (native), English (fluent)
- Religion: Christianity
- Hobbies: Musical theater, playing bass guitar, songwriting, composing
- Health: Has been open about her diagnosis with borderline personality disorder and uses music as an emotional outlet
- Personality: Thoughtful, introspective, and creative
- Interests: Fashion, dance, and mentoring young artists
Net Worth :
- Estimated Net Worth (2025): Approximately $759,467 USD
- Estimated Net Worth (2024): Approximately $62.3 million USD
- Estimated Net Worth (2023): Approximately $25 million USD
- Estimated Net Worth (2022): Approximately $49.8 million USD
- Estimated Net Worth (2021): Approximately $43.6 million USD
Awards & Achievements :
- 2014: Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) – Best Dance Performance (Solo) for “24 Hours”
- 2018: Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) – Best Dance Performance (Solo) for “Gashina”
- 2019: Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) – Best Dance Performance (Solo) for “Siren”
- 2020: Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) – Best Dance Performance (Solo) for “Pporappippam”
- 2024: Seoul Music Awards – Bonsang Award
- 2018–2019: Multiple wins on Korean music programs for “Gashina” and “Siren”
- 2019: SBS PopAsia – Top 100 Asian Pop Songs of 2018 – Ranked 50th for “Siren”
- 2019: Gaon Chart Music Awards – Song of the Year (September) for “Siren”
- 2019: Seoul Music Awards – Bonsang Award nomination for “Siren”
- 2019: Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) – Best Dance Performance (Solo) nomination for “Siren”
Fun Facts :
- Sunmi debuted as a member of Wonder Girls at the age of 15.
- She lived in the United States during her childhood before returning to South Korea.
- Her solo debut song “24 Hours” was critically acclaimed and marked her transition from group to solo artist.
- Sunmi is known for her unique style and choreography, often participating in creating her own dance routines.
- She openly discusses her mental health struggles and uses her music as an outlet for expression.
- Sunmi is also skilled in musical theater and plays the bass guitar.
- Her stage name “Sunmi” is her real name, unlike many K-pop idols who use stage names.
- She is recognized for blending retro and modern concepts in her music videos and performances.
- Sunmi’s fandom is called “BamBam,” meaning “night” in Korean, reflecting her mysterious and charismatic image.
- She has collaborated with many artists across various genres, showcasing her versatility.