Heo Young-ji facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Heo Young-ji
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| 허영지 | |
Heo in 2022
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| Born | August 30, 1994 Goyang, South Korea
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| Other names | Hur Young-ji Youngji |
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| Awards | Full list |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | K-pop |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2014–present |
| Labels | SM C&C |
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| Hangul |
허영지
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| Hanja | |
| Revised Romanization | Heo Yeong-ji |
| McCune–Reischauer | Hŏ Yŏngchi |
Heo Young-ji (born August 30, 1994) is a talented South Korean singer, dancer, and TV personality. She is best known as a member of the popular girl group called Kara. In 2023, Heo Young-ji also started her solo music career with a song called "L.O.V.E."
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Career
Early Life and Training
Heo Young-ji went to the School of Performing Arts Seoul. Before joining Kara, she trained at different entertainment companies. She was a trainee at Core Contents Media and later at KeyEast. Finally, she joined DSP Media, where she prepared to become a K-pop idol.
Joining Kara
In May 2014, two members left the group Kara. To find a new member, DSP Media created a TV show called Kara Project. Seven trainees competed to join the group. Heo Young-ji was one of them. Even though she had a leg injury and missed some performances, she was very popular with viewers.
On July 1, 2014, Heo Young-ji was announced as the winner. She received the highest score and became the newest member of Kara. She promised to work very hard for the group.
TV Shows and Solo Music
After joining Kara, Heo Young-ji appeared on many TV shows. In September 2014, she joined the second season of Roommate. She became known for her unique, quiet laugh. Her family members also shared this funny way of laughing.
In December 2014, Heo Young-ji joined a special girl group called Cham So Nyeo for Hitmaker season 2. She worked with other K-pop stars like Lizzy, G.NA, and So-hyun. They released their first song, "Magic Words," in February 2015.
In January 2016, some members of Kara left the group. DSP Media announced that Heo Young-ji would continue her music career as a solo artist. However, the group members said that Kara did not officially break up and hoped to make new music together in the future.
Heo Young-ji also started acting. In May 2016, she had a role in the TV drama Another Miss Oh. She also hosted and appeared on many other TV programs.
In December 2016, she was introduced as a special "hidden member" of a new co-ed (mixed-gender) group called K.A.R.D. She promoted their first song, "OH NA NA."
On August 2, 2017, Heo Young-ji prepared for her official solo debut. Her first single, "Memory Clock," was released on August 25. She also released another song called "Longing" in December 2017.
In September 2023, Heo Young-ji released her first solo album, Toi Toi Toi. The main song from the album was "L.O.V.E."
In September 2024, after 10 years, Heo Young-ji left DSP Media. Soon after, she signed a new contract with SM C&C.
Music
Single Albums
| Title | Details | Peak Chart Position (South Korea) |
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| Toi Toi Toi |
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Singles
| Title | Year | Peak Chart Position (South Korea) |
Album |
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| "Memory Clock" | 2017 | — | Non-album single |
| "Longing" | — | Together Puppy | |
| "L.O.V.E." | 2023 | — | Toi Toi Toi |
Collaborations
Heo Young-ji has also worked with other artists on songs:
| Song | Year | Album | Other artist(s) |
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| "Magic Words" | 2015 | Non-album single | With Lizzy, G.NA and So-hyun as Chamsonyeo |
| "Peek-A-Boo" | In Love | Duet with Park Gyu-ri | |
| "You're So Yummy" | Tasty 2: Happy Together OST | ||
| "How About Me?" | Alohara (Can You Feel It?) | Goo Hara feat Young-ji | |
| "Fingertips Love" | 2016 | "Creating a Healthy Cyber World" Campaign song | With B1A4, BTOB, A-JAX, Oh My Girl, Kassy and April |
| "Oh NaNa" | "K.A.R.D Project Vol.1" | As K.A.R.D's first hidden member |
Songwriting and Production
Heo Young-ji has also helped write and produce some songs:
| Year | Artist | Song | Role | Album |
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| 2016 | AISLE | Happy Magic Candy | Co-Lyricist | Happy Magic Candy |
| 2017 | SAY YES | Lyricist | Say Yes | |
| 2017 | Hur Young-ji | Memory Clock | Composer, Lyricist, Arranger | Memory Clock |
| 2022 | KARA | Happy Hour | Co-lyricist | MOVE AGAIN |
Acting Roles
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2015 | Tasty 2: Happy Together | Korean and Japanese dubbed version |
Television Series
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2015 | The Alchemist | Oh Young-ji | |
| 2016 | Another Miss Oh | Yoon An-na | |
| 2017 | Introverted Boss | Actor Hwang Young-kyu's transgender daughter | Cameo (Episode 3) |
| Han Yeoreum's Memory | Jung Da-jung | ||
| 2018 | Are You Human? | entertainer | Cameo (Episode 1) |
| The Beauty Inside | Han Se-gye's fan | Cameo (Episode 13) | |
| 2019 | At Eighteen | Kim Ji-min | |
| 2021 | Park Sungshil's Death Industrial Revolution | Choi Mi-yeon | drama stage |
| I Want to Live Roughly | Sonia | Sitcom |
Television Shows
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2014 | Kara Project | Contestant | Won the show and became a new member of Kara |
| The Lord Of The Ratings | MC | ||
| 2014–2015 | Roommate: Season 2 | Fixed cast | |
| Hitmaker Season 2 | As a member of Chamsonyeo with G.NA, Lizzy, and Sohyun | ||
| 2015 | A Hard Day | Contestant | |
| Game of Thrones | |||
| Founding Star | Fixed cast | Episode 1–6 | |
| 2016 | Next Door CEO | Episode 1–12 | |
| Very Private TV | |||
| Vocal War: God's Voice | Fixed panelist | ||
| Super Idols | Panelist | Mafia Team | |
| Hitmaker | Cast | Season 2 | |
| Idol Intern King | Fixed cast | With Qri, Kwon So-hyun, Park Narae, Hyojung, and Han Hyeri | |
| Humanity Busking | Host | ||
| 2017 | Strong Girls | Regular cast | With Cao Lu, Luna, Park Bo-ram, and Giant Pink |
| Beauty Academy | Fixed MC | ||
| Beauty Summit | |||
| Time Space Operation F.B.I | With Lee Soo-kyung, DinDin and Heo Kyung-hwan | ||
| Shadow Singer | Fixed panelist | With Kang Hodong, JR, and others | |
| 2018 | I am CEO Season 2 | Fixed panelist | With Kim Sook and Boom |
| 2019–2023 | Comedy Big League | Host | with Shin Young-il |
| 2021 | Change Days | Host | with Jang Do-yeon and Yang Se-chan |
| Adola School | Teacher | with Son Dong-pyo | |
| 2022 | One Tree Table | Cast Member | |
| Pet Me Pick Me | Host |
Web Shows
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2019–2020 | Review | Host | 2019– April 8, 2020 |
| 2020–present | Latte World | ||
| 2021–present | 6 Sinug's hometown | ||
| Vivalog | |||
| 2022 | Change Days | Season 2 |
Awards and Nominations
Heo Young-ji has been nominated for these awards:
| Award Ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee / Work | Result |
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| Blue Dragon Series Awards | 2023 | Best New Female Entertainer | Change Days | Nominated |
| SBS Entertainment Awards | 2014 | Show Variety Female Newcomer | Roommate | Nominated |
See also
In Spanish: Heo Young-ji para niños
