Lee Ji-eun (born May 16, 1993), also known by her stage name IU, is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actress. She signed with LOEN Entertainment (now Kakao Entertainment) in 2007 as a trainee and debuted as a singer at the age of fifteen with the EP Lost and Found (2008). Although her follow-up albums brought mainstream success, it was only after the release of "Good Day", the lead single from her 2010 album Real, that she achieved national stardom. "Good Day" went on to spend five consecutive weeks at the top of South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart, and in 2019, it was ranked number one on Billboard's "100 Greatest K-Pop Songs of the 2010s" list.
Lee Ji-eun, popularly known by her stage name IU, was born on May 16, 1993, in South Korea. She is a celebrated singer-songwriter and actress who has been active in the South Korean entertainment industry since her debut in 2008. IU's stage name "IU" is derived from "I and You," symbolizing the unity of music and people. She began her career under LOEN Entertainment (now Kakao Entertainment) and has since become a household name in South Korea.
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| Date of Birth | 16 May 1993 |
| Age | 32 Years |
| Birth Place | Seoul, South Korea |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country | South Korea |
IU stands at a height of 160 cm (5 ft 3 in). However, her weight and other measurements are not commonly reported.
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IU's personal life is often under scrutiny, but she has kept her relationship status relatively private. There have been speculations about her relationships, but she has not publicly confirmed any ongoing romances.
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As of the latest available data, IU's net worth is estimated to be substantial due to her successful music and acting career, but exact figures are not commonly disclosed. Her earnings come from album sales, concert tours, and acting roles in popular dramas like "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo" and "Hotel Del Luna".
IU achieved national stardom with her song "Good Day" in 2010, which topped South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart for five consecutive weeks. Her versatility as both a singer and actress has earned her numerous awards and recognition in South Korea and internationally. In 2019, "Good Day" was ranked number one on Billboard's "100 Greatest K-Pop Songs of the 2010s". Currently, IU is managed by EDAM Entertainment.
IU is active on several social media platforms:
While detailed information about IU's formal education is not widely available, her focus and early entrance into the entertainment industry often overshadowed traditional schooling. She has been known to attend singing and acting lessons to hone her skills before her debut.
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