(Seventeen) Hoshi Biography: Profile, Net worth 2025, Career, Sister And Military

Profile:

Stage Name: Hoshi (호시)

Birth Name: Kwon Soon-young (권순영)

Birth Date: June 15, 1996

Birth Place: Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea

Nationality: South Korean

Ethnicity: Asian

Derived from the Korean term "Horangi-ui Siseon," (Tiger's Gaze), Hoshi's stage name captures his ferocious and mesmerizing demeanor. In Japanese, the name also denotes "star," which stands for his desire to shine brilliantly in the entertainment business. Well-documented, his passion for tigers earns him nicknames like "Tiger" and "Hamrangi," a mix of tiger and hamster that reflects his dual fearsome and adorable image. Because of his ability to boost the group's enthusiasm, fans love his vivid personality and sometimes refer to him as the "mood maker" for SEVENTEEN.

Education:

Hoshi's academic path shows his will to strike a balance between his love of performance and his study. Attending Maseok High School in Seoul, he majored in Japanese literature and developed fluency in Japanese, a talent that will help SEVENTEEN's promotions in Japan. His graduation fell in February 2015. Hoshi's passion in dancing developed throughout his time in high school; he started a dance club and entered contests, which finally drew the notice of Pledis Entertainment.
Pursuing a K-pop performance major in the Division of Entertainment in Broadcasting, Hoshi registered at the Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts in 2017 following high school. He later withdrew, though, to concentrate on his career with SEVENTEEN. Currently majoring in Practical Music (K-pop Division), he is enrolled at the Hanyang University Institute for Future Talents, proving his will to advance his musical and performance ability.
Hoshi's scholastic background—especially his fluency in Japanese—has been crucial in helping him to be a global spokesperson for SEVENTEEN, enabling him to easily interact with overseas fans and engage in Japanese media.

Net worth 2025:

Hoshi's net worth is projected to be between $8 million and $12 million by 2025.
Hoshi derives his riches from several sources:
Group activities by SEVENTEEN: With albums like Face the Sun, Heng:garae, An Ode, and Attacca selling millions of copies, SEVENTEEN is among K-pop's best-selling groups. Sales of products and concert tours, including the RIGHT HERE globe tour, greatly augment his revenue. As a member, Hoshi shares in the group's projected net worth of $31.3–43.8 million in 2025.
Leading SEVENTEEN's Performance Team, Hoshi is the main choreographer for the group's complex routines, so receiving extra royalties for his artistic output. Further increasing his revenue, he has worked on choreography for other musicians.
Hoshi's 2021 solo mixtape Spider (2021) peaked at No. 5 on the Worldwide iTunes Song Chart and charted in 48 countries overall. His income is further supplemented by his work with sub-units such Hoshi x Woozi (Beam, 2025) and BSS (Second Wind, 2023).
Hoshi has landed rich brand deals including ambassadorships with NARS Korea (2024), Diesel (2024), and a limited-edition Kellogg's Hoshi Collaboration Pack (2025). Along with appearances at Diesel's Fall/Winter 2024 presentation and Paris Fashion Week for AMI Paris (2023), these relationships improve his marketability and income.
Hoshi's income comes from appearances on series such Knowing Bros, Running Man, Bro and Marble in Dubai (2023). Although it is not a direct source of money, his generosity enhances his reputation and could open other possibilities.
Although some reports say Hoshi is among SEVENTEEN's richest members because of his leadership and choreography contributions, others speculate members like Woozi and S.Coups may have more net worths because of their songwriting and production duties. Still, Hoshi's several revenue sources put him in the top level of SEVENTEEN's earnings.

Career:

Hoshi's career speaks to his adaptability, diligence, and artistic vision. His path started when Pledis Entertainment scouted him during a middle school city-wide dance competition. Late 2011 saw him join the agency, and he trained for four years before making appearances on the reality show Seventeen TV, which highlighted Pledis' graduates. He was unique because of his innate aptitude for dance and leadership skills; he became Performance Team Leader when SEVENTEEN debuted on May 26, 2015, with the EP 17 Carat.

SEVENTEEN and Sub-Units:

Hoshi, who leads SEVENTEEN's Performance Team, choreographs the group's famous synchronized performances, hence earning SEVENTEEN the moniker "King of Synchronization." For singles like Pretty U, Don't Wanna Cry, and Super, his choreography has drawn compliments for its inventiveness and clarity. Hoshi's contributions help explain SEVENTEEN's success—many million-selling albums and sold-out world tours.
Hoshi also belongs to numerous subunits:
Along with Seungkwan and DK, Hoshi created BSS (BooSeokSoon), debuting with the 2018 single Just Do It and publishing Second Wind (2023). The subunit is well-known for their lively and enjoyable performances.
Leader of the Performance Team, Hoshi is part of this subunit alongside S.Coups and Woozi.
Hoshi x Woozi: Hoshi started in a new sub-unit with Woozi in 2025, releasing the single album Beam on March 10.

Solo Career:

With his mixtape Spider (April 2, 2021), which highlighted his vocals and performance ability, Hoshi made his solo debut. The popularity of the song on international charts confirmed his solo artist ability. On the song Tiger (2022), which popularized the term "Horanghae" (I love you, tiger), he has also worked with musicians such Tiger JK. Hoshi also appeared on the screen time (2021) of Epik High.

Other Ventures:

Hoshi has ventured into media and fashion outside of music. His increasing prominence in the fashion and lifestyle sectors is seen in his ambassadorships with NARS Korea, Diesel, and Nongshim Kelloggs. His reputation as a style icon has been confirmed by appearances at high-profile fashion events including Diesel's Fall/Winter 2024 presentation in Milan and AMI Paris's Fall/Winter 2023–2024 show. Knowing Bros and Running Man are among the variety shows Hoshi appears on where his charm and humor really shine.
One further noteworthy feature of Hoshi's profession is his generosity. Earning distinction as a member of the Honor Society, he has given notably to causes including COVID-19 assistance (₩50 million in 2020), scholarships for Maseok High School students (₩23.1 million in 2020), and the Namyangju Welfare Foundation (₩100 million in 2021). These initiatives show his will to pay back his community.

Sister and Family Background:

Born in Namyangju, Hoshi came from a close-knit household comprising his parents and an older sister born in 1995. Though little is known about his family's personal life, Hoshi has praised his mother, who helped him wake early and encouraged him through school, therefore addressing his morning difficulties. Though occasionally there are sibling arguments, his connection with his older sister is especially tight. Black belt holders in Taekwondo, both Hoshi and his sister have told stories about their competitive yet loving dynamic—including a funny memory of their father recommending they don Taekwondo protection gear to resolve conflicts.
Hoshi has confirmed that he has a close relationship with his own sister, notwithstanding some earlier uncertainty whereby a picture of a relative was identified as his sister. Still, specifics regarding her personal life are kept secret in line with the family's inclination for anonymity.

Military Enlistment:

Before the age of 28, all able-bodied men in South Korea are obliged by military duty. Born in 1996, Hoshi announced during SEVENTEEN's CARATLAND fan meetup on March 20–21, 2025, that he and bandmate Woozi are planned to enlist in the second half of 2025, following May 16, 2025 celebration of SEVENTEEN's tenth debut anniversary. This chronicles the enrollment of bandmate Jeonghan in 2024 and Wonwoo, scheduled for April 3, 2025.
"Every performance feels even more precious now, but we're not disappearing," Hoshi said to the emotionally charged yet hopeful audience. We will keep exerting great effort long after we get back. We will need your help as SEVENTEEN will be facing the challenge to last eternity. His comments capture his respect of SEVENTEEN's longevity and his thanks to CARATs, or supporters. Fans responded emotionally to the announcement; many expressed regret but also support for Hoshi and Woozi's forthcoming service.

Fun Facts and Personality:

Fans all around have come to love Hoshi for his vivid personality and distinct qualities. Here are some noteworthy statistics:
Taekwondo Historical Background: Hoshi's Taekwondo training shaped his passion in dance since he saw parallels between Taekwondo poses and dance motions. A 4th-degree black belt.
Hoshi is known as Mr. Dumbbell, 10:10 O'Clock (because of his eye form like a clock at 10:10), Kwon Fire, Kwon-Spoiler (for inadvertently disclosing comebacks), and Prince Hoshi.
Hobbies: Hoshi has a pet Norwich Terrier named Latte, adopted in December 2021, and likes gathering odd pictures of SEVENTEEN members—especially DK.
Philanthropy: Hoshi is well-known for his kind donations; Namyangju City has placed a plaque of gratitude for him in 2021.
Hoshi's passion of tigers is a distinctive quality shown in his "Horanghae" catchphrase and projects like the Kellogg's Hoshi Collaboration Pack with Soontoni, a figure inspired by tigers.
Hoshi is a favorite because of his duality—fierce on stage and humorous off-stage. His depth as a person and performer is shown by his outgoing vitality mixed with introspection times.