Baekhyun (EXO)

Baekhyun is a South Korean singer and actor. He’s best known for being a member of SM Entertainment’s boy group EXO. He’s also a member of sub-units EXO-K, EXO-CBX, and SuperM.

He also has expanded his career as a solo singer by releasing City Lights (2019) as his debut EP and Delight (2020), his second EP, in which both received huge success.

Career

Baekhyun began to train in singing at just 11 years old, after being influenced by South Korean singer Rain.

He was the lead singer of his high school band Honsusangtae. With them, he even won a local competition.

Baekhyun was spotted when studying for college entrance exams by SM Entertainment agent. In 2012, he officially joined the agency through their casting system.

The man from Bucheon was revealed as EXO member in January 2012. He’s part of the EXO-K sub-unit, performing in the Korean music industry.

By April of the same year, he had made his debut with the EP Mama.

Outside the group activity, this Taurus man has also done some collaboration projects. He worked with Miss A’s Suzy in releasing 2016 hit-song Dream.

He also partnered up with Sistar’s Soyou for a duet titled Rain in 2017. Both Dream and Rain received an all-kill achievement.

Baekhyun is also part of EXO-CBX with Chen and Xiumin. In 2016, they released their debut EP Hey Mama!. It peaked at number 1 on Gaon Album Chart and Billboard World Album Chart.

This talented singer began his solo career in 2019. He released his debut EP City Lights with lead single UN Village.

With this debut, Baekhyun won the Best Male Artist award in the 2019 Mnet Asian Music Award.

Baekhyun got enlisted for military service on May 6, 2021. Before his enlistment, this Kpop star released his fourth EP Bambi.

It debuted at number 1 on Gaon Album Chart and has sold over 1 million copies.

Profile

Real Name: Byun Baek Hyun (변백현)
Chinese Name: Bian Buo Xian (卞伯贤)
Stage Name: Baekhyun (백현)
Nickname: Bacon, TCO
Birthday: May 6, 1992
Birthplace: Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Nationality: South Korean
Position: Main vocalist (EXO)
Sub Unit: EXO-K, EXO-CBX, EXO Main Vocal Line
Super Power (Badge): Light (Sun)
Religion: Christian
Profession: Singer, Actor
Education: Jungwon High School, Kyung Hee Cyber University
Hobbies: Listening to music, Watching movies, Singing, Aikido, Piano
Facebook: –
Twitter: @b_hundred_hyun
Instagram: @baekhyunee_exo
Tiktok: –
Youtube: Baekhyun Official
Weibo: baekhyunee7

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 173 cm (5’8”)
Weight: 64 kg (141 lbs)
Blood Type: O
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Dark brown
Body Measurements: 40-30-39 (Bust -40, Waist -30, and Hips -39 inches)
Shoe Size: 7 (US)

Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: Byun Baekbeom
Sister: –

Girlfriend & Dating History

Taeyeon (Girls’ Generation)

Baekhyun reportedly started to date Taeyon, who’s a member and the leader of Girls’ Generation in February 2014, as confirmed by both of their agency, SM Entertainment.

That being said, their agency confirmed that they had split at some point in 2015 for undisclosed reasons.

Net Worth

According to several sources, Baekhyun is estimated to have accumulated $14 million to $20 million of net worth. He primarily earns his income through singing, both as an EXO member and solo artist.

Controversies

Criticized for His Word Choices Related to Depression

Around the end of 2017, a fan who attended EXO’s meet and greet event recorded their conversation with Baekhyun and shared it online.

What he had said in the recording caused him to receive backlash. Apparently, he stated that he doesn’t know “why people become ill with depression and insomnia.”

Some fans also claimed that he asked the fan, “[Is it] Because you like it?” regarding the reason why people might have depression.

Following the criticisms he received, he released an official statement via his official Instagram page on January 2018.

Baekhyun apologized for his statement. He admitted that “there was something I carelessly said while I was encouraging her.”

He also stated “I was hasty in bringing up what I said when I don’t have to the ability to organize and express my intentions in a short period of time,” as well as expressing his regret upon his decision.

He concluded the apology by promising to be more prudent with his words and actions in the future.

Facts

Baekhyun has one older brother.
This Kpop idol wanted to be a singer since fourth grade. He would often tell his friends that he will be a celebrity in the future.
He likes making people laugh by doing cute expressions.
Some of his favorite foods are Korean food, Western food, Japanese food, and Chinese food.
This Taurus man doesn’t like cucumbers and garlic.
White, grey, and black are some of his favorite colors.
He picks the number 48 as his favorite.
This singer likes listening to Pop, Punk Rock, and R&B music.
His favorite movie genres are Fantasy, Science Fiction, and Action.
He loves socializing and befriending people.
Baekhyun often says kkaepsong, a word he invented meaning “that’s a pity”.
He yelps like a dog for about 40 times before sleeping, according to Chanyeol.
This idol has a dog that he called Mongryoung.
He made an appearance in TaeTiSeo’s Twinkle music video.
He was in the first episode of the variety show Master Key.
Baekhyun was in relationship with Taeyeon of Girls’ Generation from June 2014 to September 2015.
He is a fast learner. He can learn a new choreography in a day.
His arms and fingers are quite flexible.
The man from Bucheon is scared of heights and huge rides like roller coasters.
He is the closest to Chanyeol. They spend lots of times playing video games together.
He would take baths with his fellow members.
Baekhyun is able to do push-up with just one hand.
He likes the show Knowing Bros (Ask Us Anything).
This Kpop star can do imitation of Kim Rae Won and Lee Jung Jae.
He looks up to Rain (Jung Ji Hoon).
He was in the series Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo in 2016.
The man born in 1992 was a volunteer at the RCY shelter.
He doesn’t like going out and prefers to play games instead during his free time.
He is friends with Hongbin of VIXX and Lee Joon-Gi.
Baekhyun has his own fashion brand Privé by BBH, launched on July 1, 2018.
He posted his first vlog on his Youtube Channel on May 16, 2019.
He is also in the super-group SuperM and acts as the leader.
The other members often depend on him to bring in the laughs during their variety shows appearance.
The vocalist has a similar sense of humor with comedian Lee Soo Geun.
He would take his pants off after practice session. This earned him the nickname TCO (Taking Clothes Off).
His ideal type is someone who is full of charms.

See Full EXO Members

Drama Series

Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (SBS ⏐ 2016), as Wang Eun
To The Beautiful You (SBS ⏐ 2012), as EXO-K member

Quotes

“In the time that I gained from not being able to go on tour, I practiced a lot. ‘Delight’ is an album that allowed me to think, ‘You’re doing well, just keep up the pace and keep working hard.’”

“In order to win over the listeners with tastes that are ever-growing, the most important thing to keep in mind from the beginning is how well the song is made. That’s how a song that can ‘last a long time’ is made.”

“My weakness? My laziness.”

“When it’s cold out, there are times I feel lazy to go back and forth from the practice room. But I just go out. Then on my way home from practice, I feel good because I think, ‘I still lived a productive day.’”

“I hope I try new things in my thirties. When you reach your thirties, some people say, ‘Wow, already?’ while others say, ‘There’s still a long way to go.’ For me, I feel like it’s just the beginning.”

“I’m going to stay as a person that can sing for a long, long time by honing my skills and taking care of my health.”

“I’ve been known as a homebody for a long time among my friends. But I’m actually an extrovert and a very active person.”

“[My mom] speaks so gently. She is the sweetest person, really. And I am the youngest in the family. My family poured sweet love on me.”

“Bambi was created strictly with my own needs and vision. I tried everything I wanted to do without looking at anyone, and I wanted to free my mind by doing so.”

“As K-pop became more known worldwide, more people started paying attention to K-culture. The Korean artists before me had already paved the roads and I just got to piggyback on them.”

“I chose a lot of genres that wouldn’t come from SM. SM prefers strong and intense sounds, but I wanted to focus on easy-listening music. It was partly because of my preference and strategic choice to differentiate between EXO and solo activities.”

“My voice doesn’t have a distinctive feature. But it’s definitely a voice that can give you some comfort. A good tone depends on the time and taste. It’s something that keeps moving without being fixed. So I just want my voice to be peaceful and stable.”

“As a musician, I want to be an easy person who can blend in with the public. I don’t want to be a musician who is so cool that people admire and want to follow. I want to be someone people can talk to easily when they meet me on the street while listening to my song.”

“I want to deliver encouraging lyrics. And deliver the message that you shouldn’t give up easily and try to face more challenges.”

“Michael Jackson was the only artist who stood still on stage for a few seconds or minutes and people couldn’t stop cheering. His songs have made many people cry for a long time, giving them joy and happiness. So just seeing him standing still on the stage makes them tear up. There isn’t an artist who can beat Michael Jackson.”