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Choi Siwon was born on April 7, 1986 in Seoul, South Korea and is credited as a singer, actor and model. As of 2026, Choi Siwon is 40 years old. Schooling on record includes Apgujeong High School and Inha University.
My Take
Choi Siwon embodies the modern idea of a complete entertainer in a way I find genuinely impressive. A Super Junior member who sings, acts, models, dances, and writes songs already covers enormous ground, but it is his UNICEF ambassador work across East Asia and the Pacific that earns my real respect. Fame is easy to accumulate and hard to use well, and Siwon clearly understands the responsibility that comes with influence. Balancing a dazzling pop career with grounded humanitarian commitment is no small feat. He strikes me as someone with both star power and substance.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Choi Siwon
- Name (Japanese)
- チェ・シウォン
- Reading
- ちぇ・しうぉん
- Born
- April 7, 1986 (age 40)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aries / Tiger
- Origin
- Seoul, South Korea
- Occupation
- singer / actor / model / songwriter / dancer
2. Background
- High school
- Apgujeong High School
- University
- Inha University
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-18
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Choi Siwon born?
Born April 7, 1986 (age 40).
Where is Choi Siwon from?
Choi Siwon is from Seoul, South Korea.
What does Choi Siwon do?
Choi Siwon works as singer, actor, model, songwriter, dancer.
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