Kim Wan-sun Biography: Age, Awards, Net Worth, Children, Instagram, Spouse, Height

Kim Wan-sun was a prominent South Korean pop singer active in the mid-1980s and early 1990s.

She was known by the monikers “Korean Madonna” and “the dancing queen of Korean popular music’s renaissance era” due to her “sexy” dancing style and “charismatic” stage presence, which earned her a reputation as a sex symbol. Kim debuted in 1986 with the release of her first album, Tonight. 

Profile

• Full Name: Kim Wan-sun
• Stage Name: Kim Wan-sun
• Born: 16, May 1969
• Age: 55 years old
• Birthplace:  Seoul, South Korea.
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Singer
• Height: 1.54m
• Parent: Kim Seong-nam and Han Su-ja
• Siblings: Kim Young-sun
• Spouse: none
• Children: none
• Relationship: single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life And Education

Kim Wan-sun was born in Seoul, South Korea on May 16, 1969. She was raised by her parents, Kim Seong-nam and Han Su-ja, and had one sibling, Kim Young-sun.

Kim attended Seoul Jamwon Elementary School and then Sehwa Girls Middle School. She later enrolled at Sehwa Girls’ High School.

Following her secondary education, Kim studied at the University of Hawaii. Ethnically, Kim Wan-sun is South Korean, and her religious affiliation is Christianity.

Career

Kim Wan-sun was a pioneering Korean music industry figure known for her charismatic stage presence and energetic dance moves.

Her music seamlessly blended pop and rock, with memorable melodies and strong vocal performances that captivated audiences.

Debuting in 1986 at 17, Kim Wan-sun’s bold and sexy image was considered groundbreaking in South Korea.

Her fifth album, “Pierrot Smiles at Us,” released in 1990, became a major commercial success, selling over 1 million copies and solidifying her status as a music icon.

Notably, Kim Wan-sun was a trailblazer in the “Hallyu Wave,” finding remarkable success in Taiwan during the mid-1990s, which helped pave the way for the global spread of K-pop. However, her career was challenging; she faced a controlling management situation with her aunt.

In the early 1990s, Kim Wan-sun took a break from music to study design in Hawaii, demonstrating her versatility and multifaceted talents.

When she returned to Korea in 2002, she found that the music scene had shifted towards the rise of idol groups, yet her legacy as a legendary figure in Korean music remained.

Awards and Nominations

• Golden Disc Award: Song Division (possibly for a specific song)
• Mnet Asian Music Award (MAMA):
• Artist of the Year
• Best Female Artist
• KBS Music Awards: Singer Award (1991) [source: KBS World]
• SBS Entertainment Award: Best Couple (possibly for a performance with another artist)

Social Media

• Instagram handle:@kimwansunflower

Personal Life

Kim Wan-sun is a private individual who has not publicly discussed her personal life. There are no confirmed reports of Kim having a spouse or past relationships.

She has stated that not getting married has been a good decision for her. Additionally, there is currently no information available about Kim having given birth to any children. 

Discography

• Alone in Front of the Yard (1987)
• Too Lonely to Dance Alone (1988)
• Feel Good Day (1989)
• Pierrot Smiles at Us (1990)
• Sadness (1992)
• The First Touch (1994)
• Extremely Attractive (1995)
• Innocence (1996)
• Mi Mi Hu Hu (1996) (Chinese language album)
• lS & Remake (2002)
• Return (2005)
• The Original (compilation album) (2017)
• Super Love (EP) (2011)
• The Beer (EP) (2012)

Net Worth

Kim Wan-sun is a successful South Korean actress whose net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million.

This substantial net worth has been accumulated throughout her prolific career in the entertainment industry.