Son Dam-bi

Son Dam-bi is a South Korean singer and actress who first ruled the K-pop stage before winning drama fans. As a solo singer she released dance hits loved across Korea, and as an actress she charmed viewers as the free-spirited Choi Hyang-mi in the beloved drama When the Camellia Blooms (2019). Her bright confidence shines in everything she does.

Son Dam-bi is about 168 cm (5 ft 6 in) tall.

Early life

Son Dam-bi was born on September 25, 1983, in Seoul, South Korea. She trained in dance and singing for years before her debut, and her tall, athletic image stood out at once. She first gained attention in commercials and as a dancer, earning the nickname of a female Rain in the press.

Career and breakthrough

Son Dam-bi debuted as a singer in 2007 and became a solo star with the electronic dance hit Crazy in 2008, famous for its chair dance, and Saturday Night in 2009. She began acting with the drama Dream in 2009 and balanced music and screen work for years, becoming a familiar face on variety shows as well.

Popular roles

In What Happens to My Family? (2014), Son Dam-bi plays Kwon Hyo-jin in a warm weekend family drama that ran for 53 episodes and brought her steady love from older viewers. On film she joined the comedy The Accidental Detective 2: In Action (2018), showing natural comic timing.

Recent work and why fans love her

In When the Camellia Blooms (2019), her Choi Hyang-mi is a funny, carefree part-timer whose story hides a sad twist, and the role became one of the drama's favourite surprises. Fans love Son Dam-bi's energy, honesty and healthy image. She remains a symbol of confidence for many women in Korea.