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South Korean singer, songwriter, and actress, born on May 16, 1993, in Songjeong-dong, Seoul, South Korea. From an early age, she showed interest in the entertainment industry and began attending acting classes. She debuted in 2008 with the single "Lost Child," followed by the EP "Lost and Found." Her breakthrough came in 2010 with the song "Good Day," which brought her widespread recognition. Since then, she has released five studio albums, including "Last Fantasy" (2011) and "Palette" (2017), as well as numerous singles like "You & I," "Through the Night," and "Love Poem." In 2024, she released the EP "The Winning," featuring the single "Love Wins All," which topped Korean charts. That same year, she embarked on her first world tour, "HEREH World Tour," covering Asia, North America, and Europe. In addition to her music career, she has successfully pursued acting, starring in dramas such as "Dream High," "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo," and "Hotel del Luna." Her contributions to music and acting have earned her numerous awards, including over 140 wins and 340 nominations, and recognition as one of South Korea's most influential artists.