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D.O. (디오) is a South Korean singer, lyricist and actor under Company Soosoo. He is a member of the boy group EXO and their subgroup EXO-K.

He made his solo debut on July 26, 2021 with his first mini album Empathy.

Career[]

2012: Debut with EXO[]

He debuted as a member of EXO and its sub-unit EXO-K on April 9, 2012 with the group's first mini album Mama.

2014: Acting debut[]

D.O made his acting debut in 2014 through the SBS drama It's Okay, That's Love.

2021: Solo debut with Empathy[]

On June 25, SM Entertainment confirmed that D.O would make his solo debut in late July.[2] On July 1, SM Entertainment dropped a teaser for his first mini album, Empathy, set to release on July 26.[3]

2023: "I Do", Expectation, departure from SM Entertainment, new agency[]

On September 2, 2022, D.O announced that he is recording his next album, which will be released after the completion of his drama by early 2023.[4] On August 3, 2023, D.O stated in an interview that he completed recording, music video, and jacket shooting for his upcoming album back in May.[5]

On September 1, 2023, SM Entertainment dropped a teaser for his second mini album, Expectation, set to release on September 18.[6] "I Do" was pre-released on September 8.

On October 18, JTBC reported that D.O. would be leaving SM Entertainment as his contract with them is set to expire in early November. He will joining a new agency established by his longtime manager, with whom he has been working since his debut, to manage his solo activities. However, he will still continue his group activites as a member of EXO with SM.[7] The company was revealed to be named Company Soosoo and founded by former manager and SM Management director Nam Kyung Soo.[8]

2024: Upcoming comeback[]

On January 3, 2024, Osen reported that D.O. will be releasing a solo album in May. A representative from Company Soosoo later confirmed that D.O is currently preparing for a new album aiming for a release in the first half of the year.[9]

Personal life[]

Military service[]

On July 1, 2019, D.O enlisted in the military as an active duty soldier.[10] He was officially discharged on January 25, 2021 without returning back to the base.[11]

Discography[]

Mini albums[]

Digital singles[]

Collaborations[]

Features[]

OSTs[]

  • "Cart OST" ("Crying Out") (2014)
  • "My Annoying Brother OST" ("Don't Worry" with Jo Jung Suk) (2014)
  • "Bad Prosecutor Part.3" ("Bite") (2022)

Producing and writing credits[]

  • All credits adapted from KOMCA, unless stated.[12]
Artist Song Album Type
2019
D.O. "That's Okay" Writing
2021
D.O. "Rose" Empathy Writing
"I'm Fine"

Filmography[]

Films[]

  • Cart (2014)
  • Pure Love (2016)
  • My Annoying Brother (2016)
  • Room No.7 (2017)
  • Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds (2017)
  • Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days (2018)
  • The Underdog (2018)
  • Swing Kids (2018)
  • The Moon (2023)
  • Sculpture City (TBA)[13]

Television dramas[]

  • It's Okay, That's Love (SBS, 2014)
  • Hello Monster (Cameo) (KBS2, 2014)
  • 100 Days My Prince (tvN, 2018)
  • Bad Prosecutor (KBS2, 2022)

Web dramas[]

  • EXO Next Door (Naver TV Cast, 2015)
  • Positive Physique (Naver TV Cast, 2016)

Variety shows[]

  • No Math School Trip (SBS, 2023)[14]
  • You Reap What You Sow (tvN, 2023)[15]

Music video appearances[]

Endorsements[]

Trivia[]

  • D.O. is a Protestant.[citation needed]

Gallery[]

Main article: D.O./Gallery

References[]

  1. 흑설공됴 도경수가 달에 갔다고? 어깨뽕 우주인 드레스 입고 갔나됴? | 더 문 (The Moon) | 본인등판 | Look Me Up | EXO(엑소) | 디오(D.O.)
  2. Soompi: EXO’s D.O. Confirmed To Release 1st Solo Album
  3. Soompi: EXO’s D.O. Announces Date For Official Solo Debut + Drops 1st Teaser
  4. (KR) Top Star News: "녹음 거의 완료"…엑소(EXO) 도경수(디오), 솔로 앨범 예고
  5. (KR) Sports Seoul 도경수 “엑소=내 인생의 시작”…솔로 앨범 깜짝 스포까지[SS인터뷰②]
  6. Soompi: EXO’s D.O. Announces September Comeback + Drops 1st Teaser
  7. Soompi: D.O. To Leave SM And Join New Agency Founded By Manager + Will Still Continue EXO’s Activities
  8. (KR) Dispatch: 도경수, 단짝 매니저와 독립…신생 기획사는 '컴퍼니 수수'
  9. Soompi: EXO’s D.O. Confirmed To Be Preparing For Solo Comeback
  10. Soompi: EXO Sends D.O. Off As He Enlists In The Military
  11. Soompi: EXO's D.O. Shares Sweet Message After Discharge From Military Service
  12. KOMCA: Searching Works (search 10022488 under Writers & Publishers)
  13. Soompi: EXO’s D.O. And Ji Chang Wook In Talks For New Revenge Drama
  14. Soompi: EXO’s D.O., Zico, Crush, Yang Se Chan, Choi Jung Hoon, And Lee Yong Jin Make A Colorful Squad In New Variety Show Posters
  15. Soompi: Kim Woo Bin, EXO’s D.O., Lee Kwang Soo, And Kim Ki Bang’s New Variety Show Announces Premiere Date
  16. @dermatory_kr on Twitter (January 12, 2024)
  17. @dermatory_kr on Twitter (January 20, 2024)

Official links[]

Korean
Japanese

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