NewJeans Members 2026: Names, Ages & Heights
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NewJeans is one of the most talked-about groups in recent K-pop. But how many members does the group have, who are they, how old are they, and where do things stand as of summer 2026? In this guide we cover every member one by one — name, age, birthday, height, nationality and role — and then clarify exactly where the ADOR–HYBE dispute that dominated headlines for months has landed today.
Who are the members of NewJeans?
NewJeans debuted in July 2022 with five members: Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin and Hyein. However, after a drawn-out contract battle, Danielle’s contract with ADOR was terminated on December 29, 2025, and the artist left the group.[3] As a result, as of summer 2026 the group carries on as a four-member lineup — Minji, Hanni, Haerin and Hyein.[4]
- BornMay 7, 2004
- Age22
- Height169 cm
- NationalitySouth Korean
- PositionDe facto leader
- BornOct 6, 2004
- Age21
- Height~162 cm
- NationalityVietnamese-Australian
- PositionVocalist
- BornApr 11, 2005
- Age21
- Height165 cm
- NationalityKorean-Australian
- Status2022–2025
- BornMay 15, 2006
- Age20
- Height164.5 cm
- NationalitySouth Korean
- PositionVocalist
- BornApr 21, 2008
- Age18
- Height170 cm
- NationalitySouth Korean
- PositionYoungest (maknae)
Getting to know the members one by one
Minji — the group’s de facto leader
Kim Min-ji (김민지) was born on May 7, 2004 and is the oldest member of the group. At 169 cm she has a commanding stage presence; her MBTI type is ESTJ and her blood type is A.[2] Although NewJeans has no official leader, Minji is most often referred to as the group’s de facto leader and central figure.
Hanni — the Vietnamese-Australian vocalist
Hanni Pham (Vietnamese name Phạm Ngọc Hân) was born on October 6, 2004. Born and raised in Australia to a Vietnamese family, she is one of the group’s international faces. She stands about 162 cm; her MBTI type is INFP and her blood type is O.[2]
Haerin — calm and balanced energy
Kang Hae-rin (강해린) was born on May 15, 2006. She stands 164.5 cm; her MBTI type is INTP and her blood type is B.[2] She is one of the group’s most talked-about members when it comes to visuals.
Hyein — the group’s maknae
Lee Hye-in (이혜인) was born on April 21, 2008 and is the group’s maknae (youngest member). Even so, at 170 cm she is the tallest member of the group. Her MBTI type is ISFP and her blood type is O.[2]
Danielle — the member who left in late 2025
Danielle Marsh (Korean name Mo Ji-hye, 모지혜) is a Korean-Australian artist born on April 11, 2005. She was one of the group’s vocalists from 2022 to 2025; she stands 165 cm and her MBTI type is ENFP.[2] After her contract was terminated, she began releasing solo music independently on April 11, 2026.[3]
Height, age and birthday comparison
For those who want to see the members’ key details in a single table:
| Member | Date of birth | Age (2026) | Height | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minji | May 7, 2004 | 22 | 169 cm | South Korean |
| Hanni | October 6, 2004 | 21 | ~162 cm | Vietnamese-Australian |
| Danielle (departed) | April 11, 2005 | 21 | 165 cm | Korean-Australian |
| Haerin | May 15, 2006 | 20 | 164.5 cm | South Korean |
| Hyein | April 21, 2008 | 18 | 170 cm | South Korean |
Does the group have an official leader and positions?
In an unusual choice for K-pop, NewJeans has not designated an official leader. On a livestream, the members also said the group has no fixed positions (such as main vocal, rapper or dancer); everyone sings and role assignments are flexible.[2] Even so, because she is the oldest member and often guides the group on stage, Minji is generally considered the de facto leader.
Where is NewJeans now? (2026)
After months of legal uncertainty, the picture is finally clear. The group’s four members — Minji, Hanni, Haerin and Hyein — are continuing under the ADOR umbrella. On July 22, 2026, on the group’s 4th debut anniversary, ADOR announced the four-member return with films and photos titled “2026 Summer of NewJeans”.[4] HYBE’s global communications team confirmed that this was the first official content featuring all four members (Minji, Hanni, Haerin, Hyein) together after a two-year gap.[5]
In short: As of 2026, NewJeans is an active four-member group (Minji, Hanni, Haerin, Hyein). Danielle has left the group; Minji's return has been officially confirmed as well.
The ADOR–HYBE dispute: a short timeline
A summary of the process that kept the group in the headlines from 2024 to 2026:
- April 2024A management/shareholder dispute erupted between HYBE and ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
- August 27, 2024Min Hee-jin was removed from her position as ADOR CEO.
- September 11, 2024The members voiced their distrust of management and allegations of "workplace harassment" in a surprise YouTube livestream.
- November 28, 2024All five members publicly declared that they were terminating their contracts with ADOR.
- February 2025The group announced it would rebrand as "NJZ".
- March 23, 2025They performed as NJZ at ComplexCon Hong Kong; activities were paused after an injunction.
- October 30, 2025A Seoul court ruled in ADOR's favor, holding that the contracts remain valid until 2029.
- November 12, 2025Haerin and Hyein agreed to return to ADOR.
- December 29, 2025Hanni returned as well; Danielle's contract was terminated (she departed); talks were still ongoing for Minji.
- July 22, 2026The four-member return (including Minji) was confirmed with "2026 Summer of NewJeans".
Why did Danielle leave the group?
Danielle was one of the five members who joined the group’s effort to leave ADOR. When the court ruled that the contracts were valid, the other members returned to the agency, but Danielle’s contract was terminated by ADOR on December 29, 2025. ADOR also filed a high-value damages suit against the artist; Danielle, meanwhile, began her independent solo work in the spring of 2026.[3][6]
Frequently asked questions
How many members does NewJeans have? As of 2026, four: Minji, Hanni, Haerin and Hyein. The group was formed with five members in 2022; Danielle left at the end of 2025.
Who are the youngest and oldest members? The oldest member is Minji (2004), and the youngest (maknae) is Hyein (2008).
What are the members’ nationalities? Minji, Haerin and Hyein are South Korean; Hanni is Vietnamese-Australian; the departed member Danielle is Korean-Australian.
Who is the tallest member? At 170 cm, Hyein is the tallest member of the group.
Does the group have a leader? There is no official leader; Minji is considered the de facto leader, and the group has no fixed positions.
Is NewJeans active right now? Yes. On July 22, 2026, the four-member return was announced with “2026 Summer of NewJeans”.
How can I follow the members on social media? The group posts through its official accounts (e.g. @newjeans_official) and the agency’s channels; the latest announcements come from there.
Sources
- Wikipedia — NewJeans. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NewJeans
- Kprofiles — NewJeans Members Profile. https://kprofiles.com/newjeans-members-profile/
- Korea JoongAng Daily — Who is NewJeans? https://www.koreajoongangdaily.com/entertainment/who-is-newjeans/12767114
- Soompi — NewJeans Announces Return As 4-Member Group. https://www.soompi.com/article/1856451wpp/watch-newjeans-announces-return-as-4-member-group-with-2026-summer-of-newjeans-films
- Forbes — NewJeans Signal Return As 4 Members. https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeffbenjamin/2026/07/21/newjeans-signal-return-as-4-members-with-new-photos-videos/
- Rolling Stone — NewJeans to Return to Label ADOR. https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/newjeans-return-label-ador-1235464143/