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Jennie (Blackpink)

Jennie (born Jennie Kim) is a South Korean singer, rapper, and actress best known as a member of the girl group BLACKPINK.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jennie Kim (born January 16, 1996) is a South Korean singer, rapper, and actress. She is best known as a member of the girl group BLACKPINK, where she serves as the main rapper and lead vocalist. Jennie made her solo debut in 2018 with the single album *SOLO* and has since expanded into acting under the name Jennie Ruby Jane.

Early life

Jennie Kim was born in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea. She spent part of her childhood in New Zealand before returning to South Korea as a teenager.

BLACKPINK career

Jennie debuted as a member of BLACKPINK in 2016 under YG Entertainment. In the group, she is identified as the main rapper and lead vocalist.

Solo activities

Jennie launched her solo career on November 12, 2018 with the release of the single album *SOLO*. She is also associated with ODD ATELIER and Columbia Records. Her 2024 single *Mantra* is part of her solo work.

Acting and public image

Jennie expanded into acting in 2023, appearing in HBO's *The Idol* under the name Jennie Ruby Jane. She is also described in profile sources as a model and fashion figure.

Key facts

  • Jennie Kim is a member of BLACKPINK, debuting in 2016 as the main rapper and lead vocalist.
  • She made her solo debut on November 12, 2018 with the single album *SOLO*.
  • She acted in HBO's *The Idol* under the name Jennie Ruby Jane.
  • She is associated with ODD ATELIER and Columbia Records.
  • Jennie studied in New Zealand before returning to South Korea.
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Canadian context

BLACKPINK has a large Canadian fanbase, and Jennie’s solo releases and BLACKPINK activities are widely covered in Canadian pop-culture and music media.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jennie in BLACKPINK?
Jennie Kim is a South Korean singer and rapper who is a member of BLACKPINK, where she is the main rapper and lead vocalist.
When did Jennie debut solo?
She debuted as a solo artist on November 12, 2018 with the single album *SOLO*.
What is Jennie’s birth date?
Jennie was born on January 16, 1996.
What other work has Jennie done?
She has also worked as an actress and model; one cited acting credit is *The Idol* in 2023.
Which company is Jennie associated with now?
Profiles list her with ODD ATELIER and Columbia Records, while BLACKPINK is associated with YG Entertainment.

References

  1. BLACKPINK Wiki - Fandom — https://blackpink.fandom.com/wiki/Jennie
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, BLACKPINK role, solo debut
  2. Kpopping — https://kpopping.com/profiles/idol/Jennie
    Supports: Occupation, BLACKPINK role, debut year, current affiliations
  3. Wikipedia (via multilingual results) — https://www.wikipedia.org
    Supports: BLACKPINK debut in 2016, role in group, acting credit in The Idol
  4. Kpop Fandom — https://kpop.fandom.com/wiki/Jennie
    Supports: Occupation, group membership, solo debut
  5. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackpink
    Supports: BLACKPINK debut and Jennie as first member revealed