Most of you are already familiar with K-pop iconic siblings like the Jung sisters, the Huening siblings, Lee Chaeyeon and Chaeryeong, and the AKMU siblings. Aside from siblings, there are also notable mother-daughter or father-son tandems in the industry. Here, we introduce 8 pair of K-pop idols who are actually related as cousins, showcasing the diverse family ties within the K-pop world.
1. Twice Jeongyeon and Kard Siwon
In an interview with International BNT, Kard Somin revealed her relation to TWICE’s Jeongyeon: "Jeongyeon is the niece of my father’s younger brother’s wife. As we are the same age, we were able to become close quickly," Kard Somin stated.
2. Hori7on Marcus and Unis Elisia
Philippine child actors Marcus and Elisia, known for their "twin-cousin" bond, transitioned from K-pop fans to idols through survival shows. Marcus debuted in Hori7on, while Elisia is set to debut in Unis. Despite differing schedules, they consistently express mutual pride.
3. LUCY Wonsang and Weekly Jihan
LUCY’s Wonsang and Weekly’s Jihan, known cousins, share similar visual features. They clarified their familial relationship after being mistaken for a couple, sharing the clarification via an Instagram post.
Read more about their story here.
4. Twice Nayeon and Evnne Yunseo
Yunseo's participation in Boys Planet 999 revealed his familial ties to TWICE's Nayeon, confirmed by his agency. Post-show, Yunseo debuted with EVNNE.
5. SNSD Yuri and Tri.be Songsun
Songsun's venture into music was initially met with caution from her cousin, SNSD Yuri, who later supported her dream after witnessing her talent.
6. Momoland Taeha and JYJ Junsu
Former MOMOLAND member Taeha and former TVXQ and JYJ member Junsu, cousins, have shared a close relationship, supporting each other's careers.
7. Winner Mino and Gun
Rapper Gun, WINNER Mino's cousin, credits Mino for inspiring his rap career.
8. Cravity Serim and Woo!ah! member Songyee
Former Woo!ah! member Songyee and Cravity's Serim support each other's careers, often sharing moments on Instagram.
Having a celebrity relative can be both a boon and bane for aspirants in the entertainment industry. While comparisons are inevitable, these idols have proven their mettle and earned their places in the spotlight. Their shared journeys underscore the unstoppable drive to perform, bolstered by familial bonds.
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