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My Take
Yuri stands out to me as one of the most quietly formidable members of Girls' Generation. Debuting in 2007 from Goyang, she anchored a group that became a global phenomenon, yet she never coasted on that legacy. Singer, actress, model, even pianist, she carries a rare versatility, and her dance work is razor-sharp without a trace of arrogance. Her time at Chung-Ang University hints at a grounded discipline beneath the glamour. What impresses me is how she has matured into a serious performer rather than staying boxed in as an idol. That blend of star wattage and genuine work ethic earns my deep respect.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Kwon Yu-ri
- Name (Japanese)
- ユリ
- Reading
- ゆり
- Born
- December 5, 1989 (age 36)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Sagittarius / Snake
- Origin
- Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- Private
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- actor / singer / film actor / pianist / model
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Nunggok High School
- University
- Chung-Ang University
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
- Official sitehttp://yuri.smtown.com/
- Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/yulyulk/
- Wikipedia (Japanese)https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E3%83%A6%E3%83%AA%20(%E5%B0%91%E5%A5%B3%E6%99%82%E4%BB%A3)
Frequently asked questions
When was Kwon Yu-ri born?
Born December 5, 1989 (age 36).
Where is Kwon Yu-ri from?
Kwon Yu-ri is from Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
What does Kwon Yu-ri do?
Kwon Yu-ri works as actor, singer, film actor, pianist, model.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.