Im Yoon Ah

임윤아

30 May 1990

Born · age 36

168 cm · 5'6"

Height

2013

Active since

Screen credits

Yoona debuted as a member of Girls' Generation in 2007 and built a parallel acting career, winning Best New Actress for You Are My Destiny (2008) and later appearing in Love Rain, Prime Minister and I and The K2.

Biography

Im Yoon Ah, known professionally as Yoona, was born in Seoul, South Korea, on May 30, 1990. She auditioned for SM Entertainment in 2002 and spent five years training in singing, dancing, and acting before debuting as a member of Girls' Generation in August 2007, one of the most successful K-pop groups worldwide.

Alongside her music career, Yoona built an acting career of her own, starting with a minor role in the 2007 MBC drama "Two Outs in the Ninth Inning." Her first leading role came in 2008 with the KBS drama "You Are My Destiny," which drew wide recognition and earned her Best New Actress awards at both the KBS Drama Awards and the 45th Baeksang Arts Awards. She has since taken on roles across historical dramas, romantic comedies, and thrillers, including "Love Rain," "Prime Minister and I," "The K2," and "The King in Love."

Yoona's work has also reached audiences beyond South Korea. Her roles in "Love Rain" and the Chinese drama "God of War, Zhao Yun" extended her recognition across Asia, alongside the international popularity of Girls' Generation.

She remains with SM Entertainment and continues acting and performing, including with Girls' Generation's sub-unit Oh!GG, formed in 2018.

Profile data

Identity

Stage name: Im Yoon Ah
Native name: 임윤아
Gender: Female

Born and physical

Date of birth: 30 May 1990
Age: 36
Birthplace: Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac: Gemini
Chinese zodiac: Horse
Height: 168 cm (5'6")

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Last updated: 29 September 2026
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About Im Yoon Ah

Facts

Debut: Yoon Ah made her debut as part of Girls' Generation in 2007, one of the most iconic K-pop girl groups globally.
Acting Acclaim: She received critical acclaim for her role in "You Are My Destiny", which significantly boosted her acting career.
SM Entertainment: Yoon Ah was cast by SM Entertainment, one of South Korea's largest entertainment companies, after auditioning in 2002.
Educational Background: She attended Dongguk University, where she majored in theater studies, reflecting her dedication to her craft.