Jungkook Biography
Jeon Jungkook was born on September 1, 1997, in Busan, South Korea. He joined Big Hit Entertainment at age 13 and debuted with BTS in 2013. Known as the Golden Maknae for his extraordinary all-around talent, he became the most followed K-pop artist on social media.
Personal Life
Who are Jungkook's parents?
Jeon Jungkook's father, Jeon Jungkook's mother
Was Jungkook married?
Jungkook was never married.
Did Jungkook have children?
Jungkook had no children.
What religion was Jungkook?
Jungkook was N/A.
What was Jungkook's ethnicity?
Jungkook was of South Korean heritage.
Career Highlights
Albums
- Golden (2023)
Awards
- Grammy nominations (with BTS)
- Billboard Music Awards
- Guinness World Records
Facts About Jungkook
- Known as the 'Golden Maknae' — talented in everything
- Seven became the first Korean solo artist's song to top the Billboard Hot 100
- His solo debut album Golden debuted at No. 2 on Billboard 200
- He served in the South Korean military starting in 2024
Jungkook Quotes
"If you can dream it, you can do it."
Legacy
Jungkook's Seven became the first Korean solo song to top the Billboard Hot 100. His debut album Golden debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200. He began mandatory South Korean military service in 2024.
Sources
Last verified: 2026-05-20