Jennie Kim, born on January 16, 1996 in Seoul, South Korea, is a singer, rapper, and fashion icon, best known as a member of the K‑pop group BLACKPINK, which debuted in 2016. She trained for six years at YG Entertainment after spending part of her youth in New Zealand. Jennie launched a solo career in 2018 with the hit single “Solo”, topping charts in South Korea and internationally. In March 2025, she released her debut studio album Ruby, featuring collaborators like Dua Lipa and Childish Gambino, and followed with a solo concert tour, The Ruby Experience. She is fluent in Korean and English and is credited for songwriting contributions in BLACKPINK.

Jennie's influence extends far beyond music: since 2017 (globally from 2018), she serves as global ambassador for Chanel, earning nicknames like “Human Chanel” for her signature style. She also represents brands such as Calvin Klein, Hera, Adidas, and Gentle Monster. Her fashion-forward appearances - like closing Jacquemus’s cruise show in Capri in June 2024 - cement her status as a trendsetter and global fashion ambassador.