Introduction
Winter (윈터), born Kim Min-jeong (김민정) on January 1, 2001, in Busan, South Korea, is a singer and dancer best known as a member of aespa, a K-pop girl group formed by SM Entertainment in 2020.
As one of the group's main vocalists and dancers, she is recognized for her clear, expressive voice, capable of delivering both delicate melodic passages and powerful vocal performances. Her dancing skills and stage presence further contribute to her artistic identity.
Career
Winter grew up in Yangsan, South Gyeongsang Province. Discovered by SM Entertainment during a school dance festival in 2016, she joined the agency and underwent approximately four years of training. Initially interested in becoming an actress, she eventually chose a musical career, combining her passion for singing and dancing.
She officially debuted with aespa on November 17, 2020, with the release of Black Mamba. In January 2022, she also joined GOT the beat, a group bringing together several SM Entertainment singers, including BoA, Taeyeon and Wendy.
Alongside her activities with aespa, Winter has participated in musical collaborations and soundtracks for Korean television dramas. In 2024, she introduced Spark, a solo track to which she also contributed as a songwriter and composer.
Did You Know?
- Background: born in Busan, she grew up in the city of Yangsan.
- School years: she served as a class vice-president.
- Nickname: she is sometimes called Baby Rabbit because of her appearance.
- Interests: she particularly enjoys action films and cooking.
- Instagram: @imwinter.