Myung Jaehyun is a South Korean singer, rapper, and songwriter. He gained recognition as the leader of the K-pop boy group BOYNEXTDOOR under KOZ Entertainment.

He was introduced as a member on May 5, 2023, and officially debuted with the group on May 30, 2023, with the single album “WHO!”.

Early Life and Education

Myung Jaehyun was born on December 4, 2003, in Daebang-dong, Dongjak-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Details about his father are not publicly available; however, his mother was born in 1970, and he has an older brother, born in 1999, who stands at 185 cm tall.

Jaehyun spent his formative years in Seoul, where he attended Singil Elementary School and Sungnam Middle School, and later graduated from Sungnam High School.

During his school years, he was actively involved in student leadership, serving as the student president from elementary through high school. He also played soccer as a midfielder, wearing the number 17 jersey.

Personal Life

Myung Jaehyun is single and has not publicly disclosed any romantic relationships. However, in December 2024, rumours circulated about a possible relationship between Jaehyun and NMIXX’s Haewon.

Career

Myung Jaehyun began his music career as a trainee under YG Entertainment before joining KOZ Entertainment in 2022. He was the last member to join BOYNEXTDOOR and debuted with the group on May 30, 2023, with the single album “WHO!”.

As the leader, Jaehyun has been instrumental in shaping the group’s musical direction, contributing to songwriting and composing tracks such as “But I Like You,” “Serenade,” and “Crying .”In January 2024, he expanded his career by becoming an MC for Mnet’s “M Countdown,” showcasing his versatility in the entertainment industry.

Awards and Nominations

Hanteo Music Awards:

2025

Global Artist – Asia: Jaehyun (Nominated)

Global Artist – Oceania: Jaehyun (Nominated)

Global Artist – Africa: Jaehyun (Nominated)

Global Artist – Europe: Jaehyun (Nominated)

Global Artist – North America: Jaehyun (Nominated)

Global Artist – South America: Jaehyun (Nominated)

Net Worth

Myung Jaehyun’s net worth is estimated to be $1.53 million, primarily derived from his activities with BOYNEXTDOOR.

Controversy

In December 2024, Myung Jaehyun became the subject of dating rumours involving NMIXX’s Haewon. A viral post suggested that the two idols were in a relationship, citing similarities in their gestures and appearances on music shows.

Fans noted that Haewon‘s description of her ideal type matched Jaehyun’s characteristics and pointed out instances where both idols spelled out “LOVE” using their fingers within days of each other.

Additionally, they observed that Haewon mentioned the number 24, which Jaehyun had previously worn on a jersey during BOYNEXTDOOR‘s activities with NBA Japan. Despite the speculation, neither Jaehyun nor Haewon confirmed the rumours, and no official statements were made regarding their relationship status.

Filmography

M Countdown (Mnet, 2024–present) – MC

BOY NEXT DOOR TONIGHT – Debut Show

FUNNEXTDOOR – 2 Seasons

BOYNEXTDOOR 2NIGHT – Comeback show

BOYNEXTDOOR TONI3HT – Comeback Show

What’s Door – Variety Show

OPEN DOOR – Web Show

CAMCORDOOR – Web Show

WITH BOYNEXTDOOR – Web Show

DOORVIEW – Web Show

Behind The DOOR – Web Show

Discography

Single Albums:

WHO! (2023)

Extended Plays (EPs):

Why.. (2023)

How? (2024)

19.99 (2024)

No Genre (2025)

Digital Singles:

If I Say, I Love You (2025)