Biography
Who is Doh Kyung-soo?
Early life and education
Doh Kyung-soo was born on January 12, 1993, in Goyang, South Korea. He grew up attending local institutions including Pungsan Elementary School, Baeksin Middle School, and Baekseok High School. During his school years, he developed a strong interest in singing and regularly participated in regional competitions. After winning a contest, he received encouragement to audition for a talent agency.
He performed songs by Na Yoon-kwon and Brown Eyed Soul at his audition and subsequently trained as a singer during his final two years of high school.
Music career with Exo
Doh was introduced as the eighth member of the boy band Exo under the stage name D.O. On January 30, 2012. The group officially debuted on April 8 of that year with the extended play Mama. Alongside his group activities, he collaborated with various artists and released featured tracks over the years.
He later launched his solo music career with the release of his first extended play, Empathy, on July 26, 2021. He subsequently released additional extended plays including Expectation, Blossom, and Dopamine, as well as the studio album Bliss.
Acting career and films
Doh made his acting debut in the supporting role of a high school student in the film Cart, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. He expanded into television by appearing in the drama It's Okay, That's Love, earning praise and a nomination at the Baeksang Arts Awards. He later starred in films such as Pure Love, My Annoying Brother, and Room No.7.
He also took on leading roles in major projects like the historical drama 100 Days My Prince and the science fiction film The Moon. The Korean Film Council recognized him as one of the two hundred actors representing the country's cinematic future.
Military service and recent projects
In July 2019, Doh enlisted for South Korea's mandatory military service as an active-duty soldier. During his service, he participated in the military musical Return: The Promise of the Day and various public awareness campaigns. He completed his duties and was discharged in January 2021.
Following his return, he resumed his career in both music and acting, starring in the television series Bad Prosecutor and the Disney+ series The Manipulated. He also established a personal agency named Company SooSoo for his individual activities while continuing his group commitments with Exo.
Birthday and age
Doh Kyung-soo was born on January 12, 1993, which makes Doh 33 years old today. That birthday falls under the Capricorn sign. Doh shares the date with 40 other famous people.
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