JENNIE RUBY JANE

Jennie Kim, stage name Jennie, is a multifaceted South Korean artist, singer ,rapper, songwriter, actress and entrepreneur born on January 16, 1996. After spending her early years in South Korea, Jennie relocated to New Zealand and later returned to South Korea, where she aced the audition for YG Entertainment in 2010. She officially joined the K-pop scene as a Blackpink member in August 2016. On December 24, Jennie announced the launch of her own record label, Odd Atelier, marking a new chapter in her music career.

EARLY YEARS

Jennie Kim was born on January 16, 1996, as an only child in Bundang, Seongnam. She began her education at Cheongdam Elementary School in Seoul before relocating to New Zealand with her family at the age of eight. Jennie developed a fondness for the country during a family trip and decided to stay. She attended Waikowhai Intermediate School and later ACG Parnell College in Auckland. Initially, her mother planned for her to move to Florida to pursue law, but Jennie's passion for music led her family to support her artistic aspirations instead. In 2010, Jennie returned to South Korea and auditioned for YG Entertainment, beginning her nearly six-year training journey. Fluent in English and Korean, Jennie also knows basic Japanese and has studied French..

CAREER

Jennie's journey to stardom began on April 10, 2012, when YG Entertainment unveiled her through a mysterious photo titled "Who's that girl?" on their blog. Her image sparked intense curiosity, becoming the most searched topic online. A video of her covering B.o.B.'s "Strange Clouds" was later released, showcasing her talent. Four years later, Jennie was announced as the first member of YG's new girl group, Blackpink. On August 8, 2016, she officially debuted alongside Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa with the single album Square One, featuring hits "Boombayah" and "Whistle".

In October 2018, Jennie announced her highly anticipated solo debut. Her single "Solo" premiered at Blackpink's Seoul concert on November 10 and was officially released two days later. The song topped the Gaon Music Chart, achieving a triple crown for digital, download, and streaming charts. "Solo" earned platinum certification and won several awards, including Song of the Year at the Gaon Chart Music Awards and Digital Bonsang at the Golden Disc Awards. The music video broke records, becoming the most viewed by a female Korean solo artist in 24 hours and surpassing 300 million views in just six months. Jennie received her first music show win on Inkigayo and went on to win three times. In 2019, she made history as the first Korean solo artist to perform at Coachella, delivering a stunning performance of "Solo".Her performance was featured on Billboard's "The 10 Best Things We Saw at Coachella 2019" list, with Billboard describing it as both "mind-blowing" and "stunning" - a treat for fans and casual observers alike.

Jennie stepped into acting in 2023 with her debut role as Dyanne in the HBO series The Idol, where she went by the stage name Jennie Ruby Jane. The show starred The Weeknd, Lily-Rose Depp and Troye sivan.Despite the series receiving mixed reviews, Jennie's performance garnered attention. Her collaboration with The Weeknd on the show's soundtrack also led to the release of the song "One of the Girls," featuring Jennie, The Weeknd, and Lily-Rose Depp.

On November 22, 2023, Jennie was honored by King Charles III as an Honorary Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) alongside her Blackpink bandmates in a special ceremony at Buckingham Palace. The event was attended by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol.

SOLO ERA- RUBY

2024-2025: Collaborations, Solo Album, and Tours:

In March 2024, Jennie collaborated with Matt Champion on the song "Slow Motion," featured on Champion's album Mika's Laundry. Later that month, she teamed up with Zico on the single "Spot!", which topped the Circle Digital Chart in South Korea and became a global hit. In September 2024, Jennie signed with Columbia Records in partnership with her label Odd Atelier. She released the single "Mantra" in October, which broke records and became her third top-ten hit on the Billboard Global charts.

At the 2024 MAMA Awards, Jennie won four awards, including Best Female Solo Dance Performance and Best Collaboration. In January 2025, Jennie released the music video for "Zen" and the single "Love Hangover" featuring Dominic Fike. She later released "ExtraL" with Doechii and "Like Jennie" ahead of her debut solo album Ruby, which dropped on March 7, 2025. Ruby sold one million copies globally in its first week and is still breaking numerous records.

To promote the album, Jennie embarked on the Ruby Experience concert tour, which received critical admired for its exceptional delivery. She was honored with the Global Force Award at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards and performed at Coachella in April 2025.

PHILANTHROPHY

Jennie is dedicated to various charitable causes. Since 2018, she's supported the Cheongdam Woori Animal Hospital's "Protect Our Family" campaign, advocating for pet protection and rescue. In 2023, she attended a charity gala for breast cancer awareness, raising funds for low-income patients. In 2024, Jennie donated ₩100 million to Habitat for Humanity Korea in the name of Blackpink's fan club, Blink, to build an alternative school for youth. Proceeds from her 2025 US concerts went towards supporting fire recovery efforts in Los Angeles. Additionally, she donated ₩100 million to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association to aid in wildfire relief efforts in Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam, providing essential support to affected communities.

ENDORSEMENTS

In 2019, Jennie became the face of Hera, a luxury beauty brand owned by Amore Pacific, thanks to her elegant and luxurious image. The partnership proved successful, with Hera's Red Vibe lip series sales increasing fivefold, earning the nickname "Jennie's lipsticks." Jennie continued to work with Hera, promoting their Rouge Holic line and Silky Stay Foundation.

Jennie also partnered with KT Corporation to promote the Samsung Galaxy S20, with the "Jennie Red" edition becoming a hit among KT customers. Lotte Confectionery chose Jennie as the face of their Air Baked snack, citing her trendy appeal to young women. She went on to work with various brands, including Chum Churum soju, Kwangdong Vita500 vitamin drinks, Dashing Diva nail brand, Ace Bed, and Tamburins perfume. Jennie's collaborations extended to Lotte Soonhari soju, further solidifying her status as a sought-after brand ambassador.

FASHION

"Human Chanel" aka Jennie's interest in fashion was sparked by her mother, who introduced her to the world of style at a young age. Growing up, Jennie would often flip through fashion magazines and explore her mother's wardrobe, particularly drawn to vintage Chanel pieces. Her love for Chanel became a defining aspect of her style, and she credits the brand with influencing her fashion sense. When working on her solo debut, Jennie took an active role in planning and styling her wardrobe, creating over 20 outfits for the "Solo" music video. This experience helped her develop her approach to fashion and understand the importance of visual storytelling in her music.

Jennie's affinity for Chanel led to her becoming the brand's ambassador in Korea. She shot her first pictorial with Harper's Bazaar Korea and went on to represent Chanel Korea Beauty. Jennie's loyalty to the brand and her trendy style resonated with Chanel's image, particularly in targeting young millennials. She attended the launch of Chanel's Les Eaux De Chanel fragrance in France and collaborated with the brand's in-house perfume creator, Olivier Polge, on a pictorial for Cosmopoliton Korea.

In 2018, Jennie was named global ambassador for Chanel and attended her first Chanel fashion show as a Korean representative during Paris Fashion Week. On September 23, 2021, she became the face of Chanel's Coco Neige 2021-22 campaign, photographed by Inez and Vinoodh. In May 2023, Jennie made her Met Gala debut in a vintage Chanel dress. In January 2024, she starred in the Chanel Coco Crush ad campaign. In March 2025, Jennie became the face of Chanel's Chanel 25 handbag campaign alongside Dua Lipa.

On May 18, 2021, Jennie became the face of Calvin Klein's Spring 2021 collection, Drop 02. On September 9, 2021, she partnered with Calvin Klein for its Fall 2021 campaign, The Language of Calvin Klein. On February 16, 2022, Jennie became the face of Calvin Klein's Spring 2022 Campaign. In May 2023, she collaborated with Calvin Klein on its first capsule collection.

In March 2024, Jennie fronted Maison Kitsuné's Spring 2024 campaign, titled "Baby Fox". In December 2023, Jennie starred in Jacquemus' "Guirlande" holiday campaign. On June 10, 2024, she made her debut as a runway model by closing Jacquemus' 15th-anniversary show in Capri, Italy.

In March 2021, Jennie served as one of the fashion editors for Vogue Korea's issue, participating in photoshoots as a planner and helping decide the concept, hair and makeup drafts, and styling.

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