In ENHYPEN, Sunghoon's primary roles are lead dancer, vocalist, and visual, known for his elegant, former figure skater background which influences his stage presence. He is also recognized for his hardworking and disciplined personality, his striking visuals, and his unique charm, which earned him the nickname "Ice Prince".
Park Sung-hoon known mononymously as Sunghoon, is a South Korean singer and former figure skater. He competed as a figure skater from 2010 to early 2020; while simultaneously being a K-pop trainee since 2018. He retired from the sport and debuted as a member of the South Korean boy band Enhypen in November 2020. Sunghoon is the 2016–2017 junior silver medalist and the 2015 novice gold medalist of Asian Figure Skating Trophy, and the 2015 novice gold medalist of Lombardia Trophy. He also won silver medals at the 2013 novice competition and the 2014 junior competition of South Korean Figure Skating Championships.
22 years
December 8, 2002
Sunghoon's favorite foods include proteins like steak and samgyupsal (grilled pork belly), along with the dessert tiramisu and his favorite coffee-flavored ice cream. He also enjoys natto on rice, which he had in Japan, and marinated crab in soy sauce.
Cute aspects of ENHYPEN's Sunghoon include his affectionate dimples and the charming "Ice Prince" nickname from his competitive figure skating past, his self-disciplined and observant nature that leads him to remember small details, his adorable dad jokes, his love for his dog, Gaeul, and the subtle ways he shows affection, like loosening his top buttons after coming home or waiting for a hug.
Charming Quirks
Dimples and Eye Smile: He has a naturally sweet appearance with dimples and a distinctive eye smile, which contribute to his "Ice Prince" image.
Dad Jokes: Sunghoon is known for telling dad jokes, which his members find endearing and funny.
Dog Lover: His pure love for his dog, Gaeul, is incredibly cute, as seen in many fan interactions and his care for her.
Shyness with Strangers: While outgoing with loved ones, he can be quiet around strangers, making his warm interactions with close people even more precious.
Affectionate & Thoughtful Gestures
Subtle Affection: He may not be overtly affectionate but shows love by waiting silently for a hug or kiss and noticing small details about people.
Post-Work Ritual: He has a cute habit of loosening his shirt collar and unbuttoning his top shirts when he comes home, especially if he notices it has a positive effect on his partner.
Personality & History
Former Figure Skater: His decade-long career as a competitive figure skater earned him the "Ice Prince" nickname, a nod to his graceful image both on and off the ice.
Observant Nature: He is very observant and remembers what people say and do, which is a sweet way of showing he cares.
Resilience: Despite his image, he is known for his persistence and hard work, even when things are tough, demonstrating a passion that is inspiring.
ENHYPEN's Sunghoon has parents (whose names are not publicly disclosed by most sources), a younger sister named Park Ye-ji, and a pet poodle named Gaeul. He and his family resided in Namyangju, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. He also previously played ice hockey and was a competitive figure skater for ten years before debuting with the group.
Family Members
Parents: While not widely known, Sunghoon has parents who supported his figure skating career.
Sister: Sunghoon has a younger sister, Park Ye-ji, with whom he has a strong relationship, evident in their appearances in content like My Heart's Crayon.
Pet: Sunghoon also has a poodle named Gaeul.
Background
Hometown: He was born and raised in Namyangju, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.
Childhood Illness: As a child, Sunghoon suffered from amblyopia (lazy eye), which is a condition that makes it difficult to see with his right eye.
Career and Hobbies
Ice Skating: Before becoming a K-pop trainee, Sunghoon was a prominent competitive figure skater, earning the nickname "Ice Prince" among fans for his achievements. He retired from the sport in early 2020 to focus on his K-pop career.
K-pop: He debuted as a member of the boy group ENHYPEN in November 2020 under Belift Lab.