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Jeno: The Talented K-Pop Star Taking Over The World

Full Name Lee Je-no
Stage Name Jeno
Birthday April 23, 2000
Birth Place Incheon, South Korea
Age 23
Height 5‘10" (177 cm)
Instagram @leejen_o_423
Twitter @NCTsmtown_DREAM
YouTube NCT DREAM

Jeno is a South Korean singer, rapper, and dancer known for being a member of the K-pop boy band NCT and its units NCT Dream and NCT 127. With his smooth vocals, sharp dance moves, and flower boy visuals, Jeno has become one of the most popular members of NCT.

Early Life and Training Period

Jeno was born on April 23, 2000 in Incheon, South Korea. Showing an interest in performance from a young age, he auditioned for SM Entertainment in 2012 as a trainee. For the next four years, Jeno rigorously trained in singing, rapping, dancing, and music production. He was also part of SM Rookies, SM‘s pre-debut team, until his official debut.

Debut with NCT Dream

Jeno made his long-awaited idol debut on August 24, 2016 as a member of NCT Dream with their single "Chewing Gum." The song was a success, quickly establishing NCT Dream as a force to be reckoned with. Jeno‘s stable vocals, energetic dance skills, and flower boy visuals earned him popularity right away.

Over the next few years, Jeno actively promoted with NCT Dream, participating in comebacks like "My First and Last" (2016), "We Young" (2017), and "We Go Up" (2018). He also made his acting debut in the web drama ‘A-TEEN‘ in 2018, showcasing his versatility.

Joining NCT 127 and Solo Work

In January 2021, it was announced that Jeno would be joining NCT‘s Seoul-based unit NCT 127. He made his debut with 127 on the single "gimme gimme," impressing with his smooth rap delivery.

Aside from group work, Jeno has taken on solo projects as well. He released his first solo single "Dreaming" in 2019 for the Hotel Del Luna OST. In 2020, he appeared on the Mnet competition show Kingdom: Legendary War with NCT Dream, showcasing his stellar performance skills.

Fun Facts About Jeno

  • Jeno‘s nicknames are NoJam and Honey Jeno.
  • He trained in taekwondo for 10+ years and has a black belt.
  • Jeno loves cats – he has two named Bongsik and Seolie.
  • His hobbies include photography, gaming, and skateboarding.
  • Jeno is multilingual – he speaks Korean, English, and basic Chinese.

With his undeniable talent and charm, Jeno has cemented himself as an essential member of NCT. As his career continues to flourish, there is no doubt Jeno will only continue to win over more fans worldwide.