Singer · South Korea
Doh Kyung Soo
도경수
Doh Kyung Soo, known as D.O., is a South Korean singer and actor, a main vocalist of EXO, known for his role in It's Okay, That's Love (2014) and for leading 100 Days My Prince (2018).
Biography
Doh Kyung Soo, widely recognized by his stage name D.O., was born on January 12, 1993, in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. From a young age, he displayed a keen interest in singing, often participating in local competitions during his school years. In 2010, he was cast by SM Entertainment after a successful audition and trained as both a vocalist and performer. Just two years later, he debuted as a main vocalist of the globally successful K-pop group EXO in 2012, quickly earning attention for his rich, soulful voice and exceptional emotional control.
As a member of EXO, D.O. contributed to numerous hit songs like Growl, Call Me Baby, and Love Shot. His vocal ability became one of the group's defining characteristics, often praised for its clarity and depth. However, D.O.'s ambitions extended beyond the music stage. In 2014, he made his acting debut in the film Cart and the drama It's Okay, That's Love, where his performance as a high school student with schizophrenia was critically acclaimed. This marked the beginning of his dual career as a respected idol and actor, earning praise from both the K-pop and film industries.
D.O. continued to build his filmography with roles in My Annoying Brother, Room No. 7, and the popular fantasy epic Along with the Gods series. His lead role in the 2018 historical drama 100 Days My Prince became a massive success, further proving his range and popularity as a lead actor. In 2021, after completing his mandatory military service, he returned to the spotlight with his solo debut mini-album Empathy, which showcased his softer, acoustic musical side and reached No.1 on iTunes in over 50 countries.
Despite his fame, Doh Kyung Soo is known for being humble, introverted, and highly dedicated to his craft. He prefers a low-profile lifestyle and rarely appears on variety shows, allowing his performances to speak for themselves. As of 2025, he remains unmarried and does not have children. Balancing a successful music career with acclaimed acting projects, D.O. continues to be one of the few K-pop idols equally respected in both the music and film industries.
Profile data
- Stage name
- Doh Kyung Soo
- Native name
- 도경수
- Nationality
- South Korean
- Gender
- Male
- Date of birth
- 12 January 1993
- Age
- 33
- Birthplace
- Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
- Zodiac
- Capricorn
- Chinese zodiac
- Monkey
- Height
- 173 cm (5'8")
- Children
- None
- Portrait source
- TMDB API
- Rights holder
- TMDB / respective copyright holder
- Usage basis
- Editorial use via TMDB API, non-commercial reference
- Metadata source
- TMDB, Wikipedia, and other sources cited in the record
- Last updated
- 29 September 2026
- Editor
- Claude (AI content review)
About Doh Kyung Soo
Hobbies
Cooking – D.O. is well known among EXO members for his love of cooking. He often experiments with recipes and even dreams of opening his own restaurant someday.
Watching Movies – A dedicated cinephile, he spends much of his downtime watching a wide range of films, which also inspires his acting craft.
Facts
Real Name is Doh Kyung Soo – Unlike many idols, he uses his real name for acting, separating it from his EXO stage persona, D.O.
Trained for 2 Years Before Debut – He was scouted in 2010 and trained for two years before debuting with EXO in 2012.
Served in the South Korean Military (2021) – He quietly enlisted in July 2019 and was praised for his humble attitude and discipline.
Solo Album Empathy Reached Global Charts – His 2021 debut solo album charted No.1 in over 50 countries on iTunes, receiving critical acclaim.
Doh Kyung Soo shows and movies
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