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ATEEZ (에이티즈) is an 8-member group under KQ Entertainment. The group consists of : Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung, and Jongho. Junyoung will no longer be apart of the final line up. They debuted on October 24th, 2018 with the songs ‘Treasure’ and ‘Pirate King’. On July 8th 2019, ATEEZ signed with USA record label RCA Records.

ATEEZ Fandom Name: ATINY
(a combination of ATEEZ + DESTINY)

ATEEZ Official Sites:

Hongjoong

Seonghwa

Stage Name: Seonghwa (성화)
Birth Name: Park Seonghwa (박성화)
Position: Vocalist, Visual
Birthday: April 3rd, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Height: 178 cm (5’10″)
Blood Type: O

Yunho

Stage Name: Yunho (윤호)
Birth Name: Jeong Yunho (정윤호)
Position: Main Dancer, Vocalist
Birthday: March 23rd, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Height: 184 cm (6’0″)
Blood Type: A

Yeosang

Stage Name: Yeosang (여상)
Birth Name: Kang Yeosang (강여상)
Position: Lead Dancer, Vocalist, Visual
Birthday: June 15th, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Height: 173 cm (5’8″)
Blood Type: A

San

Stage Name: San (산)
Birth Name: Choi San (최산)
Position: Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist
Birthday: July 10th, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Height: 173 cm (5’8″)
Blood Type: B

Mingi

Stage Name: Mingi (민기)
Birth Name: Song Mingi (송민기)
Position: Main Rapper, Lead Dancer
Birthday: August 9th, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Height: 183 cm (6’0″)
Blood Type: B

Wooyoung

Jongho

Stage Name: Jongho (종호)
Birth Name: Choi Jongho (최종호)
Position: Main Vocalist, Maknae
Birthday: October 12th, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Height: 176 cm (5’9″)
Blood Type: O

Hongjoong

Stage Name: Hongjoong (홍중)
Birth Name: Kim Hongjoong (김홍중)
Position: Leader, Lead Rapper, Vocalist, Center, Composer
Birthday: November 7th, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Height: 171 cm (5’7″)
Blood Type: B

Hongjoong Facts:
He was born in Anyang, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.He was a contestant on MIXNINE.He’s considered the strict yet dorky dad of the group.He attended SIMS Academy.He has tiny hands.His name means “to be the center of the broad world”.His role models are Zico and G-Dragon (MIXNINE Profile).He has been working since he was in high school. He barely went to school much because he was always in the studio.He’s been studying English by watching a lot of shows on Netflix, like “Modern Family. (V Live)He wanted to become an idol because he wanted to express energy and influence others and that that’s something that only the generation of today can give.He loves minions, He has minions slippers and was called ‘Korean Big Minion’ by the members.He was ranked 7th in the MIXNINE Just Dance showcase, and later he was ranked 42.He has composed around 40 songs for the group (Codename is ATEEZ EP. 01).He would like to travel with the members, so they can take photos and have great memories.When Bae Yoonjung saw the group’s pre-debut performance video, she said “This guy (Hongjoong) caught my eyes”. and when Choi Youngjun saw the video, He talked about how good is Hongjoong’s facial expressions.He once record a song 1395 times.Hongjoong once said he would like to make a collaboration with ATINY and make an album with an ATINY's name in it.He said that the group already had an international mindset even when they were still trainees. (Forbes Interview)He said he writes songs for the whole team, he never writes solo music. Him and Mingi participate a lot in writing their lyrics. (Forbes Interview)

Seonghwa

Stage Name: Seonghwa (성화)
Birth Name: Park Seonghwa (박성화)
Position: Vocalist, Visual
Birthday: April 3rd, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Height: 178 cm (5’10″)
Blood Type: O

Seonghwa Facts:
He’s from Jinju, South Gyeongsang, South Korea.He went to Myungshin High School.He has an older brother.His hobbies are cleaning and cooking.Nicknames: Mars, Angry Bird, and toothless (How to train your dragon).He rapped in his first audition, but debuted as a vocalist instead.His rap tone is similar to Mingi, he rapped in ATEEZ logbook EP. 03.He enjoys having a meal with the members.His name means “star” + “to become” which is “to be a star”.He’s the oldest member.He auditioned for MIXNINE but didn’t pass.His nickname is Hwaseong (Mars) which is Seonghwa’s name backwards (KQ Fellaz EP. 16).They call him the “mom” of the group.He’s always the one cleaning the dorms.He used to attend ‘Rhythm Company’.His favorite snack is jalapeno flavor potato chips.He’s right-handed.He watches ASMR videos a lot.His favourite colour is blue. (V Live)Update: His favourite colour is pink. (interview at Kcon Japan 2019)He comforts the members when they need it.He can’t eat/drink bitter things. (ATEEZ Wanted EP. 02)He takes long showers.He can’t drink coffee.He’ve never had a nosebleed in his life.Seonghwa is the best cook among the members according to Yeosang.He was originally going to debut as a rapper but he was changed to a vocalist.Seonghwa is the tidiest member in the group and he often tells the members to clean their stuff according to Hongjoong. (Forbes Interview)His role models are EXO's Kai and SHINee’s Taemin.

Yunho

Stage Name: Yunho (윤호)
Birth Name: Jeong Yunho (정윤호)
Position: Main Dancer, Vocalist
Birthday: March 23rd, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Height: 184 cm (6’0″)
Blood Type: A

Yunho Facts:
He’s from Gwangju, South Korea.He has a younger brother named Gunho.He was born at 10:32 pm.He’s not a fan of reading.He graduated from the SOPA.He likes Harry Potter, he has a wand that he bought in Japan.He’s been listening lately to ‘Every Day, Every Moment’ by Paul Kim (as of 2018).He auditioned for MIXNINE but didn’t pass.He wants to visit the zoo and Universal Studios in L.A.His favorite snack is potato chips.Yunho has a habit of chewing his drinks.His secret talent is juggling. (MTV news)His favourite avengers character is Spider-Man. (KCON interview)Yunho & San are roommates.Yunho and Mingi used to attend Seungri’s Dance Academy which is run by BIG BANG‘s Seungri.Yunho & Mingi got accepted from Joy Dance and Plug In Music Academy but in a different location than Mingi.He’s the energizer of the group (Codename is ATEEZ EP. 01).He’s right-handed.When Kwon Jaeseung watched the group’s pre-debut performance video, He liked Yunho the most, He said “Yunho gave off a feeling of a professional dancer, He knows the moves, the vibes, and the technique”.His high school entrance exam song was Lee Juck’s “Wash Up”. (ATEEZ Logbook EP. 04)Yunho and Mingi have been friends for five years.Yunho is the funniest member of the group according to Seonghwa because he makes jokes and tries to make the atmosphere bright.Mingi says Yunho looks out for other people so they can all do things together and he’s the energy maker in the group. (Forbes Interview)Yunho’s lifetime motto is “Let’s do our best rather than being the best.”He picked Seonghwa over Hongjoong as his favorite Hyung.

Yeosang

Stage Name: Yeosang (여상)
Birth Name: Kang Yeosang (강여상)
Position: Lead Dancer, Vocalist, Visual
Birthday: June 15th, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Height: 173 cm (5’8″)
Blood Type: A

Yeosang Facts:
He was born in Pohang, South Korea.He’s a former BigHit trainee.He auditioned for MIXNINE but didn’t pass.His name means “sound resonating from a high point”.He attended IB Music Academy.Some fans says that he’s resembles Jaejoong of JYJ.He has a birthmark on his left eye.He trained along with Yuehua Entertainment’s Ahn Hyungseob.He’s good at concentrating (he’s studying Chinese)He likes playing video games.He releases his anger by skateboarding.He’s right-handed.His favourite colours are red and black. ( V Live)His role models are NCT's Taeyong and BTS's V. He likes drones.His favorite snack is ‘home run ball’He recently read ‘The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k’Yeosang owns 5 drones, the one was given to him as a birthday present from the members.Yeosang thinks deeply about other people, he’d always put someone else first and that he’s a sweet guy according to San. (Forbes Interview)Yeosang & Wooyoung are roommates.

San

Stage Name: San (산)
Birth Name: Choi San (최산)
Position: Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist
Birthday: July 10th, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Height: 173 cm (5’8″)
Blood Type: B

San Facts:
He was born in Gyeongsan, South Korea.His nickname is Sanjook. (video by Stone Music Ent.)He really likes Plushies and has a collection.He often carries with him a Plushie named Shiber.He has an older sister.He’s currently learning Japanese.He’s fluent/has a good pronunciation of English.He auditioned for MIXNINE but didn’t pass.When he was growing up, his grandparents spent more time with him than his parents did (KQ Fellaz EP. 13).His special talents: Vocal, Happy virus.When he was in high school, he used to play volleyball and was the libero.His favorite foods are chocolate and meat.His favorite singers are Dean, Zion T, and Justin Bieber.His dad owns a Taekwondo studio.His fans think that he looks like NCT’s Ten.His father named him San because he wanted him to be a comforting hill for some people and for others, an enormous mountain that they can’t dare to challenge. A truly grand mountain.He’s right-handed.He can imitate some people including BOLBAGGAN4 and Naul and he's also good at whistling. The members said that he has a lot of skills.He has read many books recently but the most recent one was ‘What The Cat Taught Me At The Bottom of the Sorrow’.When Lia Kim saw the group’s pre-debut performance video, she said “San can do more than the extent of the man’s body, at this degree, his strength and flexibility is very likable, He can play the central role in the performance”.He likes watching TV and playing games with the other members.His favorite snack is ‘Oh Yes’He really likes Sik-k and Crush’s song ‘Party’ and he has been listening to it a lot.He’s the mood maker of the group.San is like the comedian when it’s just the group in private according to Seonghwa. (Forbes Interview)He likes reading thriller and mystery novels.He searches Twitter for his name a lot.His memorable moment in the U.S was looking at the stars at Malibu beach.He really likes purple.He watches Mukbang on YouTube a lot. (V Live)San & Yunho are roommates.He’s the “Fake Maknae” of the group.

Mingi

Stage Name: Mingi (민기)
Birth Name: Song Mingi (송민기)
Position: Main Rapper, Lead Dancer
Birthday: August 9th, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Height: 183 cm (6’0″)
Blood Type: B

Mingi Facts:
He was born in Incheon, South Korea.Mingi was a contestant on MIXNINE.Mingi has an older brother.Mingi’s role models are Jay Park and Rain (MIXNINE Profile).Mingi said his personality is almost identical to his father.Mingi & Yunho got accepted from Joy Dance and Plug In Music Academy Incheon but in a different location than Yunho.Mingi wanted to be an idol because he was interested in rapping and dancing and that his interest led him to this field (MIXNINE Profile).Mingi is a former Maroo Entertainment trainee.Mingi and Yunho used to attend Seungri’s Dance Academy which is run by BIG BANG‘s Seungri.Mingi has recently been listening to “god’s plan” by Drake a lot (as of 2018).Mingi likes going to the sauna and hot-springs.Mingi was ranked 23rd on the MIXNINE Just Dance showcase, later ranked 62nd.Mingi likes nacho chips.His special talent is sleeping.His favorite food is chicken.He has a back issue.He’s right-handed.He’s good at daydreaming.He’s scared of bugs.Mingi acts like the youngest when they’re in their dorms or in the studio. He acts like a nosy little kid according to Jongho. (Forbes Interview)Mingi’s long-term goal is when people search “A” on the search engine in Google or Naver that ATEEZ is the first result. (Forbes Interview)Mingi & Jongho are roommates.Mingi’s role model is Jay Park because he does what he wants to do with music.When Kwon Jaeseung saw the group’s pre-debut performance video, He said “Mingi looks rough and firm but he has a groove” and Bae Yoonjung said “It feels like he’s playing with the song”.The members said he’s the most coward member. (ATEEZ Wanted EP. 01)

Wooyoung

Stage Name: Wooyoung (우영)
Birth Name: Jung Wooyoung (정우영)
Position: Main Dancer, Vocalist, Visual
Birthday: November 26th, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Height: 173 cm (5’8″)
Blood Type: A

Wooyoung Facts:
He was born in Ilsan, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.Wooyoung has an older brother who is in the army at the moment (KQ Fellaz EP. 13).He’s a former BigHit Trainee.He wanted to be an idol since performing in school stages and hoping to perform in bigger ones (MIXNINE Profile).His role models are HIGHLIGHT‘s Gikwang and BTS‘ Jimin (MIXNINE Profile).He attended Hanlim Multi Arts High School and was in the same class with Golden Child’s Tag and Idol School’s Bin Haneul during Senior Year.Wooyoung was the first ‘senior’s eye candy’ during his first year along with GOLDEN CHILD‘s Tag, and SURPRISE U’s Kim Hyunseo.He can touch his nose with his tongue.He has a back issue (KQ Fellaz 미국 연수기 EP. 03).He was ranked 57th on the MIXNINE Just Dance showcase, later ranked 72nd.His favorite food is meat.His favorite snacks now a days are honey butter chips.His favorite artists are BTS.His special talent is dancing.He’s right-handed.He has been listening to ‘The Truth Untold’ by BTS as of 2018.He and Yunho got selected by Millennium dance complex.He has recently read ‘the temperature of language’.He seems to have a very good sense of smell (Codename is ATEEZ EP. 01).He is friends with Changbin of Stray Kids.Wooyoung gives a sexy aura on stage but offstage he’s very playful and cool, according to Yunho. (Forbes Interview)His face and neck have very extra stretchy skin.Wooyoung’s motto is “Let’s be happy.”Wooyoung & Yeosang are roommates.

Jongho

Stage Name: Jongho (종호)
Birth Name: Choi Jongho (최종호)
Position: Main Vocalist, Maknae
Birthday: October 12th, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Height: 176 cm (5’9″)
Blood Type: O

Jongho Facts:
He was born in Seoul, South Korea.He was a contestant on MIXNINE. He wanted to be an idol because he enjoyed singing, even though he was going to be an athlete.His role model is BTS's Jungkook.He likes to tell Wooyoung lies about airplanes.He is related to another contestant on MIXNINE named Choi Jiseon.He was ranked 27th on MIXNINE Just Dance showcase, later ranked 43rd.He attended Surak High School.He’s left-handed.He likes to listen to ballad tracks.His special talents are singing, playing soccer, splitting apple, and acting.His favorite foods are Ramen, Pizza, and Steak.His favorite singer is Bruno Mars.His favorite snack is Couque D’asse green flavor.He can break fruits in half with his bare hands.He likes playing football and working out.Jongho & Mingi are roommates.He’s really strong.He has a big appetite.He’s not good at drinking sweet thing.Jongho did track in middle school (KQ Fellaz EP. 19)He wants to perform in their dream stage in Jamsil Stadium for their 10th year anniversary concert.Jongho’s lifetime motto is “Do not be afraid if you have not even tried.”