THE 8 is a member of SEVENTEEN (세븐틴), the 13-member group that debuted under PLEDIS Entertainment on May 26, 2015 with the mini album 17 CARAT. This profile brings together key biographical facts, unit role, career milestones, creative work and officially announced projects.
THE 8 Profile: Birthday, Facts, Career & Credits
| Stage name | THE 8 |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Xu Minghao (徐明浩); Korean name Seo Myung-ho (서명호) |
| Birthday | November 7, 1997 |
| Nationality / background | Chinese |
| SEVENTEEN unit | Performance Team |
| Role | Dancer, vocalist and solo performer |
| Agency | PLEDIS Entertainment (HYBE) |
| Group debut | May 26, 2015 — 17 CARAT |
Who Is THE 8?
THE 8 is part of a group whose identity is built around three permanent teams: Hip-Hop, Vocal and Performance. Contemporary movement, dance detail, visual performance and individual artistic projects. THE 8 is a Chinese member of the Performance Team. His background includes Chinese martial arts and dance, and his solo work has allowed him to explore styles and artistic directions alongside SEVENTEEN’s group performance identity.
Early Background and Pre-Debut
SEVENTEEN’s members developed their skills through PLEDIS Entertainment’s training system and the group’s highly documented pre-debut period, including the SEVENTEEN TV project. The final 13-member lineup debuted in 2015. Personal training dates and private-life details are not added here unless supported by reliable public sources; this keeps the profile focused on verifiable information.
THE 8’s Role in SEVENTEEN
THE 8 belongs to the Performance Team. The three-unit structure allows members to work in focused teams while continuing to perform and record as one group. Contemporary movement, dance detail, visual performance and individual artistic projects.
Songwriting, Production and Performance Credits
THE 8 is a Chinese member of the Performance Team. His background includes Chinese martial arts and dance, and his solo work has allowed him to explore styles and artistic directions alongside SEVENTEEN’s group performance identity. THE 8’s involvement should be understood through track-specific credits, not assumptions based on unit membership. For exact lyricist, composer, arranger or producer credits, consult the official album booklet and Korea Music Copyright Association records. KWaveHub will add track-by-track tables when each credit can be independently verified.
Solo, Unit and Special Projects
THE 8 has released solo music and visual projects, including Chinese-language work. For track names, credits and release dates, consult official discography notices rather than relying on unsourced fan lists.
Key projects: SEVENTEEN Performance Team releases; solo music and art-focused projects announced through official channels.
Career Timeline
- 2015: Debuted with SEVENTEEN on May 26 through 17 CARAT and title track “Adore U.”
- 2016–2019: Built the group’s Korean and Japanese discographies, touring history and recognizable three-unit identity.
- 2020–2022: Expanded international releases, performances and album-era concepts during a period of growing global reach.
- 2023: FML and the group’s continued touring reinforced SEVENTEEN’s position as a major album-selling act.
- 2024: 17 IS RIGHT HERE and SPILL THE FEELS added to the group’s growing catalog.
- 2025: The group marked its tenth anniversary and released its fifth full album, HAPPY BURSTDAY, on May 26.
- 2026: SEVENTEEN Performance Team releases; solo music and art-focused projects announced through official channels. Official release notices and schedules can change, so current details should be checked against PLEDIS and SEVENTEEN’s official channels.
Quick Facts
- Birthday: November 7, 1997
- Unit: Performance Team
- Known for: Contemporary movement, dance detail, visual performance and individual artistic projects.
- Notable project: SEVENTEEN Performance Team releases; solo music and art-focused projects announced through official channels.
- Fun fact: He is one of SEVENTEEN’s two Chinese members and performs under the stylized stage name THE 8.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is THE 8’s real name?
THE 8’s birth name is Xu Minghao (徐明浩); Korean name Seo Myung-ho (서명호).
When is THE 8’s birthday?
THE 8’s birthday is November 7, 1997.
Which SEVENTEEN unit is THE 8 in?
THE 8 is part of the Performance Team.
What is THE 8 known for?
THE 8 is known within SEVENTEEN for contemporary movement, dance detail, visual performance and individual artistic projects.
What are THE 8’s solo or unit projects?
THE 8 has released solo music and visual projects, including Chinese-language work. For track names, credits and release dates, consult official discography notices rather than relying on unsourced fan lists.
Explore All SEVENTEEN Members
Visit the complete group guide for the full lineup, three-unit structure, discography milestones, group history and related profiles.
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Official Sources and Fact-Checking
Core group information is cross-checked against the SEVENTEEN Japan official profile, PLEDIS Entertainment, and official SEVENTEEN notices on Weverse. For music credits, use official album credits and the Korea Music Copyright Association. Project details are updated when official notices are published.
Editorial note: This profile distinguishes official facts and announced projects from interpretation. Current schedules, release dates and service-related details can change; refer to linked official notices for the latest confirmation. Last reviewed October 10, 2026.