About Lee Hwa-ja
Lived 1916 – 1950 (aged 33–34). Lee Hwa-ja was a South Korean and Korean singer.
Lee Hwa-ja (; Hanja: ; 1916 – 1950), born Lee Soon-jae, was a pioneering Korean singer and cultural icon during the Japanese colonial period.
Early life and education Lee Hwa-ja was born around 1916 in Incheon-bu, Gyeonggi Province (modern-day Incheon Metropolitan City).
During this time, she became a founding member of the Jeogori Sisters, recognized as the first girl group in Korean history.
Legacy Her legacy was rediscovered in the late 20th century. She is now celebrated as a "Modern Girl" icon who challenged social norms and as one of the first true superstars of the Korean peninsula.
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Who was Lee Hwa-ja?
South Korean singer
When was Lee Hwa-ja born?
Lee Hwa-ja was born in 1916.
When did Lee Hwa-ja die?
Lee Hwa-ja died in 1950.
What was Lee Hwa-ja's occupation?
Lee Hwa-ja was a singer.
What nationality was Lee Hwa-ja?
Lee Hwa-ja was South Korean and Korean.
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