Who Is Jay Park? Age, Biography and Wiki
Born on April 25, 1987, Jay Park is currently 37 years old. He was born in Edmonds, Washington, and gained fame as a member of the South Korean boy band 2PM before launching a successful solo career. Over the years, he has established himself as a prominent figure in both the American and South Korean music scenes, blending various genres like hip-hop, R&B, and pop. His Wikipedia page offers more insight into his artistic journey and achievements here.
| Occupation | Choreographer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | April 25, 1987 |
| Age | 38 Years |
| Birth Place | Edmonds, Washington, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Jay Park's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Standing tall at approximately 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) and weighing around 154 lbs (70 kg), Jay Park is known for his fit physique. He maintains a rigorous workout regime that complements his vibrant lifestyle. His measurements, including his chest size of 40 inches, waist size of 32 inches, and bicep size of 14 inches, contribute to his appealing stage presence.
Jay Park (born April 25, 1987), Korean name Park Jae-beom, is an American rapper, singer-songwriter and dancer based in South Korea. He is a member of the Seattle-based b-boy crew Art of Movement (AOM), and founder and former CEO of the independent hip hop record labels AOMG and H1ghr Music, as well as the founder of the record label More Vision.
Park returned to South Korea in June 2010 for the filming of Hype Nation, and in July, Park signed a contract with SidusHQ, one of the largest entertainment agencies in South Korea.
Rebranding and re-debuting as both a solo singer and a rapper, Park has participated in the underground hip hop culture scene in South Korea, a rarity for both active and former K-Pop idols.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Jay Park is reportedly single, allowing him to focus on his music and business ventures. Over the years, he has been linked to various celebrities, but he tends to keep his personal life private. Though he has yet to confirm a serious partner, fans continue to speculate about his dating life, hoping to catch a glimpse of his romantic interests.
Born in Edmonds, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area, Park showed great interest in hip hop music and breakdancing at a young age. Park attended Edmonds-Woodway, where he spent most of his break and lunch times practicing dance with friends.
Park started listening to hip hop and rap music in his early teens, and spent time learning and writing raps himself during high school. In 2003, Park became one of the first members of the Seattle-based b-boy crew Art of Movement (AOM).
Often skipping classes to participate in b-boy competitions, Park would have continuous clashes with his mother regarding his lack of interest in academics and potential higher education.
In 2004, Park's mother, seeing how her son spent more time breakdancing than studying, suggested he try out for a locally advertised talent audition, which was organized by South Korean conglomerate JYP Entertainment.
With his family financially struggling at the time, Park auditioned for the program, believing it to be a contest where the winner would receive a monetary prize reward.
Unbeknownst to Park, the success of his audition would eventually lead to him being officially contacted and selected by JYP Entertainment to be part of a Korean boy band as an idol. In January 2005, Park was brought to South Korea to receive training in dancing, rapping, singing, and the Korean language under the strict supervision of JYPE.
Park eventually completed his university education at Dankook University.
Net Worth and Salary
Jay Park's net worth is estimated to be around $10 million in 2025. His wealth primarily comes from his successful music career, including album sales, concerts, endorsements, and various business ventures. In addition to his music, Jay has made significant investments in the fashion and beverage industries, further expanding his financial portfolio.
He released his first full-length Korean album, New Breed, in February, with the lead single "Know Your Name". The album reached number 1 twice on the Gaon Weekly album chart in South Korea, and also reached number 1 on the Hanteo Weekly chart by selling more than 80,000 copies offline in 10 days.
New Breed debuted at number 4 on the Billboard World Album Charts and ranked number 16 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums Chart. Park made his comeback stage on Korean music shows on February 16. He won Music Bank on February 24, one week after his comeback.
On April 27, Park began Asian promotions for the Asian version release of his album New Breed, and visited 5 countries: Singapore, the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and Japan. On April 28, Jay performed at the 2012 Star Awards in Singapore.
On June 13, he released the Japan editions of his albums Take a Deeper Look and New Breed through Universal J. The regular edition of New Breed includes the English version of "I Love You" and the acoustic version of "Know Your Name" as bonus tracks.
Career, Business and Investments
Jay Park's career spans over a decade, marked by several successful albums, chart-topping singles, and collaborations with prominent artists. He has also founded his own label, AOMG (Above Ordinary Music Group), which has become a leading platform for hip-hop and R&B artists in South Korea. Beyond music, he has ventured into the world of advertising, including collaborations with fashion brands and launching his own lines. His investments in the beverage industry, particularly in craft beer, have also proven lucrative, showcasing his business acumen.
On September 4, 2009, unfavorable comments about Korea were found on Park's personal Myspace account from 2005. The comments, written in English to a friend, were translated by Korean media and quickly spread across hundreds of news articles.
Park expressed deep remorse and shame over his forgotten words and issued an official apology, explained the unhappiness that he experienced during his early days as a trainee in an unfamiliar country where he lacked family, the ability to easily communicate, and an understanding of the culture.
Outraged protesters demanded that Park should be removed from 2PM, but JYP CEO Park Jin-young on September 7, 2009, said Jay Park would continue as a part of the group. The following day, Jay Park announced on his official fancafe that he would be leaving the group to calm the situation and return to his hometown of Seattle.
He also apologized to the other 2PM members and promised to "come back a better person". Park Jin-young then confirmed that 2PM would continue as a six-member group.
Due to the sensitive topic of Jay Park's departure, all 2PM members were withdrawn from their regular appearances on variety shows, and the final episode of their reality show, Wild Bunny, was postponed indefinitely. Park's vocals would not be removed from the older songs he promoted with 2PM, but he would be absent from the newer tracks.
The remaining six members of 2PM re-filmed their music video for "Heartbeat" without Park on October 31, 2009.
Social Network
Jay Park is highly active on social media, where he connects with his fans and shares insights into his life and career. His Instagram account (@jparkit) has millions of followers, making it a powerful platform for promoting his music and business ventures. He also engages with fans through Twitter and YouTube, where he shares music videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and personal thoughts.
On several occasions, Park was the number one trending topic on Twitter, even topping the Oscars on March 8. Park's fans revealed plans to release a self-produced album in his honor on March 27 to commemorate the 200th day anniversary of his departure from Korea.
However, because the album had been in preparation since January and public opinion on 2PM had since changed, the fans decided it would be in the best interest to not release the CD, and instead, mailed 10–20 copies to Seattle, Park's hometown.
Education
Jay Park was educated at Edmonds-Woodway High School in Washington before moving to South Korea to pursue a music career. He received formal training in singing and dancing, which laid the foundation for his success in the entertainment industry. Although he did not attend college due to his early career in music, his dedication and passion for his craft have made him a respected figure in pop culture.
