Quick Info
| Profession | Musician, Actress |
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| Nationality | South Korean |
| Date of Birth | 16/05/1993 |
| Age | 33 years |
| Birthplace | Songjeong-dong, Seoul, South Korea |
Latest News about IU (singer)
15/05/2026
IU officially confirmed her return to music in the second half of 2026, announcing plans to release a new album and hold a solo concert. She stated the album is likely to drop in late August 2026, coinciding with the transition from summer to autumn, just before her concert scheduled for September 2026 at Goyang Stadium.
15/05/2026
The Netflix original series 'The Wonderfools', starring IU, officially premiered on May 15, 2026. Following the series' release, IU confirmed that her new album is in the final stages of production and will be released to promote alongside her upcoming solo concert.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real name | Lee Ji-eun |
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| Artist name meaning | Combination of English words 'I' and 'You', representing 'You and I become one through music' |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 163 cm (5' 4") |
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| Weight | 45 kg (99 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Blood Group | O |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Lee Jinkook |
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| Mother | Kim Misam |
| Siblings | Lee Jong-hoon (younger) |
Career
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| Record Label | LOEN Entertainment (signed 2007) |
Favourites
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| Actress | Han Ji-min |
| Actor | Kang Ji-hwan |
| Book | 'One Day I Died' by Lee Kyung-hye |
| Author | Guillaume Musso |
| Film | Once (2007) |
| TV Program | Yoon Do-hyun's Love Letter (2002) |
| Character | Thumper from 'Bambi' (1942) |
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| Colour | Purple |
| Flower | Violet |
| Day | Monday |
| Season | Winter |
| Number | 8 |
Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Porsche Cayenne | ||||
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/dlwlrma/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/IUofficialpage | |
| https://twitter.com/official_IU | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@IUofficial |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. IU found her passion for the entertainment industry at a young age. | |
| 2. During her childhood, IU lived in a small studio apartment with her grandmother. | |
| 3. Facing financial difficulties, IU's grandmother sold hair accessories to earn money. | |
| 4. IU served as the class president in elementary school. | |
| 5. She decided to pursue a singing career after receiving praise for a performance at a school event. | |
| 6. IU owns a collection of marble balls. | |
| 7. Before her debut, IU took part in numerous auditions and encountered rejections. | |
| 8. She once auditioned for JYP Entertainment without success. | |
| 9. In 2008, IU made her debut as a singer. | |
| 10. IU has achieved many accolades and awards in the music industry. | |
| 11. Aside from her music career, IU has won acting awards and recognition as an actress. | |
| 12. Active in philanthropy, IU has made notable donations. | |
| 13. She established the IU scholarship to assist students from low-income backgrounds. | |
| 14. IU has dealt with controversies, including plagiarism accusations and false spy claims. | |
| 15. Having been in relationships, IU has notably dated Jang Ki-ha and Lee Jong-suk. | |
| 16. IU shares a close friendship with actress Yoo In-na. | |
| 17. She has a strong bond with her fans, affectionately known as Uaena. | |
| 18. IU was scammed by fake entertainment companies during her pre-debut years. |