Im Yoon Ah

Im Yoon Ah, or popularly known was Yoona, is a Korean actress and singer.

She’s best recognized as a member of Girls’ Generation before expanding into acting and appearing in various drama series such as You Are My Destiny (2008), Prime Minister & I (2013), The K2 (2016), Big Mouth (2022) and King the Land (2023).

Career

In 2002, Yoona began her career through the SM Saturday Open Casting Audition. She passed the audition and spent the next five years undergo training in singing, dancing, and also acting.

The woman from Seoul officially became a member of group Girls’ Generation in 2007.

The group made their debut in August with the song Into the New World. They then followed it up with a self-titled album released in November.

Girls’ Generation would then become one of the most successful K-pop groups in the world.

Throughout their run until 2017, they had produced many hit singles such as Gee (2009), Oh! (2010), The Boys (2012), and many more.

Other than being in Girls’ Generation, Yoona also had her career in acting. She made her debut in 2007 with the TV series Two Outs in the Ninth Inning.

Her first leading role came just a year later. She starred in the drama You Are My Destiny. The 2008 drama received really high ratings. It also helped the actress gain more recognition.

Over the next few years, Yoona would appear in many more TV series. She had a role in Love Rain (2012) and Prime Minister & I (2013).

Although the dramas failed to become a hit, her acting was still widely praised.

This Gemini girl would find bigger success starring in the 2016 Chinese drama God of War, Zhao Yun. It was a huge hit in China, proving her popularity in the country.

Later on, she would star in many more hit series such as The K2 (2016), The King In Love (2017), and Hush (2020).

Yoona also had her big screen debut with the highly rated Confidential Assignment (2017).

Profile

Real Name: Im Yoon Ah (임윤아)
Stage Name: Lim Yoon A, Yoon Ah, Yoona (윤아)
Nickname: Yoong, Saseumi, Him Yoona, Im-choding, Saebyuk, Alligator Yoong.
Birthday: May 30, 1990
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Nationality: Korean
Religion: –
Profession: Actress, Singer
Education: Dongguk University
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Instagram: @yoona__lim
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Height, Weight & Physical Appearance

Height: 168 cm (5’6″)
Weight: 48 kg (106 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Hair color: Brown
Eye color: Brown
Body measurements: 32-23-33 (Bust -32, Waist -23, and Hips -33 inches)
Shoe size: 7.5 (US)
Dress Size: –

Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: –
Sister: 1

Boyfriend & Dating History

Lee Seung Gi

It was reported in 2013 that Yoona and fellow actor, Seung Gi went on a date together and it was confirmed they were dating.

However, they reportedly broke up in 2015 because of their busy schedules.

Net Worth

Yoona has an estimated net worth of $20 million to $30 million. She mainly earns from her career as an actress, singer as well as brand endorsement deals.

Plastic Surgery

There has been no confirmation that Yoona did any surgery.

Facts

Yoona can speak Korean, Chinese, English, and some basic Japanese.
Before going to bed, she likes eating cereal.
She also likes eating midnight snacks.
This singer is a bit insecure about her feet.
She has done many endorsements and considered a CF Queen.
She has worked on an endorsement with big cosmetic company Innisfree.
The actress loves winter best out of all the seasons.
Among Girls’ Generation members, she has the most male fans.
She can’t swim.
Yoona likes bowling.
She has a Bichon dog named Rae-O.
She likes cooking.
If this Gemini wasn’t in the entertainment industry, she would like to be a chef.
She is one of the dance trio in Girls’ Generation.
She is the leader of the group’ sub unit OH! GG.
This Idol is more confident in her acting and dancing than singing.
She does pilates.
She released her first solo single When the Wind in September 2017.
Yoona was in a relationship with Lee Seung Gi in 2013 until 2015.
Her ideal type is someone like her father who never loses his calm and able to comfort other people.

Movies

2 O’clock Date (2022), as Jeong Seon Ji
Confidential Assignment 2: International (2022), as Park Min Young
A Year-End Medley (2021), as Soo Yeon
Miracle: Letters to the President (2021), as Ra Hee
Exit (2019), as Ui Joo
Confidential Assignment (2017), as Park Min Young

Drama Series

King the Land (JTBC | 2023), as Cheon Sa Rang
Big Mouth (MBC | 2022), as Go Mi-Ho
Hush (JTBC | 2020-2021), as Lee Ji-Soo
The King in Love (MBC | 2017), as Eun San
The K2 (tvN | 2016), as Ko An-Na
My First Time (OnStyle | 2015), as Im Yoo-Jin (ep.1)
Prime Minister & I (KBS2 | 2013-2014), as Reporter Nam Da-Jung
Love Rain (KBS2 | 2012), as Kim Yoon-Hee in the 1970s / Jung Ha-Na in 2012
Cinderella Man (MBC | 2009), as Seo Yu-Jin
You Are My Destiny (KBS | 2008-2009), as Jang Sae-Byeok
Park Jung Kum, Heavenly Beauty (MBC | 2008)
Two Outs in the Ninth Inning (MBC | 2007) – Shin Joo-Young

Awards

2022 MBC Drama Awards – Best Actress – Big Mouth
2022 MBC Drama Awards – Best Couple Award with Lee Jong Suk – Big Mouth
2022 Daejong Film Awards – Best Supporting Actress
2022 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Popularity Award
2021 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Popularity Award
2019 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Popularity Award
2017 The Seoul Awards – Best Popular Actress – Confidential Assignment
2017 BaekSang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actress – Confidential Assignment
2013 KBS Drama Awards – Excellent Actress (mini series) – Prime Minister & I
2013 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Prime Minister & I
2012 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Award – Love Rain
2010 BaekSang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actress – Cinderella Man

Quotes

“Nine different people gathered and became like a family. To me, it is a very meaningful tie.”

“Happiness is doubled when you share them together and sadness is halved when you share them together.”

“SNSD means the coming of the era of girls, it’s filled with hope. We wish to bring a generation of health and happiness.”

“I couldn’t stand in front of any camera, and I couldn’t go to places where there were a lot of people. I thought people would criticize me if I smiled, or even if I just stayed still.”

Pics of Im Yoon Ah

1. Yoona is such a boss lady

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2. She looks absolutely adorable in this outfit

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3. Loving the soft pastel photoshoot

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4. Her face is so beautiful

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5. Yoon Ah is always so stylish

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FAQs

Who is Im Yoon Ah?

She is a Korean actress and singer.

Who is Im Yoon Ah’s real name?

Her real name is Im Yoon Ah (임윤아).

What makes Im Yoon Ah famous?

She’s famous as a member of Girls’ Generation before expanding into acting and appearing in various drama series such as You Are My Destiny (2008), Prime Minister & I (2013), The K2 (2016), Big Mouth (2022) and King the Land (2023).