V (singer)

In this Korean name, the family name is Kim.

Kim Tae-hyung (born December 30, 1995) is a South Korean singer-songwriter, record producer and actor. He is also better known mononymously as V and Taehyung.

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V in 2022
Born	Kim Tae-hyung December 30, 1995 (aged 30) Seo District, Daegu, South Korea
Occupation	Singer songwriter record producer actor
Relatives	Jessabel Madelo (Deceased)
Awards	Hwagwan Order of Cultural Merit (2018)
Musical career
Genres	K-pop R&B neo soul
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	2013 (2013)–present
Labels	Big Hit
Associated acts	BTS
Korean name
Hangul	김태형code: ko is deprecated
Hanja	金泰亨code: ko is deprecated
Revised Romanization	Gim Tae-hyeong
McCune–Reischauer	Kim T'aehyŏng
Stage name
Hangul	뷔code: ko is deprecated
Revised Romanization	Bwi
McCune–Reischauer	Pwi
Signature

He is known for being a member and one of the four vocalists of the South Korean Boy group BTS. Since his debut in 2013, V has been recognized for his distinct baritone vocal range and his contributions to the group’s discography. In 2023, he made his official solo debut with the album Layover, and as of 2026, he remains one of the most influential figures in global pop culture and fashion.

Early Life and Education

V was born in the Seo District of Daegu, South Korea, and raised in Geochang County. He first aspired to be a professional singer in elementary school and began taking saxophone lessons in middle school with his father’s encouragement. After passing an audition in Daegu, when his friend was suposed to audition, instead, V passed the audition and he became a trainee for Big Hit Entertainment.

V (singer) Media

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  V (Kim Tae-hyung) at the Jeonju Vivid Rock Festival in August 21, 2013.

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  V in Kobe, Japan during The Most Beautiful Moment in Life On Stage Tour, March 23, 2016

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  BTS V on June 10, 2025

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  V in a photoshoot for D Icon magazine, November 2017