D.O. (entertainer) Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Songs, Films, Awards

Do Kyung-soo, widely recognized by his stage name, D.O., is a South Korean singer and actor who gained prominence as a leading vocalist of the K-pop boy band EXO.

He made his acting debut in the 2014 film “Cart,” portraying a high school student, which showcased his versatility beyond music.  

D.O. has since appeared in various television dramas and films, establishing himself as a multifaceted entertainer in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full name: Do Kyung-soo
• Nickname: D.O.
• Date of birth: January 12, 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Profession: Singer, Actor
• Height: 173 cm
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: Do Seung-soo (older brother)
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: Asian
• Net worth: $12 million

Early Life and Education

Do Kyung-soo is now 32 years old and was born on January 12, 1993, in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea. He grew up in Ilsandong District, Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. He has an older brother named Do Seung-soo. D.O. attended Goyang Poongsan Elementary School, Baekshin Middle School, and Baekseok High School.

During his school years, he participated in local singing competitions, which led to his audition for SM Entertainment in 2010. He performed Na Yoon-kwon’s “Anticipation” and Brown Eyed Soul’s “My Story” at his audition and subsequently became a trainee during his last two years of high school.  

Personal Life

Information regarding D.O.’s personal life, including details about his spouse, children, and relationship status, is not publicly available. He has maintained a level of privacy concerning his family and personal relationships.

Career

D.O. was formally introduced as the eighth member of EXO on January 30, 2012, with the release of the Korean version of the single “What Is Love,” sung by D.O. and Baekhyun.  The group debuted on April 8 with the EP “Mama.”  

In July 2013, he was featured in the song “Goodbye Summer” from f(x)’s second studio album “Pink Tape.”  In September 2014, D.O. made his acting debut with a supporting role in the movie “Cart,” playing a high school student and son of a grocery store worker and union member.  

The movie premiered at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival. He also released an original soundtrack titled “Crying Out” for the movie. Later, in 2014, D.O. made his small screen debut, playing a supporting role in the SBS drama “It’s Okay, That’s Love,” which starred Gong Hyo-jin and Jo In-sung.  

Film critic Heo Ji-Woong praised D.O. for his performance in the series and was later nominated for the Best New Actor award at the 51st Baeksang Arts Awards.

In June 2015, D.O. featured in KBS’ drama “Hello Monster,” playing a psychopath. In November 2015, D.O. starred in the film “My Annoying Brother,” playing a national judo athlete.

He continued to expand his acting career with roles in films such as “Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds” (2017), “100 Days My Prince” (2018), “Swing Kids” (2018), and “Bad Prosecutor” (2022).  D.O. debuted as a soloist on July 26, 2021, with his first extended play (EP), “Empathy.”  

In 2023, he left SM Entertainment and joined a new agency, Company SooSoo, which was established by his long-time manager, Nam Kyung-soo, to support his activities outside of EXO.  

Awards and Nominations

Grand Bell Awards:

• 2015: Best Supporting Actor – Cart – Nominated
• 2023: Best Actor – The Moon – Nominated

Hanteo Music Awards:

• 2021: Artist Award – Male Solo – D.O. – Won

Indonesian Hallyu Fans Choice Awards:

• 2021: Solo Song of the Year – “Rose” – Won

JIMFF Awards:

• 2017: Star Award – My Annoying Brother – Won

KBS Drama Awards:

• 2022: Best Couple Award – Doh Kyung-soo (with Lee Se-hee) – Bad Prosecutor – Won

Net Worth

D.O.’s net worth is estimated at $12 million. He amassed his wealth through his activities as a member of EXO, his solo music career, and his roles in various films and television dramas.  

Social Media

• Instagram: @d.o.hkyungsoo
• X: N/A

Filmography

• Cart (2014)
• It’s Okay, That’s Love (2014)
• Hello Monster (2015)
• My Annoying Brother (2016)
• Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds (2017)
• 100 Days My Prince (2018)
• Swing Kids (2018)
• Bad Prosecutor (2022)
• The Moon (2023)

Discography

• Empathy (2021)
• Blossom (2024)