Hansol Vernon Chwe

Hansol Vernon Chwe, better known by his stage name Vernon, was born on February 18, 1998. He is a member of the hugely popular K-pop group SEVENTEEN. He began his hustle at a very young age. Today, he stands tall as one of the most renowned names in the K-pop industry. Apart from his stunning visuals, the artist continues to dazzle us with his artistic prowess. So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at this pop sensation!

Fast Facts

Full Name:

Hansol Vernon Chwe

Nickname:

Vernon

Birth date:

February 18, 1998

Age:

26

Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius

Height:

5' 10"

Relationship Status:

Single

Net Worth:

$1 million

Hansol's Social Media:

Background

Hansol Vernon Chwe was born on February 18, 1998, in New York, U.S. to an American mother and Korean father. However, the family moved back to South Korea when Vernon was only five years old. When he was 14 years old, he ended up being street-casted at a local gas station. Eventually, he caught his big break when he became a trainee with Pledis Entertainment. His training period lasted for more than three years!

The artist is a popular face in the world of K-pop. He goes by the stage name Vernon and is currently based in South Korea. He is best known as a member of SEVENTEEN — a famed K-pop boy group with Pledis Entertainment. He is the visual artist, main rapper, sub-vocalist, as well as the face of the group. SEVENTEEN debuted on May 26, 2015, with their E.P. titled “17 Carat.” The debut was an instant hit, positioning itself as the longest-charting K-pop album of that year in the U.S. In addition, it became the only rookie K-pop album to feature on the 10 Best K-Pop Albums of 2015 Billboard chart.

He, along with the SEVENTEEN members, is actively involved in the creative process of the group. He is involved in choreography, songwriting, composition, and several other elements of their performance and music. Since his debut in 2015, Vernon has won a number of awards and achievements as a member of the group. He’s had an array of endorsements, ranging from sports to wellness products. He has made an appearance on several television shows, such as “The Visiting Teacher,” “Hello! Stranger,” and “Idol Hits.” Moreover, he is part of the Hip-Hop Unit — a sub-unit of SEVENTEEN.

Career timeline

2015
He Releases His First Single

Fans are thrilled when he releases ‘Lotto’ — his digital single in collaboration with Don Mills.

2016
He Sings on an O.S.T.

He teams up with label-mate Eunwoo of the girl group PRISTIN and releases ‘Sickness.’

2021
He Makes a Mixtape

Chwe releases an unofficial track ‘BANDS BOY.’

2022
He Goes International

The artist features in ‘Beg For You’ — a song he works on alongside Charli XCX, Rina Sawayama, and A.G. Cook.

Why We Love Hansol Vernon Chwe

  1. He is a terrific role model

    At the mere age of 14, he began carving a path from himself in the hyper-competitive K-pop arena. He has worked extremely hard to reach his goal of becoming an idol, which is an inspiring success story.

  2. He is multi-talented

    He can easily ace several art forms. Apart from his dancing skills, he is also known for his exceptional rap, mesmeric voice, and writing abilities.

  3. He makes us laugh

    He has his little quirks and charms that will warm even the coldest of hearts. Fans absolutely adore his funny expressions and hilarious moments on camera.

5 Surprising Facts

  1. He gets his stage from his mom

    His middle and stage name comes from his mother’s family name.

  2. He is faint-hearted

    He is one of the SEVENTEEN members who gets easily scared.

  3. His favorite ice cream flavor

    Vanilla is his favorite ice cream flavor.

  4. He has allergies

    The artist is allergic to peanuts and pollen.

  5. He loves unhealthy foods

    He has a weakness for cheeseburgers, cheesecakes, and chocolate cake.

Hansol Vernon Chwe FAQs

How many siblings does Hansol Vernon Chwe have?

He has only one sibling, a sister named Sofia.

Who is Hansol Vernon Chwe's girlfriend?

The artist is presently single and denies being in a relationship.

What is Hansol Vernon Chwe's nationality?

He is Korean-American.

Hansol Vernon Chwe’s birthday dates

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