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Jay (제이) is a Korean-American singer, rapper, and member of ENHYPEN. Learn about Park Jong Seong's age, height, birthday, nationality, MBTI, career, and fun facts.
Park Jong Seong, better known as Jay, is a Korean-American singer, rapper, and member of ENHYPEN. Born on April 20, 2002, in Seattle, Washington, Jay spent his early childhood in the United States before moving to South Korea at age nine.
Before debuting, Jay trained at LP Dance Academy and later joined Big Hit Entertainment, where he spent nearly three years developing his performance skills. His determination, humor, and strong stage presence made him one of the standout contestants on the survival show I-LAND.
Jay ultimately ranked second in the I-LAND finale with more than 1.18 million votes, earning a place in ENHYPEN. Since debuting, he has become known for his charismatic performances, multilingual abilities, fashion sense, and outspoken personality.
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Jay was born Park Jong Seong (박종성) on April 20, 2002, in Seattle, Washington. Source: Boo World
He moved from the United States to South Korea when he was nine years old. Source: Boo World
Jay was named after former Seattle Mariners baseball player Jay Buhner. Source: KProfiles
His stage name is both a tribute to his American roots and his father's love of baseball. Source: KProfiles
Jay's father is the CEO of Sinar Tours, an international travel company. Source: Famous Birthdays
He is an only child. Source: KProfiles
Jay is fluent in both English and Korean. Source: KProfiles
He taught himself much of his Japanese by watching anime. Source: KProfiles / Studocu
He ranked 2nd in the finale of I-LAND with 1,182,889 votes. Source: KProfiles
Jay trained at LP Dance Academy before joining Big Hit Entertainment. Source: KProfiles
He spent nearly three years training before appearing on I-LAND. Source: KProfiles
Fans gave him the nickname "Angry Bird" because of his intense facial expressions during performances. Source: Famous Birthdays
Off stage, his personality is known to be playful, funny, and surprisingly goofy. Source: ENGENE Community Discussions
Jay attended Hanlim Arts High School in the Practical Dance Department. Source: KProfiles
Fashion is one of his biggest passions outside of music. Source: KProfiles
He once joked that his favorite things are clothes, ENHYPEN, and himself. Source: KProfiles / Studocu
Jay's MBTI has changed numerous times over the years, becoming a running joke among fans. Source: KProfiles
His reported MBTI types have included ENTP, INFJ, ENFJ, ENFP, INTP, and ENTJ. Source: KProfiles
He and Ni-ki share the popular duo nickname "Brotherz." Source: ENHYPEN Guide
Their playful sibling-like dynamic is one of the most beloved friendships in ENHYPEN. Source: ENGENE Community Discussions
The most precious item he owns is a watch gifted to him by his father. Source: KProfiles
Jay dislikes sesame leaves, carrots, and bugs. Source: KProfiles / Studocu
He once described himself as "dalgona," comparing his personality to Korean honeycomb candy. Source: Hallyu Idol
During I-LAND, he performed NCT U's "The 7th Sense" alongside Sunghoon for the entry evaluation. Source: ENHYPEN Fandom Wiki
Jay earned a passing score of 86.4% during that performance. Source: ENHYPEN Fandom Wiki
ENHYPEN performed at Coachella in April 2025, where Jay received praise for his stage charisma. Source: Elle
Fans often describe him as one of the most entertaining and expressive members of ENHYPEN. Source: ENGENE Community Discussions
Fans love Jay because he is unapologetically himself. Whether he's delivering powerful performances on stage or making fans laugh with his dramatic reactions and witty comments, Jay has a personality that's impossible to ignore.
ENGENEs also appreciate his honesty and emotional openness. Beneath his confident exterior, Jay frequently shares thoughtful reflections about growth, family, and self-improvement, making fans feel deeply connected to him.