Seventeen members and the stories behind their fame and global influence
Seventeen is a South Korean K-pop group known for its self-produced music, synchronised performances, and strong teamwork. The group is composed of multiple units that highlight each member’s strengths in vocals, rap, and dance. Their dedication and creativity have helped them gain global recognition and influence.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Key takeaways
- SEVENTEEN's profile summary
- Who are the Seventeen members?
- Seventeen members' ages
- 1. S.Coups
- 2. Jeonghan
- 3. Joshua Hong
- 4. Jun Moon
- 5. Hoshi
- 6. Wonwoo
- 7. Woozi
- 8. DK
- 9. Mingyu
- 10. The8
- 11. Seungkwan
- 12. Vernon
- 13. Dino
- Seventeen's religion
- What is the net worth of the members of seventeen?
- How many leaders are there in Seventeen?
- Why are there 3 leaders in Seventeen?
- How is Seventeen divided?
- Why is Seventeen called BSS?
- When did Seventeen disband?
- How many members does Seventeen have?
- Who is the oldest in Seventeen?
- Who are the Seventeen's ex-members?
- Trivia
Key takeaways
- The South Korean K-pop group was formed by Pledis Entertainment with 13 members.
- The Seventeen members are divided into Vocal, Hip-Hop, and Performance units, highlighting individual strengths.
- They are widely known as a self-producing group, actively involved in music production and choreography.
- Seventeen members gained global influence through world tours, international chart success, and a strong worldwide fan base.
SEVENTEEN's profile summary
Full name | Seventeen or SVT |
Year of formation | 2015 |
Country of origin | South Korea |
Number of members | 13 |
Group composition | Three units |
Genre of music | Pop, Hip-hop |
Number of albums | Three |
Official fan colours | Serenity and rose quartz |
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Who are the Seventeen members?
The band comprises thirteen boys who play different roles, especially during their performances. Those roles fall into three units: vocal unit, performance unit, and Hip-hop unit. Below are the details of each band member, including their real names, ages, and personalities.
Seventeen members' ages
The above summary profile of the individuals shows the particular birthdays of the Seventeen members. If you want a quick list of their ages as of the writing of this piece, here they are, arranged in order from oldest to youngest
No | Name | Age as of 2026 |
1 | S.Coups | 30 years |
2 | Jeonghan | 30 years |
3 | Joshua | 30 years |
4 | Jun | 29 years |
5 | Hoshi | 29 years |
6 | Wonwoo | 29 years |
7 | Woozi | 29 years |
8 | DK | 29 years |
9 | Mingyu | 28 years |
10 | The8 | 28 years |
11 | Seungkwan | 28 years |
12 | Vernon | 28 years |
13 | Dino | 28 years |
As we take a closer look at the Seventeen members, fans are often curious about their age, height, and birthdays. Beyond these personal details, their talent and teamwork have drawn comparisons to other global K-pop groups like BTS, highlighting their rising influence.
1. S.Coups
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- Full name: Choi Seungcheol
- Date of birth: August 8, 1995
- Age: 30 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Daegu, South Korea
- Height: 178 cm
S.Coups has excellent rap skills, is a songwriter, and is a team leader who has been instrumental in producing many of their songs.
2. Jeonghan
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- Full name: Yoon Jeong Han
- Date of birth: October 4, 1995
- Age: 30 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Hwaseong, South Korea
- Height: 178 cm
Jeonghan was born in South Korea. He performs as the lead vocalist in the group. The musician became a trainee in 2013, can play the bass guitar, and is closest to Joshua in the group. He and Hoshi made guest appearances as judges for King of Masked Singer.
3. Joshua Hong
- Full name: Hong Ji Soo
- Date of birth: December 30, 1995
- Age: 30 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Height: 178 cm
His birth name is Joshua Hong, and his Korean name is Hong Ji Soo. He was born and raised in the US but is fully Korean. He is a lead vocalist for Seventeen, who identifies music as his life.
4. Jun Moon
- Full name: Moon Jun Hwi
- Date of birth: June 10, 1996
- Age: 29 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Shenzhen, China
- Height: 182 cm
He also goes by the names Wen Junhui and Moon Jun Hwi. Unlike the rest of the other band members, he is Chinese, as he was born in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. As a member of the performance unit, Jun is known for his excellent dance skills. He speaks Mandarin and Korean, is a former child actor in China and is a member of the boy group NU'EST-M.
5. Hoshi
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- Full name: Kwon Soon Young
- Date of birth: June 15, 1996
- Age: 29 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Namyangju, South Korea
- Height: 177 cm
Hoshi is the leader of Seventeen's performance unit, orchestrating most of the group's choreographies. He holds a black belt in Taekwondo, and as the main dancer, Hoshi has powerful dance skills, which he ensures to showcase in his performances.
6. Wonwoo
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- Full name: Jeon Won Woo
- Date of birth: July 17, 1996
- Age: 29 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Changwon, South Korea
- Height: 182 cm
Wonwoo was born in Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-do, in South Korea. Voted by the group as the cleanest member, Jeon Won Woo is an amazing rapper and vocalist widely known for his deep voice. He also wears contact lenses or glasses due to his poor eyesight.
7. Woozi
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- Full name: Lee Ji Hoon
- Date of birth: November 22, 1996
- Age: 29 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Busan, South Korea
- Woozi's height: 166 cm
He is a Busan-born South Korean, an only child. Woozi has been playing band instruments and the clarinet since he was young. He is currently Seventeen's main producer and vocalist and is best known for his cool yet mysterious high-pitched voice.
8. DK
- Full name: Lee Seok Min
- Date of birth: February 18, 1997
- Age: 29 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Suji-gu, South Korea
- Height: 180 cm
He is South Korean, born in Suji-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Lee Seok Min is the group's main vocalist. His and Vernon's birthdays fall on the same day, and he is best known for being cast as King Arthur in the musical Xcalibur.
9. Mingyu
- Full name: Kim Min Gyu
- Date of birth: April 6, 1997
- Age: 28 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Anyang-si, South Korea
- Height: 186 cm
Many people consider him the face of the group. He is the tallest member of the group, ranks himself #1 for visuals in the Hip-hop unit, and that explains why Min Gyu IS probably in charge of hair styling for the band members.
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10. The8
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- Full name: Xu Ming Hao
- Date of birth: November 7, 1997
- Age: 28 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Haicheng, Liaoning, China
- Height: 179.8 cm
Among all the group members, The8 notably has the most striking name. He is also a Chinese member of the group with excellent dance skills. He is skilled in Chinese Wushu (martial arts), which he has practised since he was five years old, and has incorporated the art in his performances.
11. Seungkwan
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- Full name: Boo Seung Kwan
- Date of birth: January 16, 1998
- Age: 28 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Busan, South Korea
- Height: 174 cm
Seungkwan is the main vocalist, has powerful vocals, and his comedic personality makes him the mood maker in the group. Seungkwan has appeared in several South Korean variety shows, where he won the 2018 rookie entertainer award.
12. Vernon
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- Full name: Hansol Vernon Chwe
- Date of birth: February 18, 1998
- Age: 28 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: New York, USA
- Height: 178 cm
Vernon was born in the United States. His father is Korean, and his mother is American. His last name was mistakenly written as Chwe on his birth certificate instead of Choi.
He is the rapper, vocalist and face of the group who idolises Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole. Vernon competed in Show Me The Money 4 but got eliminated in the third round.
13. Dino
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- Full name: Lee Chan
- Date of birth: February 11, 1999
- Age: 28 years (as of 2026)
- Place of birth: Iksan-si, South Korea
- Height: 174 cm
Dino seems to have gotten the dance gene from his parents, who are dancers. His father owned a dance class where he trained his art. Dino is the youngest of the Seventeen group members, idolises the late Michael Jackson, and has amazing dance skills.
Seventeen's religion
Not much is known about the religions of the SVT members because none of them has come out to clearly state their beliefs. While their religious beliefs vary, their shared passion for music unites them on stage and in their dedicated fan base.
What is the net worth of the members of seventeen?
As of 2025, reports suggest that Seventeen has an estimated net worth of $30 million - $45 million as a group, a figure that still holds up when you break it down to unveil the individual net worth of its members.
How many leaders are there in Seventeen?
S. Coups, Woozi and Hoshi serve as the leaders of each unit, with S. Coups serving as the overall leader of Seventeen as a whole.
Why are there 3 leaders in Seventeen?
The group is divided into three sub-units, each with a leader. S.Coups is the leader of the hip-hop unit, Woozi is the leader of the vocals unit, and Hoshi is the leader of the performance/dance unit.
How is Seventeen divided?
They perform as one group and are divided into three units—hip-hop, vocal, and performance—each with a different area of specialisation, and have also produced five sub-units: BSS, JxW, HxW, CxM and DxS.
Why is Seventeen called BSS?
BSS is an acronym that stands for BooSeokSoon, a combination of a syllable from each of the band members' names: "Boo" from Boo Seungkwan, "Seok" from Lee Seokmin (DK), and "Soon" from Kwon Soonyoung (Hoshi).
When did Seventeen disband?
The group has not disbanded. It has been active since 2015.
How many members does Seventeen have?
It has 13 members. SEVENTEEN is generated from the formula 13 members + 3 units + 1 group.
Who is the oldest in Seventeen?
The oldest SEVENTEEN member is S.Coups, whose real name is Choi Seungcheol. He is 30 years old as of 2026. He was born on August 8, 1995.
Who are the Seventeen's ex-members?
Back then, the group had 17 members, four of whom left the band shortly before SEVENTEEN’s career hit. They include:
- Jang Doyoon
- Yao Mingming
- Shin Dongjin
- Samuel Kim
Trivia
- SEVENTEEN has 13 members, but the name comes from 13 members + 3 units + 1 team.
- They are famous as a self-producing group, with members like Woozi and Hoshi heavily involved in music and choreography.
- SEVENTEEN is divided into Vocal, Hip-Hop, and Performance units, each with a specific role.
- Their fandom is called CARAT, symbolising how fans help SEVENTEEN shine.
- Despite comparisons with groups like BTS, SEVENTEEN built their own identity through synchronised performances and teamwork.
- The group is known for intense practice habits, and once trained for years before debuting in 2015.
The success of the Seventeen members is rooted in hard work, creativity, and unity. Their individual journeys add depth to the group’s identity and global impact. As they continue to grow, Seventeen remains a powerful force in the music industry.
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