Bae Suzy's Profile
- Real Name: Bae Su-ji
- Native Name: 배수지
- Nicknames: Nation's First Love
- Birthday: Oct 10, 1994 (30 years old)
- Blood type: AB
- Height/Weight: 168 cm (5’6″) / 47 kg (103 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- MBTI: ISFP
- Birthplace: Buk District, Gwangju, South Korea
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Nationality:
South Korean
- Profession: Singer, Actress, Model
- Language Skills: Korean, Chinese, English
- Current Agency: Management SOOP
- Debut: July 2010 (with Miss A)
- Fandom: Bbia (비아)
- Years Active: 2010–present (15 years)
Bae Suzy, whose full name is Bae Su-ji, was born on October 10, 1994, in Buk District, Gwangju, South Korea. She is a singer, actress, model, and former member of the girl group Miss A under JYP Entertainment. Since Miss A disbanded at the end of 2017, Suzy transitioned into a solo artist managed by Management SOOP.
Early life
Bae Suzy is the second child in a family of three siblings, including her older sister Bae Su-bin and younger brother Bae Sang-moon. Her father is Bae Wan-young and her mother is Jeong Hyun-sook. The family lived in Gwangju – a major city in southern South Korea – before she moved to Seoul to pursue a career in entertainment.
Career Highlights
After graduating from the School of Performing Arts Seoul in 2013, Suzy began working as a model for online fashion stores before catching the attention of JYP Entertainment during an audition, despite having previously been eliminated from a talent search program (Superstar K). Suzy is currently single and was once well-known for her relationships with actors Lee Min-ho and Lee Dong-wook, although she has confirmed her single status at present.
In addition to her music and acting activities, Suzy frequently appears on entertainment programs alongside IU (Lee Ji-eun) and Kang Ji-young (a former member of KARA), her close friends in the entertainment industry. The trio has appeared together on popular shows such as Happy Together (KBS) and Strong Heart (SBS), where producers cleverly leveraged their friendship to create humorous situations and engaging discussion topics for the audience.
Difficulties
Challenges arose after Miss A’s disbandment in 2017, with public speculation about internal conflicts. Nevertheless, Suzy diligently pivoted to acting – becoming a familiar image of a “duckling learning ballet in front of a critical mirror” within the Korean entertainment industry. She also faced controversy regarding her endorsements, as some criticized the actual effectiveness of her ads. The term “Suzy power” – coined by the media to describe her sales influence – sparked backlash on social media in 2013.
On screen, Bae Suzy has portrayed distinct characters such as the cold-hearted Go Hye-mi (Dream High), the strong-willed Dam Yeo-wool who “can’t hit the target with her eyes closed” (Gu Family Book), and a faux-naive assassin (Vagabond). Her role in Architecture 101 officially crowned her the “Nation’s First Love” – a title that brought pressure, as her public image was constantly scrutinized and turned into viral memes.
Fashion Style
Suzy’s everyday fashion is remarkably versatile: sometimes showing off a full-denim look with a bold edge, other times going for a sleek “startup CEO” blazer inspired by her role in Start-Up, or keeping it soft and feminine with dresses paired with simple sneakers. At award ceremonies, major events, and on magazine covers, she often wears designs from Dior, Celine, Guess, and Roger Vivier. In 2022, Suzy was appointed as a House Ambassador for Dior, and later became a global ambassador for Longines and Celine in 2024. Her signature fashion staples include AvouAvou tweed jackets, Louboutin shoes, and tailored suits by GABRIEL LEE.
Suzy is affectionately called the “Nation’s First Love” by Korean netizens, thanks to her innocent image from the film Architecture 101. She is also known as the “CF Queen” for securing numerous high-profile endorsement deals. From 2022 to 2024, she became an ambassador for global fashion houses such as Dior, Longines, Celine, and Guess, consistently appearing in international promotional campaigns and expanding her influence from regional fame to global recognition.
Fun Facts
- Suzy was nicknamed the “Nation’s First Love” after her role in Architecture 101 (2012), thanks to her pure and innocent image.
- She was the first Korean celebrity to have a wax figure displayed at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong (2016).
- Known as the “CF Queen,” she created the “Suzy power” phenomenon by signing over 14 endorsement deals in one year (2013), significantly boosting brand sales.
- She is the first female artist in Korea to win Rookie of the Year awards in all three categories: music, television, and film.
- Holds a 2nd-degree black belt in Taekwondo, inheriting a passion for martial arts from her father, a professional instructor.
- Can communicate in Chinese and often uses it during international events.
- Worked as an online fashion model before joining JYP Entertainment.
- Dislikes eating vegetables, enjoys reading, karaoke, and has a habit of writing a daily journal.
- During her time in Miss A, she was known for being professional, punctual, and never complained despite her busy schedule.
- By using accessories from the brand Marymond to support war victims, she helped boost sales by dozens of times in just a few weeks.
- Suzy has a massive fanbase across Asia and has been selected as a global ambassador for major brands like Dior, Longines, Guess, and Celine.
- She’s been dubbed the “meme goddess” as images from her films and ads are frequently used in viral internet memes.
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