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Sunghoon (성훈) is a South Korean singer, former figure skater, and member of ENHYPEN. Learn about Park Sunghoon's age, height, skating career, birthday, MBTI, and fun facts.
Park Sung Hoon, better known as Sunghoon, is a South Korean singer and member of ENHYPEN. Before becoming an idol, he spent nearly a decade as a competitive figure skater, making him one of the most accomplished athletes among fourth-generation K-pop idols.
Sunghoon began skating competitively in 2010 and quickly rose through South Korea's figure skating ranks. He competed nationally and internationally, winning medals at prestigious competitions and representing South Korea at junior-level events. His graceful skating style and disciplined training later translated naturally into his performance skills as an idol.
In 2018, he was scouted by Big Hit Entertainment while performing at a skating competition. After transitioning from sports to entertainment, Sunghoon joined I-LAND and eventually debuted with ENHYPEN in 2020. His unique journey from athlete to global idol has become one of the most recognizable stories in K-pop
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Park Sung Hoon (박성훈) was born on December 8, 2002, in Cheonan, South Korea. Source: Wikipedia
Before becoming an idol, he spent approximately ten years as a competitive figure skater. Source: Wikipedia
Prior to figure skating, Sunghoon participated in ice hockey and recreational speed skating. Source: Koreaboo
He reportedly fell in love with figure skating after borrowing a pair of skates and trying the sport himself. Source: Koreaboo
His parents originally encouraged him to play ice hockey to help him become more outgoing. Source: Bored Panda
During the 2015–2016 season, Sunghoon won both the Asian Figure Skating Trophy and the Lombardia Trophy at the advanced novice level. Source: ENHYPEN Fandom Wiki
He made his international junior debut during the 2016–2017 season. Source: ENHYPEN Fandom Wiki
He earned a silver medal at the Asian Figure Skating Trophy as a junior competitor. Source: ENHYPEN Fandom Wiki
Sunghoon also represented South Korea at the ISU Junior Grand Prix in Estonia. Source: ENHYPEN Fandom Wiki
Big Hit Entertainment scouted him in 2018 while he was performing a skating routine. Source: Gluwee
He officially retired from competitive figure skating in 2020 to pursue his idol career full-time. Source: Wikipedia
Sunghoon ranked 6th in the I-LAND finale with 1,088,413 votes. Source: Yahoo Entertainment
During the I-LAND entry test, he performed NCT U's "The 7th Sense" alongside Jay. Source: ENHYPEN Fandom Wiki
He earned one of the highest evaluation scores during the entry test with 21 out of 22 points. Source: ENHYPEN Fandom Wiki
Sunghoon owns a dog named Gaeul (가을), whose name means "autumn" in Korean. Source: Gluwee
His solo fandom nickname is "Penguins." Source: ENHYPEN Fandom Wiki
The penguin association comes from both his skating background and his adorable walking style according to fans. Source: Fan Community Discussions
His MBTI is ISTJ. Source: KProfiles
He shares the ISTJ personality type with fellow member Jake. Source: KProfiles
Sunghoon attended Pangok High School before continuing his studies at Yong In University. Source: Bored Panda
His university studies included sociology and physical education. Source: Bored Panda
In 2026, he carried the Olympic torch for the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics relay. Source: Vogue Hong Kong
He participated as a goodwill ambassador for the Korean Olympic & Sport Committee. Source: Vogue Hong Kong
ENHYPEN's song "SHOUT OUT" was selected as South Korea's official cheer song for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Source: Vogue Hong Kong
His favorite color is white. Source: Gluwee
Jungwon once said his first impression of Sunghoon was that he seemed like someone who rarely smiles. Source: Gluwee
Fans often treasure Sunghoon's rare smiles because they contrast so strongly with his cool, elegant image. Source: ENGENE Community Discussions
Fans love Sunghoon because he combines elegance, discipline, and quiet charisma. His years as a figure skater gave him exceptional poise and stage presence, making him one of ENHYPEN's most captivating performers.
Many ENGENEs also appreciate the contrast between his cool image and his surprisingly soft personality. While he may appear reserved at first, fans often describe him as thoughtful, caring, and unintentionally funny once people get to know him.