Jang Won-young 장원영
Jang Won-young is a South Korean singer and one of the most recognizable visuals in K-pop, first stepping into the spotlight as the center of IZ*ONE before going on to lead the global success of IVE. After topping the survival show Produce 48 at just thirteen, she has grown into a chart-driving idol, a sought-after fashion ambassador and a familiar face as an awards-show and music-program host.
Career
Produce 48 & IZ*ONE 2018-2021
She finished first on Mnet's Produce 48 in 2018 and debuted as the youngest member and center of the Korean-Japanese group IZ*ONE on October 29 with "La Vie en Rose." The group disbanded in April 2021 after a string of hit releases across Korea and Japan.
IVE debut 2021-2022
Announced in November 2021, she debuted as a member of IVE on December 1 with the single "Eleven." The follow-ups "Love Dive" (2022) and "After Like" (2022) became major commercial hits and cemented IVE as a leading fourth-generation group.
Stardom & solo activities 2023-present
Through the studio album I've Ive ("I Am") and the EPs I've Mine, Ive Switch and beyond, she has been a constant presence on music charts while also hosting music programs and awards ceremonies and contributing songwriting credits to several IVE tracks.
Discography
EPs
| Album | Release | Title track |
|---|---|---|
| 《I've Mine》 | 2023.10.13 | Baddie |
| 《Ive Switch》 | 2024.04.29 | Heya / Accendio |
| 《Ive Empathy》 | 2025.02.03 | Attitude |
Single albums
| Album | Release | Title track |
|---|---|---|
| 《Eleven》 | 2021.12.01 | Eleven |
| 《Love Dive》 | 2022.04.05 | Love Dive |
| 《After Like》 | 2022.08.22 | After Like |
With IVE: studio albums I've Ive (2023, "I Am") and Revive+ (2026, "Blackhole"), plus the EP Ive Secret (2025, "XOXZ"). Songwriting credits include "Mine," "Shine with Me," "Attitude," "XOXZ" and "Bang Bang."
TV · Variety · Radio
| Year | Program | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Produce 48 | Contestant (1st place) |
| 2021-2023 | Music Bank (KBS) | MC |
| 2021-2025 | Asia Artist Awards | Host |
Acting · Musicals
Awards
Won Multiple Bonsang and group awards with IVE at the Golden Disc Awards, MAMA, Melon Music Awards and Seoul Music Awards (2022-2024).
Nominated Repeated Daesang (grand prize) nominations with IVE at major year-end ceremonies.
Trivia
- Her older sister is actress Jang Da-ah.
- She has been a global ambassador for Miu Miu since 2021 and is widely covered for her fashion and runway appearances.