Nichkhun Buck Horvejkul, known by his stage name Nichkhun, was born on June 24, 1988, in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He was raised by his parents of Thai and Chinese descent in the United States, Thailand, and New Zealand. Nichkhun grew up with his brother Nichan, and sisters Nachjaree and Nichthima.
Before becoming a K-pop star, Nichkhun attended high school in Rosemead, California, where he excelled in academics and sports. He was particularly passionate about badminton and even coached the sport at his school.
Feeling the urge to pursue his dreams in the entertainment industry, Nichkhun auditioned for JYP Entertainment, one of South Korea's top talent agencies. Impressed by his talent and charisma, he was signed by the agency and moved to South Korea to train as a trainee.
In September 2008, Nichkhun made his debut as a member of the boy band 2PM. The group quickly gained popularity for their catchy music and impressive dance performances.
As a member of 2PM, Nichkhun became a household name in South Korea and across Asia. His charming personality and good looks earned him a massive fan following, and by late 2014, he had close to 3,000,000 followers on Twitter.
Aside from his music career, Nichkhun also ventured into acting, starring in a Chinese television movie called One and a Half Summer. He also appeared on the hit Korean reality show We Got Married, where he was paired with a virtual wife.
Despite his busy schedule as a K-pop idol, Nichkhun has always made time for his family. He remains close to his siblings and parents, and often expresses his love and gratitude towards them.
In 2014, Nichkhun made headlines when he confirmed his relationship with Girls' Generation singer Tiffany. The couple dated for a year before parting ways, citing busy schedules and the difficulties of maintaining a long-distance relationship.
Nichkhun, along with his bandmates Lee Junho, Ok Taecyeon, and Jang Wooyoung, has left a lasting impact on the K-pop industry. Their music continues to be loved by fans around the world, and their influence can be seen in the new generation of K-pop idols.
As Nichkhun continues to pursue his music and acting career, his fans eagerly anticipate his future projects and wish him continued success in all his endeavors.
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