The year of the Black Tiger in 2022 is coming.

Those celebrities born in 2003, who are currently 19 years old, will soon turn 20, enjoy drinking and dancing legally, and know how much they drink. Among celebrities we know well, we can see many people who will break out of minors in 2022 and change the leading digit of their age to two.

Here are the celebrities who will turn 20 next year.

• ITZY's Yuna

Yuna was born on December 9, 2003 in Wonju, Gangwon-do. She debuted in the entertainment industry in February 2019 at the age of 17 as the youngest member of the group ITZY.

Yuna, who has a gorgeous visual and a lively personality, gained great popularity, and fans call her 'Ariel' from the Disney animation 'The Little Mermaid' and gave her love.

Meanwhile, Yuna was confirmed as the MC for '2021 SBS Gayo Daejun', which will be aired on the 25th, and will show off her neat progress.

• IVE's Ahn Yu Jin

Ahn Yu Jin, who is a former member of the group IZ*ONE and is currently a part ofthe rookie group IVE, was born in 2003.

She debuted as a member of IZ*ONE after joining in Mnet's 'Produce 48' in 2018.After IZ*ONE was officially disbanded in April, Ahn Yu Jin took on the role of MC for SBS's 'Inkigayo' and showed off her versatility as host.

She is leading the team's popularity by taking on the role of leader of the girl group IVE, which recently appeared in the entertainment industry which was established by Starship Entertainment.

• Fromis 9's Baek Ji Heon

Baek Ji Heon is also one of the celebrities who will turn 20 next year.

Baek Ji Heon balance her busy schedule and recently took the '2022 College Scholastic Ability Test'.

In the meantime, Baek Ji Heon focused on studying for the '2022 College Scholastic Ability Test' through the live broadcast of 'Study with Me' on the official YouTube channel of Fromis 9. The bright future of Baek Ji Heon, who is passionate not only in idol activities but also in academics, is expected.

• VERIVERY Kang Min

Kang Min, who was born in 2003 and is currently 19 years old, can legally drink alcohol next year.

Along with Baek Ji Heon , Kang Minalso took the '2022 College Scholastic Ability Test' with a lot of fans.

In relation to the '2022 College Scholastic Ability Test', Kang Min said through VLIVE, "Applause to high school seniors. I'll put you on the bottom." He cutely warned, "Still, be nervous. It will be solved."

• Wang Seok Hyeon

Wang Seok Hyeon, who was loved for his unique cuteness in the movie 'Speedy Scandal, is also turning 20 in 2022.

He surprised everyone by telling the story of his rapid growth on MBC's 'Radio Star', which aired in May. Wang Seok Hyeon is proud of his handsome appearance and exudes warmth through his personal Instagram.

Interest is focused on what Wang Seok Hyeon will showcase as an actor in the future.

• Tang Joon Sang

Tang Joon Sang, who made his debut in the musical 'Billy Elliot' in 2010, will also turn 20 next year.

Tang Joon Sang proved his acting growth this year by taking on two consecutive lead roles in Netflix's 'Move to Heaven' and SBS' 'Racket Boys'.

Then, he received a lot of praise when he announced that he had recently been admitted to the Department of Theater and Film at Chung-Ang University. A lot of support is pouring in for Tang Joon Sang, who proudly rose to the leading role at a young age and was accepted into the Department of Theater and Film at Chung-Ang University, a 'prestige acting department'.

Actress Kang Ye Won got emotional as she opened up about why she took a break from broadcasting and why she’s finally giving love a chance.

On the March 3 episode of tvN STORY’s Can I Love Now?, Kang Ye Won made her debut as a new participant looking for romance.

During the broadcast, she revealed that negative online comments had deeply affected her. "I used to cry all the time reading comments. I get hurt easily. What might be a small wound for others feels like a huge blow to me," she shared, expressing the stress she faced from malicious remarks.

She also admitted that at one point, she wanted to leave everything behind. "I kept thinking, ‘How long do I have to keep working this hard?’ and it became overwhelming."

She added, "At one point, I thought, ‘I should just quit everything and move to the countryside,’ and that idea actually gave me peace," she confessed.

When it came to dating, Kang Ye Won shared that she had always been content watching others fall in love.

"It never worked out for me. I wasn’t the type to ask for introductions either. I just found comfort in living as an observer. Maybe it’s my fate. I’m fearful, and I lack courage. If I feel like someone might hurt me, I block them out from the start," she admitted.

However, the actress revealed that she ultimately joined Can I Love Now? for her father. "My dad was born in 1943. He had me late in life, and his health isn’t great."

She added, "I realized that if I continue living alone like this, I won’t be able to give my parents any hope until the moment they pass away," she said with tears in her eyes. "My perspective on life has changed. I no longer think just about myself, but about my parents."

Kang Ye Won’s heartfelt confession touched many viewers, leaving fans rooting for her to find happiness.

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