Introduction
Evan (formerly Hee-seung) is a South Korean singer, song-writer, dancer and producer, who has been active for six years. He was initially a household name in the K-pop realm as part of the boy group formed through the 2020 I-LAND (In the Land) survival competition, ENHYPEN. He is the lead vocalist and center of the group, having helped ENHYPEN on several sold out world tours, chart-topping albums and awards show victories, before making the shocking announcement last March (2026) of his departure from the group to start his solo career.
This article discusses Heeseung’s age, height, family, education, career, personal life, net worth, social media presence and controversies that have ensued after his high-profile exit from ENHYPEN.
Who is Heeseung?
Heeseung is a South Korean singer-songwriter, former member and lead vocalist of the fourth-generation K-pop group ENHYPEN, one of the most successful groups in the country. After training for slightly more than 3 years at Big Hit Entertainment (now HYBE), he was able to make it to the I-LAND stage where he finished fifth and became a member of ENHYPEN’s first lineup. The band’s EP, Border: Day One, was released on November 30, 2020.
Heeseung not only participated in vocals, but also has writing and production credits as well, such as the song “Highway 1009” from the album Romance: Untold, released in 2024. On March 10, 2026, Belift Lab revealed that he would be departing ENHYPEN to work on his own individual projects, and still be under their label. He then took the name Evan, which he has been using since his childhood, and started to plan a solo album.
• Full Name: Lee Hee-seung (이희승)
• Stage Name: Heeseung, now performing as Evan
• Date of Birth: October 15, 2001
• Birthplace: Gyeonggi-do, South Korea (commonly cited as Namyangju or Uiwang, depending on the source)
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupations: Singer, songwriter, producer, dancer
• Years Active: 2020–present
• Label: Belift Lab (HYBE)
• Former Group: ENHYPEN (2020–2026)
Heeseung Age
Heeseung was born on October 15, 2001, which means he is currently 24 years old (2026). He was the oldest member of ENHYPEN and, at the debut of the group, was the only legal adult in the group, which also heavily influenced his role as an older brother in the band.
• Date of Birth: October 15, 2001
• Current Age (2026): 24 years old
• Zodiac Sign: Libra
• Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Heeseung Height, Weight, and Physical Attributes
Heeseung’s official agency profile indicates that he is 181.5 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall and 64 kg (141 lbs) in weight. Previously, his height was recorded as such on various fan profiles before getting confirmed by ENHYPEN’s own material. He has A blood type.
• Height: 181.5 cm (5 ft 11 in)
• Weight: Approximately 64 kg (141 lbs)
• Blood Type: A
• Notable Traits: Known among fans and members for his vocal range, stage presence, and being ENHYPEN’s designated “ace” for his all-around singing, dancing, and songwriting skills
Heeseung Early Life
Heeseung was born in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, with his parents and older brother, Lee Hee-do, who is two years older. He has revealed that his passion to become a singer started around the age of 6 and he has always cited his father as his own role model and hero.
He went to Hwabong Elementary School, Pungyang Middle School and then switched from Jinjeop High School to Gwangnam High School and graduated. He has reportedly attracted the attention of seven or eight entertainment companies after passing an entrance exam for the prestigious Hanlim Arts High School. Finally, on December 2nd, 2016, he was signed as a trainee by Big Hit Entertainment, and he included members of TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) in the training of 3 years and 1 month, and ultimately participated in the I-LAND competition that will form ENHYPEN.
Heeseung Family Background
Little is known of Heeseung’s background, which is not uncommon for K-pop idols; the family rarely puts themselves into the spotlight. He himself has said that his father is his role model, and it is known that he grew up with both of his parents.
- Father and Mother (not publicly disclosed).
- Older Brother: Lee Hee-do (1999-) is a graduate of Korea University.
In the released footage, Heeseung has mentioned the close relationship he has with his older brother, which is warm and teasing. In addition to his immediate family, his given name had a family significance as well: “Hee” has the meaning “emperor” and “Seung” means “to succeed”, both a hope conveyed through his family.
Heeseung Education
Before his career in the entertainment industry, he was a typical student in the south Korean educational system. He studied at Hwabong Elementary School, Pungyang Middle School and transferred to Gwangnam High School to complete his schooling. He appears to have later studied broadcasting and entertainment media at Global Cyber University, a program often taken by Korean idols who are forced to attend school while at the same time handling their promotions.
Heeseung Career & Music
From training to his debut on the TV reality show ‘Survivor’, to being the focal point of ENHYPEN for six years, Heeseung’s career road has been filled with ups and downs. Key milestones:
- December 2016: Three years and one month of training with Big Hit Entertainment, training under TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) members.
- 2020: Performs on I-LAND (2020 CJ ENM & Big Hit survival program) – 5th place & named one of ENHYPEN’s original 7-member cast.
- November 30, 2020: Makes his debut with ENHYPEN on the EP Border: Day One and becomes the star of the group and center.
- November 2022: Presents a band performance with Jay and Jake called ‘Zero Moment’, for the Korean drama Summer Strike.
- 2024: Writes and produces a song on ENHYPEN’s second studio album, Romance: Untold, ( Highway 1009).
- January 2025: Performs on American rapper Flo Rida’s song, “Confessions,” alongside Jake Paul.
- 2025: Releases “Dial Tragedy”, a solo single not on an album that is credited to Evan.
- February 2025: Graces the cover of W Korea, as a Jay fashion collaboration with jewelry brand Pomellato.
- On January 2026, ENHYPEN publishes their 7th EP ‘The Sin: Vanish’, on which Heeseung wrote and co-wrote ‘Sleep Tight’.
- February 2026: Wins the UPick Global Choice (Male) award at the D Awards.
- The group is now a six-member act as Belift Lab announces that Heeseung will be departing ENHYPEN to start a solo career, but he will stay with the label.
- On April 8, 2026, Belift announces his new stage name, Evan, and on the same day, he creates an official Instagram account.
- May 11, 2026: Belift confirms he is preparing for a solo debut in June 2026.
- On June 22, 2026 he releases his solo debut EP with Evan titled Ride or Die.
Heeseung Personal Life
Like most K-pop idols, Heeseung has kept his life private, as far as it can be known. He has mentioned that he has close friends in the industry, especially from TXT where he was trained with them at Big Hit. He is also in a friendship group with the other 2001-born artists, such as Stray Kids’ I.N, TXT’s Beomgyu, and Just B’s Lim Jimin
Heeseung, who was already known as Evan at the time, was a part of unconfirmed dating rumors when photos of him allegedly in a relationship were shared by an anonymous social media page in May 2026. Heeseung has not made any comments about the claims, nor have his representatives, and most of the online discussion has been about the evidence being so speculative that there is no confirmed connection.
Heeseung Net Worth
Heeseung’s net worth in 2026 is mostly reported to be between 3 million and 5 million U.S. dollars as a result of his exit from ENHYPEN. There is some variation in estimates based on whether they count per-capita earnings or a proportion of group-level earnings.
The main sources of his income are from ENHYPEN’s album sales, streaming royalties, world tours, individual and group brand endorsements, songwriting and production credits. His income should become more and more based on his individual releases and endorsement deals as he moves to a solo career under the Evan moniker.
Heeseung Social Media
Heeseung built a large following during his time with ENHYPEN through the group’s official social channels. Following his rebrand as Evan and solo debut with the single “Ride or Die” on June 22, 2026, Belift Lab set up a new set of official accounts under his solo artist name. His official fan club is named EVER.
• Instagram: @h_evva_n
• X (Twitter): @h_evva_n (global); @evan_officialJP (Japan)
• TikTok: @h_evva_n
• YouTube: EVAN
• Weverse: EVAN
• Spotify: EVAN
• Weibo: @EVAN_BELIFTLAB
• Xiaohongshu / Douyin: @h_evva_n
• Official Website: beliftlab.com/artist/profile/EVAN
His Instagram account, @h_evva_n, had grown to roughly five million followers shortly after launch. Around the same time, some fans and commentators online raised concerns that a wave of newly gained followers with unusual, animal-themed usernames suggested inauthentic follower growth, an allegation that circulated widely but was not officially confirmed by Belift Lab.
Heeseung Controversies
The biggest controversy in Heeseung’s career is his sudden resignation from ENHYPEN in March 2026. Belift Lab’s announcement came as a shock to many of the fandom, and soon, protest trucks with fandom funding were seen outside HYBE’s Seoul headquarters demanding that the label do not prevent him from continuing to work independently within the group. A petition on change.org, which garnered a lot of support from fans, was asked by him, and on March 15, 2026, the label confirmed that he would not be returning to ENHYPEN.
This left the fandom split on the decision for a month after, and whether it was a voluntary or compulsory exit from the agency. There were several vague public statements and social media posts by the rest of the ENHYPEN members (Jungwon and Jay) that were interpreted by some fans as some “shade” towards Heeseung, and so there were another round of online debate, with other fans saying that they were being misinterpreted. In an unrelated incident, in April 2026, Heeseung received backlash for his new Instagram account after it gained a lot of followers in a short period of time, which was unusual considering his usual traffic. Some followers suspected that Heeseung had bought followers for his account.
Conclusion
His journey from being a trainee in Gyeonggi-do to the main vocalist and center of one of the biggest 4th generation K-pop groups to even being a soloist as Evan, is a testament to his consistent discipline and willingness to take a chance. His stint at ENHYPEN led to a string of hits, sold-out shows, and songwriting credits, and his departure from the band in 2026 created a new and highly-anticipated chapter. Now in his solo days, both fans and industry watchers are watching to see what happens next to his individual artistry and the controversy surrounding his departure.
FAQ’S
He was born on October 15, 2001, making him 24 years old as of 2026.
He is listed at 181.5 cm, or about 5 feet 11 inches, according to his agency profile.
He is from Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, with different sources citing either Namyangju or Uiwang as his specific hometown.
Belift Lab announced on March 10, 2026 that Heeseung was leaving the group to pursue his own musical direction as a solo artist, while remaining under the same label.
He now performs as Evan, a name he has said he has used since childhood, adopted officially on April 8, 2026.
Evan net worth is most commonly estimated at between $3 million and $5 million as of 2026.
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