TXT (Choi Soo-bin) Biography: Profile, Net Worth 2025, Career, Background, and Siblings

Profile:

Full Name: Choi Soo-bin  

Stage Name: Soobin  

Date of Birth: December 5, 2000  

Age: 24 (as of March 21, 2025)  

Birthplace: Sangnok-gu, Ansan, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea   

English Name: Steve  

Soobin is notable for his physical presence as much as for his musical ability. Rising over BTS's RM (Kim Namjoon), he is the tallest member of TXT at 6'1" and among the tallest idols under Big Hit Music. His lovable personality and allure are reflected in his nicknames, "Cucumber," "Flower Boy," and "Giant Rabbit," which allude to his slender, tall stature. Soobin is a fan favorite because of his dimpled smile and reserved yet kind attitude; he is also known as a "visual" in the K-pop scene.

Early Life and Background:

December 5, 2000, saw Soobin born in Sangnok-gu, Ansan, a city in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Raised in a middle-class household, he grew up with two older siblings: a brother six years his senior and a sister ten years his older. Although Soobin has often kept specifics about his family quite secret, he has periodically referenced his siblings in interviews and fan events, suggesting a close-knit family dynamic. Born in 1990 and born in 1994, respectively, his sister and brother most certainly had a big influence on his early years, however particular stories about their connections are rare since he prefers solitude.
Soobin showed an early interest in performing and music. After attending Kyongsu Middle School in Ansan, he eventually registered in Ansan High School. But his love of music caused him to give his career first priority over conventional studies. He dropped out of high school, then completed his General Education Development (GED) tests to get his equivalent of a high school certificate. Showing his dedication to personal development, Soobin later registered at Global Cyber University, where he worked on a degree in media and entertainment a suitable fit for someone headed for the limelight.
Soobin's path to fame started when he tried out for Big Hit Entertainment, now Big Hit Music. Though first reluctant, a buddy urged him to try, and during the audition he clearly showed his inherent ability. His family couldn't afford an arts high school, hence his will to follow his passion despite financial difficulties emphasizes his perseverance and hard ethic qualities that would eventually define his leadership in TXT.

Career:

Debut with TXT: 
Once unveiled as the second member of TXT on January 13, 2019, following Choi Yeonjun's announcement, Soobin's career took off. Big Hit Entertainment's first male group since BTS, TXT, short for Tomorrow X Together, was much anticipated. TXT made their debut with their mini-album The Dream Chapter: Star on March 4, 2019, with "Crown" as the lead song Toping the Gaon Album Chart and Billboard World Albums Chart, the EP debuted at number 140 on the US Billboard 200, ranking best among male K-pop groups at the time.
Leading TXT, Soobin has been especially helpful in guiding the five members Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Huening Kai through their explosive ascent to popularity. TXT's repertoire, which mixes K-pop with hip-hop, electronic, and contemplative themes, has gained complexity from his deep, expressive voice and rap abilities. Hits such "Blue Hour, "0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You)," and "Good Boy Gone Bad" highlight his adaptability and contribution to the group's unique sound.

Milestones and Achievements:

TXT's triumph has been explosive. While later albums like The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE (2021) shattered personal sales records with nearly 630,000 copies sold in its first week, their debut studio album, The Dream Chapter: Magic (released October 21, 2019), confirmed their status as "monster rookies." Among the many honors the group has received are Rookie of the Year at several 2019 events and acknowledgement on foreign rankings including the Billboard 200.
Beyond music, Soobin increased his profile in the entertainment business hosting KBS's Music Bank from July 24, 2020, to October 1, 2021 alongside OH MY GIRL's Arin. His innate charm and professionalism as an MC won him compliments and helped him to appeal even more to fans. Showing his increasing adaptability, he entered solo hosting with the web variation series Your Favorite's Favorites in 2024.

Health Hiatus and Return:

Big Hit Music revealed in November 2024 that Soobin would temporarily miss important events including the 2024 MAMA Awards and TXT's Japan and Shanghai shows because of health issues. During the in-person BEOMEDIO event, he reassured supporters of his recovery and dedication to TXT by returning to group activities on February 7, 2025.

2025 Net Worth:

Although estimates place Soobin's net worth at roughly $2 million USD, if his career develops projections indicate it may increase. His earnings with TXT including record sales, globe tours (such Act: Lovesick and Act: Sweet Mirage), and endorsement deals with companies like Converse, Louis Vuitton, and SK Telecom have produced this number. His money comes from his work as an MC and possible solo endeavors as well.
With TXT still ruling the worldwide music market, Soobin's financial situation should improve and, depending on new projects and sponsorships, might reach $2 million or more in 2025.

Siblings:

Two older siblings of Soobin are a brother born in 1994 (6 years his senior) and a sister born in 1990 (10 years his senior). Not much is known about their personal life since Soobin keeps a quiet about his family. He has, however, revealed brief flashes of their impact, including during a 2019 fansign event when he verified their age differences. Though they have kept out of the public view, his sister and brother most likely supported him during his early years so Soobin could be the family's star.

Personal Life and Interests:

Soobin, with his ISFP personality type, is grounded and quiet even with his popularity. Simple pleasures like reading self-help books, hanging out with his dog Sean, and indulging in snacks like tteokbokki and almond milk a gift he has indicated he would love excite him. Mangosteen is his preferred fruit; he particularly enjoys chocolate ice cream especially mint chocolate chip. Soobin is not a picky eater; rather, he suffers with spicy cuisine, a relevant peculiarity he revealed to his followers.