Bae Joo-hyun
Also known as Bae Joo Hyeon, Bae Joo Hyun, Bae Ju Hyeon, Irene
- Born
- Mar 29, 1991age 35
- height
- 5'2" (or 157 cm) (Petite)
- body type
- Slim
- nationality
- South Korean
Career
Active 2014 – present
Biography
About Bae Joo-hyun
South Korean singer Bae Joo-hyun, known professionally as Irene, leads the girl group Red Velvet. Born in Daegu, Korea, Republic of, she trained for five years before debuting in 2014. With over 12 years active, she has become a recognizable figure in K-pop. She is petite, standing at 5'2", with a slim build and natural measurements of 33-23-34. Her black hair and brown eyes complete her look. As an influencer, she has amassed 11.2 million Instagram followers. In 2020, she formed the sub-unit Red Velvet - Irene & Seulgi with her bandmate Kang Seul-gi. Her career includes singing, hosting, and acting. She remains a prominent member of Red Velvet.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 2014-present (started around 23 years old; 12 years active)
- Birthplace
- Daegu, Korea, Republic of
- Ethnicity
- Asian
Body
- Hair Color
- Black
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 99 lbs (or 45 kg)
- Measurements
- 33–23–34 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.68
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 11.2m (as of March 2026)
Frequently asked
How did Irene's career in Red Velvet begin?
Irene trained for five years before debuting as the leader of Red Velvet in 2014.
What is Red Velvet - Irene & Seulgi?
It is a duo sub-unit formed in 2020, featuring Irene and her bandmate Seulgi.
Who are the other members of Red Velvet?
The group includes Shon Seung-wan, Park Soo-young, Kim Ye-rim, and Kang Seul-gi.
Did you know
- Irene debuted as the leader of Red Velvet after five years of training.
- She formed a sub-unit with Seulgi named Red Velvet - Irene & Seulgi in 2020.
- Her stage name is Irene while her birth name is Bae Joo-hyun.
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