Jihoon
From survival show standout to Treasure's centerpiece, his journey defines a new generation of K-pop perseverance.
Born 2000 (age 26)·South Korean singer·Birthday: March 14·Generation Z
Biography
Park Ji-hoon's story is etched into the modern era of K-pop survival shows. He first captured attention as a young trainee on 'Stray Kids,' but it was his determined run on the massive competition 'YG Treasure Box' that forged his path. His emotional performances and visible growth under pressure made him a fan favorite, ultimately earning him a spot in YG Entertainment's new boy group, Treasure. Debuting as a main vocalist in 2020, Jihoon's clear, stable voice became a foundational element of the group's energetic sound. More than just a singer, he evolved into a reliable presence, often seen guiding the group during broadcasts and embodying the resilience required to make it in the industry. His career is a testament to turning televised trials into tangible success.
Generation Z
1997–2012
Born into smartphones, social media, and school shootings. The most diverse generation in history. Pragmatic about money, fluid about identity, anxious about the climate. They do not remember a world before the internet.
Jihoon was born in 2000, placing them squarely in the Generation Z. The events that shaped this generation — social media, climate anxiety, and a pandemic — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Jihoon Was Born
The biggest hits of 2000
#1 Movie
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Best Picture
Gladiator
#1 TV Show
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
Jihoon's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
2000Born
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2005Started school
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2013Became a teenager
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Could drive
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2018Could vote
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2021Turned 21
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 26 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Successfully debuted as a member of Treasure through the highly competitive YG Entertainment survival show 'YG Treasure Box'.
- Performed as a main vocalist on Treasure's debut single album 'The First Step: Chapter One,' which sold over 150,000 copies.
- Contributed to Treasure's first music show win on SBS MTV's 'The Show' with the song 'BOY' in 2020.
Did You Know?
He was a trainee under JYP Entertainment before moving to YG Entertainment.
He appeared in the survival show 'Stray Kids' in 2017, though he did not debut with that group.
His favorite food is jajangmyeon (black bean noodles).
“I will show you a stage you can't forget.”
