Yeonwoo

Yeonwoo is a South Korean actress and former singer, best known as a member of the girl group Momoland before transitioning to a full-time acting career. Under 9ato Entertainment, she has built a steady filmography of television dramas since 2019, gradually moving from supporting roles to leading parts. Her most prominent work includes the historical drama The Tale of Lady Ok (2024–2025), where she played her first major lead. She maintains a modest but loyal fanbase and keeps a low public profile, focused on developing her craft as an actress.[edit]

Lee Da-bin grew up in Chungju, a small city in North Chungcheong Province. From an early age, she showed an interest in performing, taking part in school talent shows and local singing competitions. She attended Hanlim Multi Art School in Seoul, a prestigious arts high school that produced many K-pop idols, where she studied practical music and performance. After graduating, she enrolled at Sejong University with a major in film and performing arts, though her trainee schedule soon took priority.

Her big break came when she passed an audition for MLD Entertainment (then Duble Kick Entertainment) and became a trainee, undergoing intensive training in singing, dancing, and stage presence. In 2016, she competed on the Mnet survival show Finding Momoland, which determined the final lineup of the group. She secured a spot and debuted as a member of Momoland in November 2016.[edit]

Yeonwoo debuted with Momoland on November 10, 2016, with the single album Welcome to Momoland. The group gained traction in 2017 with the EP Freeze! and the single "Wonderful Love." Their breakthrough came in 2018 with the viral hit "Bboom Bboom" from the EP Great!, which peaked at number 2 on the Gaon Digital Chart and earned the group their first music show wins. Yeonwoo's popularity surged, and she became one of the most recognized members, praised for her visuals and stage presence.

In 2019, she began transitioning to acting, landing her first role in the tvN drama Pegasus Market. In November 2019, she left Momoland to focus on acting and signed with 9ato Entertainment. She followed with supporting roles in Touch (2020), Cheat on Me If You Can (2020), The Golden Spoon (2022), and Numbers (2023). In 2024, she appeared in Dog Knows Everything and took the lead in the JTBC historical drama The Tale of Lady Ok (2024–2025), marking her first major leading role. As of 2026, she continues to seek new acting projects under 9ato Entertainment.[edit]

Yeonwoo is known for a girl-next-door beauty with elegant, minimalist fashion, often wearing soft-toned outfits and natural makeup. Korean media portrays her positively, focusing on her visuals and growth as an actress. She maintains a clean, professional image with no controversies. Her public content is primarily promotional, drama stills, behind-the-scenes videos, and magazine pictorials. She posts infrequently on Instagram with short, personal captions in Korean. She does not have an official solo fandom name; during Momoland days, the group fandom was called Merries. Her fanbase is small but dedicated, often sending support trucks to filming locations.[edit]

Yeonwoo commands a steady global presence that bridges her former tenure as a K-pop visual ace with her current standing as a respected character actress. Despite maintaining a low public profile since leaving Momoland, her career trajectory has kept her relevant within international entertainment circles. iFANN's Global Fame Engine evaluated Yeonwoo in August 2026 and determined she is currently the EVALUATED_UNRANKED person globally, meaning she does not hold a placement in the published Top 1,000 or scope-specific rankings at this time. While she lacks a formal sub-fandom name distinct from the collective Momoland fanbase, her personal following remains significant. Her Instagram handle @chloelxxlxx has accumulated approximately 702,000 followers, indicating a dedicated audience that often overlaps with general K-pop enthusiasts who followed her transition to acting. Unlike idols with massive solo campaigns, Yeonwoo's supporters engage primarily through her drama releases and occasional YouTube content rather than organized group projects or specific rituals. The narrative of her departure due to health issues and subsequent success in historical dramas like The Tale of Lady Ok continues to resonate, sustaining her visibility without requiring a viral resurgence.[edit]

Her stage name Yeonwoo translates to 'friendly rain' in Korean, a choice made by her company to reflect her gentle image. She goes by the English name Chloe, which appears in her Instagram handle @chloelxxlxx. During Momoland's peak years, she consistently ranked high in visual polls alongside fellow member Nancy. Fans often refer to her as the group's 'ending fairy,' a cultural title given to the member who receives the final camera shot during performances due to her striking visuals. A defining chapter of her story involves her departure from Momoland on November 30, 2019, which was attributed to severe health struggles visible since her time on Finding Momoland. Another piece of pop-culture lore involves widespread rumors in 2021 linking her romantically with actor Lee Min-ho; while his agency issued a formal denial later that year, the story remains a frequently retold topic among fans. Unlike many former idols, she has not released any solo music since leaving the group. Her hobbies include reading, photography, and cooking, and she occasionally shares photos of her pet dog on social media.[edit]

Yeonwoo keeps her family life private and has not publicly disclosed details about her parents or siblings. She has not mentioned any extended family members in interviews. She lives alone in Seoul and has a pet dog, which she occasionally features on Instagram. There is no public information about her current household beyond her own residence.[edit]

Yeonwoo was a member of Momoland alongside Nancy, JooE, Ahin, Hyebin, Daisy, Taeha, Jane, and Nayun. Her current agency is 9ato Entertainment. She has not worked repeatedly with any single actor or director across multiple projects.[edit]

Yeonwoo has kept her personal life private and has no confirmed public romantic relationships as of 2026. There were fan speculations linking her to male idols in 2018–2019 due to on-screen chemistry, but none were substantiated by credible sources. Her agency has not issued any statements regarding her dating life. As of 2026, she is reported to be single.[edit]

iFANN currently estimates Yeonwoo's net worth at $2 Million for 2026. This figure reflects her earnings from her time with Momoland between 2016 and 2019, where income from music sales, concerts, and endorsements was shared among members. Since transitioning to acting, she has earned revenue from various drama appearances. Early supporting roles likely commanded standard K-drama rates ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 per episode, while her leading role in The Tale of Lady Ok secured higher fees. Additional income streams include individual brand endorsements and magazine pictorials. There are no known real estate holdings or business ventures associated with her portfolio.[edit]

Yeonwoo has not won any major individual awards as of 2026. All awards she was part of were group awards with Momoland, which are not included here.[edit]