Biography
Who is Wonho?
Early life and real name
Lee Ho-seok was born on March 1, 1993, in Gunpo, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. He grew up in the Sanbon-dong area of Gunpo. His childhood home included his parents, his grandmother, and a younger brother.
The family faced financial difficulties during his early years. While in elementary school, he experienced bullying. During his teenage years, he became involved in juvenile delinquency before his interest in music grew during high school.
How Wonho became famous
He moved to Seoul to begin training with Starship Entertainment. In August 2014, he joined a project group named Nu Boyz with labelmates #Gun, Shownu, and Joohoney. This group performed at the Starship X concert on December 5, 2014.
Later that year, he participated in the Mnet survival program No.Mercy. He was selected as a member of the new boy group Monsta X alongside six other contestants. He officially debuted with the group on May 14, 2015, following the release of Trespass.
Career highlights
As a member of Monsta X, he served as a vocalist and began contributing to songwriting, composing, and arranging in 2017. He also worked as a model for various magazines like GQ, Nylon, and Elle. In 2018, he collaborated with Under Armour to promote a healthy lifestyle.
After leaving Monsta X, he signed with Highline Entertainment in April 2020. He released his solo EP, Love Synonym Pt.1: Right for Me, in August 2020. The lead single "Open Mind" appeared on both the Billboard and Gaon charts.
His solo career continued with the release of Love Synonym Pt.2: Right for Us in 2021. He also debuted in Japan with the single "On the Way". In 2025, he released his first studio album titled Syndrome, featuring songs like "Better Than Me" and "Good Liar".
Music and acting
Wonho has expanded into acting and musical theater. From June to July 2022, he performed in the musical Equal. He played the role of Theo, a country doctor living in 17th century Europe.
His musical output includes several EPs such as Blue Letter and Facade. He has also released singles like "Eye On You" and "Don't Regret". In 2025, he performed the Stay Awake World Tour across Europe and Latin America.
Birthday and age
Wonho was born on March 1, 1993, which makes Wonho 33 years old today. That birthday falls under the Pisces sign. Wonho shares the date with 67 other famous people.
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