Kang Daniel(Korean:강다니엘;bornKang Eui-geon,December 10, 1996), stylized asKANGDANIEL,is a South Korean singer-songwriter, actor, television host, and businessman who rose to fame in early 2017 as the first-place winner of thesecond seasonof reality competition seriesProduce 101.He is a former member of the show's resulting boy groupWanna Onethat, at the time, was a major power player in the K-pop industry.[5]

Kang Daniel
Kang in September 2024
Born
Kang Eui-geon

(1996-12-10)December 10, 1996(age 27)
Busan,South Korea
EducationKyung Hee Cyber University
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • actor
  • model
  • television host
  • businessman
  • philanthropist
Years active2017–present
Title
Musical career
GenresK-pop
InstrumentVocals
Labels
Formerly ofWanna One
WebsiteKang Daniel Japan
Korean name
Hangul
강다니엘
Revised RomanizationGang Daniel
McCune–ReischauerKang Taniel
Birth name
Hangul
강의건
Revised RomanizationGang Uigeon
McCune–ReischauerKang Ŭikŏn
Signature

Following the end of Wanna One's activities as a group, Kang took a six-month hiatus from the entertainment industry and took over management of his career. In mid-2019, he released his solo debutextended play(EP),Color on Me,which was a commercial success that topped South Korea'sGaon Album Chart.His subsequent works from his color series titledCyan(2020) andMagenta(2020) also topped the Gaon Album Chart with the former'stitle trackearning Kang his first domestic top ten single. Further solidifying his career as a solo artist, Kang earned his first top five single in Korea as well as his first solo appearance onBillboard'sWorld Digital Song Saleschart through the single "Paranoia".He then released the third and final chapter of his" color trilogy ",Yellow(2021), which topped the Gaon Album Chart and contained his first domestic number one single titled "Antidote".

Alongside his music career, Kang appeared as the host ofMnet'sStreet Woman Fighter(2021), thespin-offshowStreet Dance Girls Fighter(2021–2022), the one-episode television special titledBe the SMF(2022) in addition toStreet Man Fighter(2022) as well asStreet Woman Fighter 2(2023). He also made his acting debut through the first-ever KoreanDisney+Staroriginal series,Rookie Cops(2022). His other ventures include establishing an independent entertainment company namedKonnect Entertainmentto manage his own career, expanding to manage other artists prior to its dissolution in 2024.

Kang is the recipient of numerousaccoladesincluding fourSeoul Music Awards,oneMelon Music Award,oneCircle Chart Music Award,and aGuinness World Record.His acting debut also earned him various accolades including twoAsia Artist Awards,oneBlue Dragon Series Award,and aSeoul International Drama Award.He has made theGallup Korealist of Most Preferred Idols in 2017, 2018, and 2019, theForbes Korea Power Celebrity 40list in 2019 and 2022, and appeared onPeople's list of talented emerging artists making their mark in 2022. In the same year, Kang was the recipient of theSeoulMayor's Award for Culture due to his great contribution to the rise of Seoul's awareness by promoting theKorean Wavein various fields.[6]

Early life and education

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Kang Daniel was born as Kang Eui-geon (강의건) inBusan,South Korea as the only child of his family.[7]After spending his childhood and most of his teen years with his birth name, he decided to legally change it to Daniel due to family and friends having difficulty pronouncing Eui-geon.[8]On an episode ofMBC'sRadio Star,Kang cited abiblical figureas his source of inspiration for the name Daniel.[9]He began dancing in eighth grade through ab-boyclub he joined following a teacher's suggestion and later attended a dance academy in Busan called Nataraja Academy.[10][11]Following this, Kang participated in a youth dance competition titled "Busan City Kids" where he and his teammate won against competitors such asJimin(who would later become a member ofBTS) andPark Woo-jin(who would later become a fellow member ofWanna One).[12][13]During a guest appearance at variety showHello Counselor,Kang revealed that he was ostracized in elementary school because of his appearance and developed passion and built self-esteem through dancing.[14]To further pursue this passion, he attended Peniel Arts High School where he studiedmodern dancefor a year with a focus onballetand won a gold medal in the dance category at the 49th High School Performing Arts Contest.[15][16]Having been raised in a single parent household, Kang revealed that the "tuition [at his arts high school] was really expensive" for his mother who, at the time, was not feeling healthy.[17]This led to himdropping outof high school shortly after enrolling and later receiving the Korean equivalent of aGeneral Educational Development(GED) credential.[18]

In mid-2018, Kang enrolled in the Department of Applied Music atKyung Hee Cyber University.[19]

Career

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Early career

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Prior to appearing onProduce 101 Season 2,Kang had trained for two years and one month.[20]He initially started as a trainee underB2M Entertainmentuntil the company's acquisition and then became a trainee underMMO Entertainment.Throughout this training period, Kang did not receive dance or singing lessons due to both company's financial instability.[21]One of the most notable moments during his time as a trainee was his appearance onHer Secret Weapon,performing "Invitation" byUhm Jung-hwa,where he served as a backup dancer toFiestar'sCao LuandSpica's Sihyun.[22]

2017–2018:Produce 101and Wanna One

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Kang Daniel in 2017

In 2017, Kang was one of the five contestants who represented MMO Entertainment on the second season ofMnet'sProduceseries. He is known for finishing first in the final episode of the survival show and becoming the center of the temporary boy group Wanna One that was initially managed byYMC Entertainmentand later managed bySwing Entertainment.[23][1]Kang's most notable moment on the show was his signature dance move that was re-enacted by many such as the cast ofRunning Man,the cast ofSaturday Night Live Korea(SNL Korea), and other celebrities such asRain.[24]He officially debuted with Wanna One duringWanna One Premier Show-Conon August 7, at theGocheok Sky Dome,with the debutextended play(EP)1×1=1 (To Be One).[25][26]During the preparation for this debut, Kang was confirmed to join the pilot season of MBC'sIt's Dangerous Beyond The Blanketswhich premiered on August 27.[27][28]In the same month, he was featured on the cover ofWeekly Chosunmagazine, one of the major news and current events publications in South Korea, with an article focusing on his popularity among the general public.[29][30]Following the conclusion of promotions for the EP, Kang was chosen as the first male celebrity to appear on the cover ofInStyle Koreafashion magazine in its 14-year history for its October 2017 issue.[31]He was also signed as a cast member forSBS's newly launched variety showMaster Key,for which he was awarded the variety rookie award at the2017 SBS Entertainment Awards.[32][33]

Kang was involved in several prominent solo activities the following year, most notably as the main model forDavichi's "Days Without You"(너 없는 시간들) music video[34][35]and as a continuing cast member on the second season of MBC'sIt's Dangerous Beyond the Blankets.[36]He was later awarded the variety rookie award at the2018 MBC Entertainment Awardsfor his work at the respective show.[37]He also continued to promote with Wanna One, including as a part of Wanna One's unit "Triple Position"which won the Best Unit Award at the2018 Mnet Asian Music Awardsfor the single "Kangaroo".[38]Although he concluded his contract with Wanna One on December 31, he still appeared with the group until its official farewell concerts that were held at the Gocheok Sky Dome between January 24 to 27 of the following year.[39]

2019: Solo debut withColor on Me

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On January 31, 2019, it was reported that Kang would move toLM Entertainmentafter the end of his activities with Wanna One.[40]On March 21, it was further reported that Kang submitted an application to suspend his exclusive contract with LM. His legal representative revealed that LM Entertainment had signed joint business contracts that sold Kang's exclusive contract rights to third parties without his prior consent.[41]On May 10, theSeoul Central District Courtruled in favor of Kang, allowing the suspension of his contract and his pursuit of individual activities as a celebrity without any interference from the company.[42]The following month, Kang was reported to have established his own agencyKonnect Entertainmentfor his future activities.[43]LM Entertainment's firstappealregarding the contract suspension was rejected by the Seoul Central District Court on July 11.[44]

Kang officially debuted as a solo artist on July 25 with the debut EP,Color on Me.[45]As reflected on Hanteo Chart, the EP set records for both the highest first-day and first-week physical sales for a solo artist since the chart's inception at the time.[46][47]Its lead single "What Are You Up To"gave Kang his first-ever solomusic showwin onKBS2'sMusic Bankon August 9.[48]He kicked off promotions for the EP with six different fan-sign events held across Korea between July 31 and August 3.[49]Following this, Kang embarked on the first fan meet tour of his solo career, touring six different cities: Singapore,Bangkok,Taipei,Kuala Lumpur,andManila,before ending inSeoulon November 24.[50]In the midst of touring, he also hosted his own radio show onNOW.,Naver's online audio streaming service.[51]TheKang Daniel Showaired onChuseokholiday with a total of four episodes released each day from September 11 to 14; withGraymaking a guest appearance on the third episode.[52]In the same month, it was announced that Kang's contract with LM was officially terminated as both sides came to a mutual agreement.[4]Serving as his first comeback, Kang released two digital singles on November 25 called "Touchin'"and" Adulthood ".[53][54]Unlike his solo debut, Kang was able to promote "Touchin'" by performing the song on several Korean music shows and won a trophy onSBS MTV'sThe Showon December 3.[55]However, after a week of promoting, Konnect announced that Kang would take a break to focus on his health.[56]

2020–2021:Cyan,Magenta,Yellow,and MC ventures

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Kang Daniel in 2020

In 2020, Kang returned to scheduled activities with travel reality showHello, Danielwhich premiered on March 4.[57]Twenty days later, he released his second EPCyanas the first installment of his "color trilogy" project.[58]Its lead single "2U"gave Kang his first top ten track in Korea along with several trophies on music shows:The Show,Music Bank,Show! Music Core,Show Champion,andM Countdown.[59][60]Prior to the release ofCyan,it was revealed that Kang andZicowould release a song together as part of thePepsiandStarship Entertainmentcollaboration project named "For the Love of Korea".[61]Their joint single "Refresh" was co-produced bySteve Aokiand released on April 23.[62]The following month, he participated in88rising's Asia Rising Forever and theTikTokStage online concert.[63][64]On June 19, Kang released his first-ever dramaOSTtitled "Something" through SBS's romantic comedyBackstreet Rookie.[65]He also joined the lineup forKCON:TACT2020 Summer and the Pepsi Online Showcase, for which he hosted the opening and later performed as Pepsi's global K-pop partner.[66][67]To celebrate the first anniversary of his solo debut, Kang held an online fan meeting on July 25 via ten streaming platforms worldwide.[68]This made him the first Korean celebrity to have a fan meeting broadcast live through China's local platform since thecountry's banon Korean culture began in 2016.[69]

The second installment of his "color trilogy" project and third EPMagentawas released on August 3.[70]With this release, Kang surpassed one million cumulative albums sold within 13 months of debuting as a solo artist.[71][72]The lead single "Who U Are" peaked at number 12 in Korea and won trophies on SBS MTV'sThe Show,KBS2'sMusic Bank,and MBC'sShow! Music Core.[73][74]Two months later, Kang performed on a special episode of MBC'sI Live Alonefor the 2021 Summer/SpringSeoul Fashion Week.[75]In November, Konnect opened pre-orders for Kang's firstartbookNever Standing Still - It's Time to Shinein collaboration withPaul McCartney's personal photographer, MJ Kim.[76]

As his first American collaboration, Kang was featured on "State of Wonder" by Inverness alongside Anthony Russo.[77]The single was released byMonstercaton January 15, 2021.[78]He then released the digital single "Paranoia"on February 16 which gave Kang his first top five track that peaked at number two in Korea and won trophies on several music shows including:The Show,Show Champion,M Countdown,andShow! Music Core.[79]It also marked his first solo appearance onBillboard'sWorld Digital Song Saleschart with the single debuting at number five.[80]Leading up to his next EP, Kang was featured on YouTube Originals seven-episode documentary seriesK-Pop Evolutionwhich premiered on March 31.[81]He then released his fourth overall EPYellowon April 13 as the final installment of his three-part project aimed to find his true colors as a solo artist.[82]Its lead single "Antidote"gave Kang his first number one track in Korea along with several trophies on music shows:The Show,Show Champion,Music Bank,Show! Music Core,andInkigayo.[83][84]Discussing what this project represents, Kang said "The color series is really about sharing the different stages of self-discovery as an artist with my fans".[85]On May 13, Kang released thepromotional single"Outerspace" featuringLocothroughUniverse Musicfor the mobile application,Universe.[86][87]

In celebration of his two-year anniversary as a solo artist, Kang held avirtual reality(VR) fan meeting on July 25.[88][89]In the same month, Kang was selected as the fixedMCforMnet's first-ever female dance crew competition showStreet Woman Fighter.[90]His background inbreakdancingand first-hand knowledge ofstreet danceculture were qualifications cited by the show'sproducerfor selecting him as the official host.[91]In September 2021, Kang was featured on Japanese musicianMiyavi's "Hush Hush" from the studio albumImaginary.[92]He also joined the lineup for "Cyworld BGM 2021", a large-scale project to remake the top 100BGMsongs that were most popular on theCyworldplatform in the 2000s.[93]As the 14th track of the project, Kang and his labelmateChancellorreleased a remake ofEpik High's "Fly" on November 16.[94]That same month, Kang was re-selected as the fixed MC for thespin-offshowStreet Dance Girls Fighter.[95]In December, he reunited with nine other members of Wanna One for a special performance at the2021 Mnet Asian Music Awardsthat included a new single by the group titled "Beautiful (Part.3)".[96][97]

2022–present: Acting debut,The Story,and concert tour

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Prior to the release of "Paranoia", it was revealed that Kang was offered to star in the first-ever KoreanDisney+Staroriginal seriestitledRookie Cops.[98][99]His role as Wi Seung-hyun in thecoming-of-agestory marked his official debut as an actor, starring alongsideChae Soo-bin.[100][101]Having previously turned down several offers to appear inKorean dramas,Kang revealed that the idea of working alongside people his age persuaded him to give the show's proposal a try.[102][103]He released the Korean version of his Japanese collaboration single "Hush Hush" featuring Miyavi on March 9 as part of the series soundtrack.[104]The following month, Kang performed his lead single "Antidote" onthe Recording Academy'sPress Play At Homeas the first K-pop solo artist to appear on the series.[105][106]On April 29, he released the promotional single "Ready to Ride" through Universe Music for the mobile application, Universe.[107]

Kang Daniel arriving to the1st Blue Dragon Series Awardsin July 2022

Following the end of his "color trilogy", Kang released his first full-length albumThe Storyon May 24, 2022.[108]Its lead single "Upside Down"peaked at number two in Korea and won a trophy on MBC'sShow! Music Coreon June 4.[109][110]Performing the album's fourth track "Parade", Kang made his US television debut on the June 16 episode ofThe Kelly Clarkson Show.[111]Following the release ofThe Story,it was revealed that Kang would release a song as part of theGatoradeand Starship Entertainment campaign named "Everyday Athlete" alongsideYuna KimandIve'sAn Yu-jin.[112]Their joint single "Move like This" was released on June 20.[113]Two months later, Kang embarked on the firstconcert tourof his solo career, performing in multiple different cities throughout Asia, Europe, and North America between August 2022 and April 2023 before ending off withencoreconcerts in Seoul on July 1 and 2.[114]Continuing the series, he initially hosted the one-episode television specialBe the SMFthat precededStreet Man Fighterand was later confirmed as the fixed MC for Mnet'sStreet Man Fighter.[115][116]He released the single "Remember Us" on August 23 as part of the show's soundtrack.[117]He then made his Japanese debut underWarner Music Japanwith the release of hisJoy RideEP on October 5 supported by the digital single "TPIR" featuring Miyavi.[118][119]Following this, a repackage of his first full-length album titledThe Story: Retoldwas released on November 24.[120]Selected byKBSas a representative of Korea, Kang participated in the 2022ABU TV Song Festivalheld inNew Delhi,India.[121]In December, he released an OST titled "Last Forever" throughTVING's comedyWork Later, Drink Now 2and also served as a judge on the second season ofMr. Trot.[122][123]

As his first English-language single, Kang released "Look Where We Are" with220 Kidand Willim on January 26, 2023.[124]Held inLas Vegas,Kang performed at the We Bridge Music Festival and participated in the three-day exposition hosted by theGrammy Museumon April 21.[125]He then released his fifth Korean EPRealiezon June 19 and performed at the2023 Summer Sonic Festivalon August 19 and 20.[126][127][128]In the same month, Kang returned as the fixed MC ofStreet Woman Fighter 2.[129]Hisdocumentary filmtitledKang Daniel: My Paradethat followed him through his first world tour with concert footage, behind-the-scenes rehearsals, and exclusive interviews was released in movie theaters around the world on August 30 and September 2.[130]

In July 2024, after the dissolution ofKonnect Entertainment,[131]Kang announced that he had signed a new exclusive contract with ARA (Artistic Round Alliance).[132]Kang's first project under the new agency, anEPentitledAct,was released on September 23.[133]After a performing two concerts in Seoul in October 2024, Kang is scheduled to embark on his second tour in January 2025, visiting seven cities across Asia and Australia.[134]

Impact

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Kang Daniel at Think Nature fan meet on January 6, 2018

Kang's domestic popularity as the center of the temporary boy group Wanna One earned him the nickname "Nation's Center".[135]Writing forBillboard,Jessica Oak noted that "Kang Daniel has elevated himself to a top-tier celebrity status that only a handful of artists can ever achieve" and further described him as "one of the highest-earning and most significant male solo acts in K-pop".[136]In a segment dedicated to his domestic popularity, SBS'sLate Night Entertainment Newsdescribed him as "more than a topidolstar "and additionally noted that" he created a craze "that was recreated in an episode ofSNL Korea.[137][138][139]In February 2018, Kang was appointed to be an honorary ambassador for the special Korean cultural exhibit at the2018 Pyeongchang Olympics.[140][141]The following year, he was appointed the honorary ambassador of Busan as a result of a citizen-voted poll.[142]A formal ceremony was held on July 9, 2019, at theSajik Baseball Stadiumwhere he received a mandate from the mayor of the city and threw theceremonial first pitchfor theLotte Giants' home game.[143][144]In October 2020, Kang participated in the 4352nd anniversary ceremony of Korea'sNational Foundation Dayheld by the Korean government atGyeongbokgung Palaceas the only singer invited among 30 national figures including theprime minister of South Korea.[145][146]

His national influence was further seen as South Korean Olympic medalistsKim Kyeong-Ae,[147]Lee Da-bin,[148]andHyun Jung-hwa[149][150]declared themselves fans of the artist. An Shinae of South Koreandoo-woptrioThe Barberettesalso divulged that Kang was the inspiration for their lead single "SHOO".[151]During an interview withNetflix Korea,Sweet HomeactressPark Gyu-youngrevealed that she was inspired by Kang's pink hair color while he was on the second season of Mnet'sProduceseries for her character Yoon Ji-soo.[152]Other artists who have cited him as an influence or role model includePsy,[153]dance crew Mis Molly's Lee Seo-yeon who appeared on Mnet'sStreet Dance Girls Fighter,[154]andBoys Planetcontestant Mun Jung-hyun.[155]

In January 2019, Kang set aGuinness World Recordfor the "fastest time to gain one million followers onInstagram"(11 hours and 36 minutes after joining).[156][157]Later that month, his officialDaumfancafe became the fastest in history among idols and idol groups to reach 100,000 members, doing so in under 40 hours.[158]He then became the first male celebrity, globally, to front a campaign forGivenchyBeauty after being chosen as its brand ambassador.[159][160]Kang has also been recognized for his marketing power, having topped the Korean Business Research Institute's 'Male Model Brand Power Ranking' and 'Individual Boy Group Members Brand Power Ranking';[161][162]becoming the first artist in history to spend 13 consecutive months at the top of the latter.[163]His name has appeared in multiple otherlisticlessuch asGallup Korea's annual list of 'Most Preferred Idols',People's list of 'Talented Emerging Artists Making Their Mark', and the annual lists titled '2030 Power Leaders' and 'Korea Power Celebrities' byForbes Korea.He was included in Naver TV's 'Most Popular Videos of 2017', occupying six of the top ten clips based on video plays and four of the top ten clips based on likes.[164]Two years later, Naver TV once again included him in its 'Most Popular Videos of 2019' with four of his videos making the top ten list based on video plays.[165]

His influence is further seen throughwebtoonsas the writer ofIdeal Relationship(이상적인 관계) confirmed that Kang was the inspiration behind the character Noah's physical appearance.[166]During an interview in May 2020, the creator of webtoonEleceed(일렉시드) also revealed that Kang was the inspiration behind the main character Seo Jiwoo.[167][168]Additionally, the author of webtoonDaddy Goes to School(급식아빠) divulged that he used Kang as a reference when developing the character Hong Jeho.[169]JoyNews24placed Kang at number five on its 'Power People of 2019' survey among industry professionals and, in the same year, he was selected as the third most-preferred advertising model by female consumers in their 10s in a survey conducted by theKorean Broadcast Advertising Corporation.[170][171]In March 2021, he surpassed 150 consecutive weeks at the top of Idol Chart, making him the first and only artist to achieve this.[172]The first episode of Kang's travel reality showHello, Danielcaused a surge in sales for the travel guideIf You Want to Live in Portlandand led to increased success for the publishing company.[173][174]

Other ventures

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Business

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In June 2019, Kang established two companies named Konnect Entertainment and KD Corporation Ltd. as thechief executive officer(CEO) of both.[175]His activities in the entertainment industry are managed by the former, while all other business-related activities are managed by the latter. Further business ventures through these companies include: a cafe on the first floor of Konnect Entertainment's building called Cafe de Konnect,[176]the development and launch ofmobile application"Kang Daniel" to serve as Kang's official fancafe,[177]a collaboration with South Korean game development company Dalcomsoft to release therhythm gameSuperstar Kang Danielas the first app in the series exclusively made for a solo artist,[178]apartnership agreementwith Very Cherry to domestically manage solo artistCL,[179]and a collaboration with production company Snowballs to release thepuzzle gameappStarway Kang Daniel.[180]Expanding its lineup of artists, singer-songwriter and producerChancellor,formerGFriendmemberYuju,and dance crew We Dem Boyz (WDBZ) that appeared onStreet Man Fightereach signed exclusive contracts with Konnect Entertainment.[181]Konnect Entertainment was dissolved in June 2024 amid a legal dispute between Kang and a major shareholder of the company.[131]

Endorsements

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Kang became one of the highest-valued celebrities in South Korea's advertisement industry a year after debuting, reportedly making300 million (USD$250,000) per three-month contract and ₩1 billion ($860,000) per one-year contract.[182]He has maintained numerous endorsement deals in various industries throughout his career.

In September 2017, Kang signed his first sole advertising contract as the model for Think Nature and increased the brand's online sales by 728%.[183][184]Two months later, he was chosen as the model for The Spring Home[185]and earned the company over ₩20 million ($16,645) in 10 minutes during a customized sales event.[186]The following year, Kang worked as a brand model for fashion brand Los Angeles Project (LAP),[187]the world's leading producer ofsoju(HiteJinro),[188]electronics company Bokuk, and eyewear brand Kissing Heart.[189][190]In July 2019, Kang became the model for South Korean telephone company,KT Corporation,advertising theSamsung Galaxy Note 10Aura Red.[191]Their collaboration generated the sale of 68,000 units and raised KT's pre-booking record by a total of 45%.[192][193]In the same year, Kang became the face of restaurant chain Mexicana Chicken,[194]brand ambassador for Givenchy Beauty,[159][195]advertisement model forSubway Korea's signature wraps,[196]and face ofCalvin KleinJeans.[197]In October 2019, luggage brandRimowaunveiled its new collection with Kang through photos and videos onElle KoreaandEsquire Korea.[198]

In January 2020, Kang became the new brand ambassador for German sportswear brandPuma.[199]Later that month, Puma and Kang's first collaboration "RS-X Cube" was released as a part of Puma's RS (Running System) collection.[200]In February 2020, Kang collaborated withKakaoTalk's emoticon service,Kakao Friends.Designed by Kang himself, the collaboration line "Apeach Kang Daniel Edition" (inspired by his resemblance to Kakao Friends Muzi Series character Apeach and his own nickname "Baby Peach" )[201][202]featured goods that were officially released in Korea and globally on February 7 and 21.[203]Kakao Friends also released a limited-edition beverage and dessert menu for three cafes, including Kang's Cafe de Konnect.[204]Puma and Kang's second collaboration "RS 2.0" was released in August 2020 as a part of Puma's RS collection.[205][206]In the same month, he also became the model for cure-cosmetic brand Icepray.[207]In December 2020, Givenchy Beauty announced that Kang would continue to be its official model for another year and divulged its best selling item in 2020 as the Teint Couture Cushion (also known as the Kang Daniel Cushion).[208]

In January 2021, Kang was selected as the brand ambassador for global beauty brand Mernel.[209][210]Later that month, Mexicana Chicken announced that Kang would continue to be the face of its restaurant chain for another year by confirming the extension of his modeling contract.[211]He also expanded his activities as the brand ambassador of Givenchy Beauty by modeling the brand's newly launched perfume collection.[212]In January 2022, Kang released a collection in collaboration with Wonderwall ArtLab and was selected as the brand ambassador for skincare brand Bio Heal.[213][214]As the first-ever K-pop act to collaborate withSpongeBob SquarePants,an animated character of Kang was produced along with various collaborative merchandise that was released in June 2022.[215][216]Two months later, cosmetics brand The BoiBoy selected him as one of the "three top stars" to be an official model.[217][218]In March 2023, Kang was chosen as a model for South Korean fashion brand SPAO, under theE-Land Group.[219]

Fashion and modelling

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Kang in a video forVogue,2023

Industry officials in South Korea have said "even if the fashion industry is in a slump, Kang Daniel as a model can still make others spend money", revealing that his fee was the highest among rising stars.[220]Following his debut, he was highly sought after by luxury brands and has since collaborated with and endorsed several such asChanel,Louis Vuitton,Calvin Klein,andCartier.[221]

In January 2018, two months after Kang was seen wearing a duffel coat designed by LAP to theIncheon International Airport,it was announced that he became the official model of the fashion brand.[222]A spokesperson from the brand stated, "after Kang Daniel wore our coat, the response we received was really positive" and that "the product was sold out immediately".[187]LAP further launched a separatestreetwearline named "Kang Daniel's Pick – Edition" to better align with his personal style;[223]the collection's popularity resulted in long lines at the Daniel's Pick LAPpop-up storesin Japan and Korea.[224]Later that year, Kang was chosen as the newest muse for Chanel Fine Jewelry, making him the second Korean male celebrity to take on the role afterBigBang'sG-Dragon.[225]In his first collaboration with the brand, he was the cover model for the July issue ofElle Koreamagazine where he modeled an assortment of Chanel 'Fine Jewelry' and 'Watches'.[226]

In March 2019, Kang returned to the cover ofElle Koreaas Louis Vuitton's new style icon.[227]He and actressBae Doonawere chosen to lead the campaign for Louis Vuitton's Twist handbag; the campaign was released through photos and videos onElle Koreaand the brand's official website one week ahead of the opening of the Louis Vuitton Twist Bag pop-up store in Seoul.[228][229]Marking the end of summer and acting as an annual reset for the fashion industry, September issues have historically been considered the biggest fashion moment of the year for magazines. In September 2019, Kang was chosen to be the cover model for the prestigious September issues[230]of fashion magazinesArena Homme+ KoreaandVogue Korea.For his two-versionArena Homme+ Koreacover, Kang modeled pieces from Cartier's Juste un Clou collection as a new member of the "Maison Cartier" ambassador group;[231]according to the magazine, pre-order sales skyrocketed at the news of him being on the cover.[232]Kang was also chosen as a model for Calvin Klein Jeans for its special 50th anniversary celebration.[197]Their collaboration was seen on the October 2019 issue ofHigh Cutfashion magazine, where Kang was the cover model on four different versions and sported Calvin Klein Jeans apparel.[233]

Marking his runway debut in August 2023, Kang appeared as a model for theBAPE2024 Spring/Summer Japan Runway Show as part of the brand's 30th anniversary.[234][235]

Philanthropy

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On June 12, 2018, Kang participated in theIce Bucket Challengeto promoteALSawareness and also donated ₩2 million ($1,730).[236]Two days later, the Seungil Hope Foundation reported its website crashed due to exceeded traffic and there were nearly a thousand donations since Kang participated in the challenge.[237]In November 2018, photographer Cho Sei-hon selectedJung Woo-sungand Kang Daniel as two people he thought had positive influence in South Korea for his lastLetter from Angelsexhibition, a 16-year adoption awareness campaign.[238]Two weeks after Kang was revealed as the exhibition portrait model, Cho divulged the orphan photographed with Kang was adopted.[239]On December 10, 2018, Kang donated ₩12.1 million ($10,400) for his birthday to the Miral Welfare Foundation to be used for low-income vulnerable groups' medical bills and living expenses.[240]

In response to the AprilGoseong Fire of 2019,Kang donated ₩30 million ($26,000) to Hope Bridge Disaster Relief.[241]Hope Bridge reported in May the donations made in Kang's name amounted to ₩180 million ($155,000).[242]It was then reported that in under three years, the money donated to various charity organizations in his name by his fan club amounted to ₩680 million ($569,907).[243]In early December, Kang recorded ringtone services with KT for people with hearing or speech impairments for International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPWD). Ahead of Christmas, Kang donated ₩30 million in his fan club's name to The Snail of Love, a social welfare group for the deaf and hard of hearing.[244]

On February 28, 2020, Kang made a personal donation of ₩50 million ($41,000) to Hope Bridge Disaster Relief to be used to purchase goods such as health masks and hand sanitizers to prevent the spread ofCOVID-19.[245]After Konnect was contacted to confirm the news, Kang stated through his agency, "I wanted to be a little help to medical staff who are struggling."[246]On April 17, Kang went to The Snail of Love's office to visit the first of ten children who will receive acochlear implantunder the auspices of his and his fan club's names and provided her with gifts. A ceremony was held due to their combined donations exceeding ₩99 million ($81,000).[247][248]

Discography

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Concert tours

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  • First Parade (2022–2023)
  • Act (2025)

Filmography

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Awards and achievements

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  1. ^abAs a member ofWanna Oneonly.[1]
  2. ^Contract was disputed before it went into effect in February 2019, suspended, and legally terminated in September 2019.[2][3][4]

References

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  2. ^"'전속계약 분쟁' 강다니엘 측 "법리검토중...활동 지장없게 노력""['Exclusive Contract Dispute' Kang Daniel's side said "Under legal review... working to avoid any hindrance to activities" ].Yonhap News Agency(in Korean). March 5, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on October 5, 2020.RetrievedJanuary 13,2021– viaNaver.
  3. ^"강다니엘 측" 소속사 LM, 동의없이 핵심 권리 양도...계약금도 수십배 받아 "[공식입장]"[Kang Daniel's side said "Affiliated company LM, transfers core rights without consent... receives dozens of down payments" [Official Position]].Osen(in Korean). March 26, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on August 28, 2019.RetrievedJanuary 13,2021– viaNaver.
  4. ^ab"강다니엘·LM엔터, 전속계약 분쟁 종료...연매협 중재 극적 합의"[Kang Daniel·LM Entertainment, end exclusive contract dispute... dramatic agreement on arbitration by the Korea Entertainment Management Association].Yonhap News Agency(in Korean). September 27, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 27, 2021.RetrievedAugust 13,2020– viaNaver.
  5. ^"6 Months After Wanna One Split, Here's What the Bandmates Are Up to".Billboard.July 29, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on April 14, 2022.RetrievedApril 26,2023.
  6. ^"[2022 뉴시스 한류엑스포]서울시장상 문화대상 강다니엘"[[2022 Newsis Hallyu Expo] Kang Daniel, Seoul Mayor's Award for Culture].Newsis(in Korean). August 25, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on May 8, 2023.RetrievedMay 8,2023– viaNaver.
  7. ^"[엑's 토크] '한끼줍쇼'PD" 솔직한 강다니엘·박지훈, 규동형제와 케미 굿 ""[[Ex's Talk] 'Let's Eat Dinner' PD "Honest Kang Daniel·Park Ji-hoon, good chemistry with Kyu-Dong brothers" ].Xports News(in Korean). August 14, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on April 2, 2019.RetrievedAugust 15,2017– viaNaver.
  8. ^PRODUCE 101 season2 [101 스페셜] 국.프가 묻는다! 170616 EP.11.Produce 101(Video) (in Korean). YouTube:MnetOfficial. June 15, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on May 16, 2021.RetrievedJuly 19,2020.
  9. ^"'라디오스타' 강다니엘 "고교 자퇴→검정고시→사이버 đại 진학""['Radio Star' Kang Daniel "withdrawal from high school → exam → going to cyber university" ].Sports Chosun(in Korean). March 21, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on September 5, 2022.RetrievedJanuary 1,2021– viaNaver.
  10. ^"'유스케' 강다니엘 "월 17만원 고시원 시절도 좋았다...성공 후 mẫu 행복" [종합] "['You Hee-yeol's Sketchbook' Kang Daniel "The days of Gosiwon were also good at 170,000 won per month... Happy after success" [General]].Sports Chosun(in Korean). August 8, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedAugust 16,2020– viaNaver.
  11. ^"[커버스토리] 알쓸강잡 50: 알아두면 쓸모 있는 강다니엘 잡학사전"[[Cover Story] Know-It-All 50: Kang Daniel's General Knowledge Dictionary].Weekly Dong-A(in Korean). October 19, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on May 16, 2021.RetrievedMay 16,2021– viaNaver.
  12. ^아이돌차트 K-POP IDOLCHART (March 24, 2021)."(ENG SUB) 🍚❌10 강다니엘은 밥 열공기를 먹는 아이였다ㄷㄷ?! 스승이 밝힌 다니엘의 뽀시래기 시절 에피소드💛 Kang Daniel's childhood"[(ENG SUB) 🍚❌10 Kang Daniel was a child who ate hot rice?! Daniel's childhood days revealed by his teacher💛 Kang Daniel's childhood].YouTube(Video) (in Korean).Archivedfrom the original on May 28, 2023.RetrievedMay 28,2023.
  13. ^JUST DANCE ACADEMY [댄스학원] (June 15, 2017)."『 부산! 응답하라 2011년도 』 Busan City Kids Vol.2 │ Final 강의건(NATARAJA 아카데미)"[『 Busan! Reply 2011 』 Busan City Kids Vol.2 │ Final Kang Eui-geon(NATARAJA Academy)].YouTube(Video) (in Korean).Archivedfrom the original on May 28, 2023.RetrievedMay 28,2023.
  14. ^"[ đêm TV] '안녕' 워너원," 자존감은 나한테서 나와 "진심어린 고민해결"[[Night TV] 'Hello' Wanna One, solves serious concerns "My self-esteem comes from me" ].My Daily(in Korean). September 5, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on May 16, 2021.RetrievedMay 16,2021– viaNaver.
  15. ^"[커버스토리] 강다니엘, 니가 궁금해"[[Cover Story] Kang Daniel, I'm curious about you].Weekly Dong-A(in Korean). October 24, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on May 16, 2021.RetrievedMay 16,2021– viaNaver.
  16. ^"[DA:클립] 강다니엘, 고교시절 현대무용 영상 최초 공개 '역시 남다른 피지컬'"[[DA:Clip] Kang Daniel, first unveiled video of contemporary dance in high school 'As expected, extraordinary physical'].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). September 20, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on June 12, 2021.RetrievedJune 12,2021– viaNaver.
  17. ^"True Story: I Spent My Birthday With K-Pop Star Kang Daniel".Cosmopolitan.March 24, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on March 28, 2023.RetrievedMarch 28,2023.
  18. ^"'라디오스타' 강다니엘 "고교 자퇴→검정고시→사이버 đại 진학""['Radio Star' Kang Daniel "dropped out of high school → passed the GED → entered cyber university" ].Sports Chosun(in Korean). March 21, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on March 28, 2023.RetrievedMarch 28,2023– viaNaver.
  19. ^Ko, Seok-tae (July 19, 2020)."브랜드파워 사이버대학부문 3년 연속 1위... 취업·창업 특강 인기, 자격증 프로그램도 신설"[Brand Power Cyber University Division Ranked 1st for 3 Consecutive Years... Special Lectures on Employment and Entrepreneurship Popular, Certification Program Also Established].The Chosun Ilbo(in Korean).RetrievedOctober 10,2024.
  20. ^"['프듀2'가 뭐길래①]1위 강다니엘 매력의 다각적 분석"[[What is 'Produce 2'①] No. 1 Kang Daniel's multilateral analysis of charm].Herald POP(in Korean). June 19, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on May 16, 2021.RetrievedMay 16,2021– viaNaver.
  21. ^[RADIO STAR] 라디오스타.Radio Star(Video) (in Korean). YouTube: MBC Entertainment. March 21, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on February 11, 2021.RetrievedAugust 16,2020.
  22. ^"'비디오스타' 차오루 "강다니엘과 과거 예능서 '초대' 췄다""['Video Star' Cao Lu "I danced to 'Invitation' with Kang Daniel" ].My Daily(in Korean). June 27, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on May 16, 2020.RetrievedJuly 19,2020– viaNaver.
  23. ^"Season 2 of 'Produce 101' ends with 11 winners".The Korea Herald.June 18, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on June 18, 2017.RetrievedDecember 20,2019.
  24. ^Kang Daniel's Signature Dance Move:
  25. ^"프듀101의 11인 '워너원' 내달 7일 '쇼콘'서 만나요"[See Produce 101's 11 member 'Wanna One' at 'Show-Con' on the 7th of next month].Herald POP(in Korean). July 6, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on September 5, 2022.RetrievedMay 8,2021– viaNaver.
  26. ^"'Produce 101' group Wanna One makes debut ".Korea JoongAng Daily(in Korean). August 8, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on January 8, 2020.RetrievedJuly 19,2020.
  27. ^"[단독] 워너원 강다니엘, '이불밖' 출연 확정...'프듀' 첫 MBC 진출"[[Exclusive] Wanna One Kang Daniel, confirmed to appear in 'It's Dangerous Beyond The Blankets'... 'Produce' first advance to MBC].Osen(in Korean). July 18, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on June 23, 2020.RetrievedJune 21,2020– viaNaver.
  28. ^"Homebodies Xiumin, Kang Daniel, Yong Jun-hyung go on vacation".Kpop Herald.August 15, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on April 1, 2019.RetrievedJune 21,2020.
  29. ^"'한밤' 왜 강다니엘인가? "대한민국 가장 핵심적 인물""['Midnight' Why Kang Daniel? "South Korea's most important person" ].Ten Asia(in Korean). November 21, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on July 19, 2020.RetrievedJuly 19,2020– viaNaver.
  30. ^"'워너원' 강다니엘, 미친 인기에 '시사 주간지' 표지 까지 등장 "['Wanna One' Kang Daniel, crazy popularity even appeared on the cover of 'Weekly Chosun'].Insight(in Korean). August 15, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on August 5, 2019.RetrievedJuly 19,2020.
  31. ^"워너원 강다니엘, 인스타일 최초 남자커버 모델 '14년 만'"[Wanna One Kang Daniel, InStyle's first male cover model in '14 years'].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). September 18, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on July 20, 2020.RetrievedJuly 19,2020– viaNaver.
  32. ^"강다니엘-옹성우, SBS 새 예능 '마스터키' 출연...10월 14일 첫방 [공식입장]"[Kang Daniel-Ong Seong-wu, appear on SBS's new entertainment show 'Master Key'... first broadcast on October 14 [Official Admission]].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). September 21, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on May 16, 2020.RetrievedJuly 19,2020– viaNaver.
  33. ^"[2017 SBS 연예대상] 버라이어티 신인상 강다니엘" 감사 "머신, 전소민은 송지효와 '눈물 글썽'"[[2017 SBS Entertainment Awards] Variety Rookie of the Year Kang Daniel's "Thank You" machine, Jeon So-min with Song Ji-hyo "Teary eyes" ].Herald POP(in Korean). December 30, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on September 5, 2022.RetrievedMay 8,2021– viaNaver.
  34. ^"Davichi Commemorates 10 Years With 'Days Without You' Music Video Starring Wanna One's Kang Daniel".Billboard.January 25, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on July 18, 2020.RetrievedJuly 19,2020.
  35. ^"[단독] 워너원 강다니엘, 다비치 신곡 MV 출격...두번째 연기도전"[[Exclusive] Wanna One Kang Daniel, Davichi's new song MV... second acting challenge].Osen(in Korean). December 21, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedJuly 19,2020– viaNaver.
  36. ^"[공식입장] 강다니엘X시우민 '이불밖은 위험해', 4월 5일 정규 첫 방송 확정"[[Official Position] Kang Daniel X Xiumin 'It's Dangerous Beyond the Blankets', confirmed for the first regular broadcast on April 5].Osen(in Korean). March 19, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on July 20, 2020.RetrievedJuly 19,2020– viaNaver.
  37. ^"강다니엘, '2018 MBC 연예대상' 신인상" 워너원·워너블 고마워 "[똑똑SNS]"[Kang Daniel, Rookie of the Year at the '2018 MBC Entertainment Awards' "Wanna One·Wannable thank you" [Smart SNS]].MK Sports(in Korean). December 30, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedMay 8,2021– viaNaver.
  38. ^"Wanna One Triple Position Wins" Best Unit "at 2018 MAMA in Hong Kong".Mwave.December 14, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on February 19, 2019.RetrievedJuly 19,2020.
  39. ^"워너원 측" 12월31일 계약종료, 1월 콘서트로 마무리 "(공식입장 전문)"[Wanna One's side said "Contract ends on December 31, ends with a concert in January" [Full text of official admission]].Newsen(in Korean). December 18, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on April 2, 2019.RetrievedDecember 18,2018– viaNaver.
  40. ^"[공식] 강다니엘X윤지성, MMO→LM엔터로 소속사 변경 '새 출발'"[[Official] Kang Daniel X Yoon Ji-sung, MMO→LM Entertainment change of agency 'New Start'].Sports Chosun(in Korean). January 31, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedJanuary 31,2019– viaNaver.
  41. ^"강다니엘 측" LM 상대로 전속계약 효력정지 가처분 신청, 팬들에 죄송 "[전문]"[Kang Daniel's side said "Applied for temporary injunction against LM for suspension of exclusive contract, sorry to the fans" [Full text]].The Korea Times(in Korean). March 21, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on April 2, 2019.RetrievedMarch 21,2019– viaNaver.
  42. ^"'계약 분쟁' 강다니엘, 독자적 연예활동 가능 "['Contract dispute' Kang Daniel, independent entertainment activities possible].E-Daily News(in Korean). May 10, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 6, 2021.RetrievedMay 6,2021– viaNaver.
  43. ^"Kang Daniel gears up for return to show biz with new talent agency".The Korea Herald.June 10, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on June 10, 2019.RetrievedDecember 20,2019.
  44. ^"강다니엘 측" 전속계약효력 정지, 여전히 유효 "[공식입장]"[Kang Daniel's side said "exclusive contract validity suspended, still valid" [Official Position]].SpoTV News(in Korean). July 11, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on July 15, 2019.RetrievedJuly 12,2019– viaNaver.
  45. ^"강다니엘, 솔로 데뷔 앨범 트랙리스트 공개..타이틀곡은 '뭐해'"[Kang Daniel's solo debut album tracklist released... the title song is 'What Are You Up To'].SBS Entertainment News(in Korean). July 19, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on April 25, 2021.RetrievedJuly 19,2019– viaNaver.
  46. ^"[단독]강다니엘, 데뷔 앨범 첫날 28만장 기염...아이돌 출신 최다 기록 세울까"[[Exclusive] Kang Daniel, 280,000 copies on the first day of his debut album... will he set the highest record for idols].Seoul Shinmun(in Korean). July 29, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on September 21, 2019.RetrievedJuly 29,2019– viaNaver.
  47. ^"[SC초점]" 초동 46만장 돌파 "...강다니엘, 역대 솔로 신기록+워너원 넘었다(종합)"[[SC Focus] "Over 460,000 copies in the first batch"... Kang Daniel surpassed all-time solo record + Wanna One (Total)].Sports Chosun(in Korean). August 5, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on August 5, 2019.RetrievedAugust 5,2019– viaNaver.
  48. ^"'뮤직뱅크' 강다니엘, 방송출연 없이 1위...로켓펀치 데뷔-세븐틴 컴백[종합] "['Music Bank' Kang Daniel, No. 1 without a broadcast appearance... Rocket Punch debut-Seventeen comeback [Comprehensive]].Sports Chosun(in Korean). August 9, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on April 25, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 20,2020– viaNaver.
  49. ^"강다니엘, 'color on me' 발매 기념 전국 팬사인회성료"[Kang Daniel completes a national fan-signing event to celebrate the release of 'color on me'].Xports News(in Korean). August 2, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on February 15, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 15,2020– viaNaver.
  50. ^Kang Daniel's 2019 Fan Meet Tour:
  51. ^"강다니엘, 네이버 NOW 추석 스페셜 호스트 확정...단독 오디오쇼 진행"[Kang Daniel, confirmed Naver NOW Chuseok special host... hosting an exclusive audio show].Herald POP(in Korean). September 11, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on October 8, 2020.RetrievedDecember 27,2019.
  52. ^"Naver to air Kang Daniel's own show on Chuseok holiday".Osen.September 11, 2019.RetrievedDecember 27,2019– via V Live.[dead link]
  53. ^"강다니엘, 11월 25일 신곡 발표...4개월 만에 컴백[공식입장]"[Kang Daniel releases a new song on November 25... comeback in 4 months [Official Position]].SpoTV News(in Korean). November 13, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 6, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 20,2020– viaNaver.
  54. ^"강다니엘, 수록곡 'Adulthood' 작사 참여..싱글 'TOUCHIN' 커버 아트 공개"[Kang Daniel participates in the lyrics of the song 'Adulthood'.. single 'TOUCHIN' cover art released].Herald POP(in Korean). November 18, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 6, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 20,2020– viaNaver.
  55. ^"강다니엘 '터칭' 컴백 1주차 #성공적 #최고의1분 #4관왕"[Kang Daniel 'TOUCHIN' comeback week 1 #Successful #BestMinute #4Crowns].Star News(in Korean). December 2, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 7, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 20,2020– viaNaver.
  56. ^"#WeAreWithDaniel Trends As K-pop Star Kang Daniel Takes Career Break Due To Health Issues".Newsweek.December 4, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on December 11, 2019.RetrievedDecember 12,2019.
  57. ^"강다니엘 출연 '안녕, 다니엘', SBS FiL 3월 4일 첫 방 확정"[Kang Daniel's appearance 'Hello, Daniel', SBS FiL's first broadcast on March 4].Sports Chosun(in Korean). February 27, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedAugust 24,2020– viaNaver.
  58. ^"강다니엘이 돌아온다, 24일 첫 번째 미니 앨범 'CYAN' 발매"[Kang Daniel is coming back, the first mini album 'CYAN' will be released on the 24th].Munhwa Ilbo(in Korean). March 10, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedAugust 9,2020– viaNaver.
  59. ^"Digital Chart – Week 13 of 2020".Gaon Chart(in Korean).Archivedfrom the original on November 25, 2016.RetrievedApril 2,2020.
  60. ^"'엠카' 강다니엘, 출연없이 1위x5관왕..(여자)아이들·홍진영 컴백 [종합] "['M Countdown' Kang Daniel, No. 1 x 5 crowns.. (G)I-dle·Hong Jin-young comeback [Comprehensive]].The Chosun Ilbo(in Korean). April 9, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on April 15, 2020.RetrievedApril 16,2020.
  61. ^"강다니엘x지코, 대세의 만남"[Kang Daniel x Zico, the meeting of the masses].Vogue Korea(in Korean). March 17, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on June 21, 2020.RetrievedJune 20,2020.
  62. ^"[신보] 지코X강다니엘, 콜라보 신곡 'Refresh'(리프레쉬) 발표" 대세 아티스트들의 색다른 조합 ""[[News] Zico X Kang Daniel released a new collaboration song 'Refresh'(리프레쉬) "A unique combination of popular artists" ].Hanteo News(in Korean). April 24, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on July 1, 2020.RetrievedApril 25,2020.
  63. ^"'88라이징' 림킴→강다니엘, 전 세계 휩쓴 K-팝 파워(종합) "['88rising' Lim Kim → Kang Daniel, K-pop power swept around the world (Total)].Newsen(in Korean). May 7, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on June 23, 2020.RetrievedJune 22,2020.
  64. ^"'틱톡 스테이지' 몬스타엑스→강다니엘 등 9팀 출연 확정[공식] "['TikTok Stage' Monsta X → Kang Daniel and 9 other teams have been confirmed [Official]].Star News(in Korean). May 20, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on May 23, 2020.RetrievedMay 20,2020.
  65. ^"Kang Daniel to Sing His First-ever Drama OST for 'Backstreet Rookie'".SBS News.June 15, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on June 21, 2020.RetrievedJune 20,2020.
  66. ^"KCON:TACT Artist Announcement – Kang Daniel".KCON USA.May 30, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on June 22, 2020.RetrievedJune 21,2020.
  67. ^"'펩시 온라인 쇼케이스' 27일 개최...강다니엘→뉴이스트 황금 라인업 [공식] "['Pepsi Online Showcase' will be held on the 27th... Kang Daniel → NU'EST golden lineup [Official]].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). June 5, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on June 15, 2020.RetrievedJune 15,2020.
  68. ^"[Fan Meeting] KANG DANIEL Celebrates the 1st Solo Debut Anniversary with the Ontact Fan Meeting DAN1TYST".Hanteo News.June 30, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedJuly 1,2020.
  69. ^"강다니엘 온택트 팬미팅 성료..." 한한령 이후 Hàn 연예인 최초 trung 플랫폼 생중계 ""[Kang Daniel's ontact fan meeting completed... "The first Korean celebrity to broadcast live on the Chinese platform since the Korean wave ban" ].Xports News(in Korean). July 28, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on October 8, 2020.RetrievedAugust 25,2020– viaNaver.
  70. ^"[단독] 강다니엘, 8월 3일 전격 컴백...다니티 모여라"[[Exclusive] Kang Daniel, August 3rd comeback... Danity gather around].Xports News(in Korean). July 5, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on July 5, 2020.RetrievedJuly 5,2020– viaNaver.
  71. ^"[Breaking] KANG DANIEL Surpasses 1 Million Copies in Cumulative Album Sales Since His Solo Debut (Hanteo Chart Official)".Hanteo News.August 6, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on September 20, 2020.RetrievedAugust 13,2020.
  72. ^"강다니엘, 데뷔 1년 만에 '밀리언셀러'"[Kang Daniel, 'Million Seller' after 1 year of debut].W Korea(in Korean). August 7, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on August 7, 2020.RetrievedAugust 13,2020.
  73. ^"Digital Chart – Week 32 of 2020".Gaon Chart(in Korean).Archivedfrom the original on November 25, 2016.RetrievedAugust 14,2020.
  74. ^"'음악중심' 강다니엘, '깨워'로 컴백 후 1위 3관왕 "다니티 감사" [★밤TView] "['Music Core' Kang Daniel, three-time 1st place winner after his comeback with 'Who U Are' "Thank you Danity" [★ Night TView]].Star News(in Korean). August 15, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on September 27, 2020.RetrievedAugust 15,2020– viaNaver.
  75. ^"성훈부터 기안84까지...'나 혼자 산다' 100벌 챌린지 참여 #서울패션위크"[From Sung Hoon to Kian84... 'I Live Alone' participate in the 100 pairs challenge #SeoulFashionWeek].Xports News(in Korean). October 21, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on October 31, 2020.RetrievedNovember 29,2020– viaNaver.
  76. ^"강다니엘, 폴메카트니 전속작가와 아트북 제작 [공식]"[Kang Daniel, Paul McCartney's exclusive artist and art book production [Official]].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). October 27, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on November 8, 2020.RetrievedOctober 28,2020– viaNaver.
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  79. ^"'음악중심' 강다니엘, 1위 4관왕 "용기를 준 다니티에 감사" [★밤TView] "['Music Core' Kang Daniel, 1st place 4 crowns "Thanks to Danity for giving me courage" [★ Night TView]].Star News(in Korean). February 27, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on April 25, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 27,2021– viaNaver.
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  83. ^"강다니엘, 변화 옳았다...가온차트 4관왕"[Kang Daniel, the change was right... Gaon Chart 4 Crowns].Ten Asia(in Korean). April 22, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on April 22, 2021.RetrievedApril 22,2021– viaNaver.
  84. ^"'인기가요' 강다니엘 1위·5관왕 "다니티 여러분, 항상 고맙고 사랑해♥" (종합) "['Inkigayo' Kang Daniel 1st place·5 crowns "Danity, thank you and I love you always♥" (Total)].Herald POP(in Korean). April 25, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on April 25, 2021.RetrievedApril 25,2021– viaNaver.
  85. ^"The K-pop megastar talks about his latest release Magenta!".Life Without Andy.August 13, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on April 22, 2021.RetrievedApril 22,2021.
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  87. ^"Kang Daniel joins forces with Loco for upcoming single 'Outerspace'".Bandwagon Asia.May 5, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on May 5, 2021.RetrievedMay 5,2021.
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  90. ^"Kang Daniel to host new Mnet dance competition".Korea JoongAng Daily.July 5, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on July 5, 2021.RetrievedJuly 8,2021.
  91. ^"'스트릿 우먼 파이터' MC로 강다니엘 섭외한 이유 "[The reason Kang Daniel was cast as the MC for 'Street Woman Fighter'].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). August 24, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on August 24, 2021.RetrievedSeptember 19,2021– viaNaver.
  92. ^"MIYAVI releases 'New Gravity', tracklist of upcoming album 'Imaginary' featuring Kang Daniel, Kimbra, Troi Irons – listen".Bandwagon Asia.August 18, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on August 19, 2021.RetrievedAugust 19,2021.
  93. ^"강다니엘→정승환까지..'싸이월드 BGM 2021', 화려한 2차 라인업[공식]"[Kang Daniel → Jung Seung-hwan.. 'Cyworld BGM 2021', splendid 2nd lineup [Official]].Herald POP(in Korean). July 9, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on July 9, 2021.RetrievedJuly 9,2021– viaNaver.
  94. ^"강다니엘X챈슬러, 에픽하이 'Fly' 리메이크 확정..16일 음원 발매(공식)"[Kang Daniel X Chancellor, remake of Epik High's 'Fly' confirmed.. release on the 16th (Official)].Herald POP(in Korean). November 10, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on November 10, 2021.RetrievedNovember 12,2021– viaNaver.
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  97. ^"[단독] 워너원, 'MAMA'서 부른 '뷰티풀 파트3' 음원 발매"[[Exclusive] Wanna One will soon release 'Beautiful Part 3' sound source from 'MAMA'].JTBC(in Korean). January 10, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on May 27, 2023.RetrievedMay 27,2023– viaNaver.
  98. ^"Kang Daniel in talks to make acting debut on Disney+ series".NME.February 2, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on February 4, 2021.RetrievedOctober 8,2021.
  99. ^"K-pop idol Kang Daniel offered lead role in first Disney+ K-drama".ABS-CBN News.February 2, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on February 3, 2021.RetrievedOctober 8,2021.
  100. ^"K-pop star Kang Daniel's first drama to be released on Disney+ next year".The Korea Times.November 2, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on November 1, 2021.RetrievedNovember 2,2021.
  101. ^"'너와 나의 경찰수업' 강다니엘, 야심찬 연기 출사표 성공적! "['Rookie Cops' Kang Daniel, ambitious acting ticket success!].iMBC(in Korean). January 27, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on January 27, 2022.RetrievedJanuary 27,2022– viaNaver.
  102. ^"강다니엘, 첫 연기 도전?...'너와 나의 경찰수업' 긍정 검토 중"[Kang Daniel, your first acting challenge?... 'Rookie Cops' under positive review].SBS News(in Korean). February 1, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on February 1, 2021.RetrievedJanuary 8,2022– viaNaver.
  103. ^"강다니엘, 디즈니+ 첫 Hàn 시리즈 주연의 이유"[Kang Daniel's reason for starring in Disney Plus' first Korean series].Ize(in Korean). January 26, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on January 27, 2022.RetrievedJanuary 27,2022– viaNaver.
  104. ^"강다니엘, '너와 나의 경찰수업' 스페셜 OST 발매" ngày 기타리스트 미야비와 협업 ""[Kang Daniel 'Rookie Cops' Special OST Release "Collaboration with Japanese guitarist Miyavi" ].Xports News(in Korean). March 9, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on March 9, 2022.RetrievedMarch 10,2022– viaNaver.
  105. ^"강다니엘, K팝 솔로 최초 그래미 '프레스플레이' 선정..5월 컴백 예고"[Kang Daniel, the first K-pop solo to be selected for Grammy's 'Press Play'.. Notice for comeback in May].The Financial News(in Korean). April 22, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on April 22, 2022.RetrievedApril 22,2022– viaNaver.
  106. ^"Press Play At Home: Kang Daniel Goes All Out For Jaw-Dropping" Antidote "Performance".Grammy Awards.April 21, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on April 22, 2022.RetrievedApril 22,2022.
  107. ^"강다니엘, 거친 라이더...SF영화급 신곡 트레일러 영상"[Kang Daniel, a rough rider... sci-fi movie-level trailer for new song].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). April 27, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on May 1, 2022.RetrievedMay 1,2022– viaNaver.
  108. ^"Kang Daniel to return with 'The Story' this May".Bandwagon Asia(in Korean). May 2, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on May 2, 2022.RetrievedMay 2,2022.
  109. ^"Digital Chart – Week 22 of 2022".Gaon Chart(in Korean).Archivedfrom the original on June 2, 2022.RetrievedJune 2,2022.
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  112. ^"강다니엘X김연아X아이브 안유진 뭉쳤다..'2022 게토레이 캠페인'"[Kang Daniel X Kim Yuna X Ive's An Yu-jin united.. '2022 Gatorade Campaign'].Star News(in Korean). May 26, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on May 26, 2022.RetrievedMay 26,2022– viaNaver.
  113. ^"김연아·아이브 안유진·강다니엘, 20일 콜라보 음원 '무브 라이크 디스' 발표"[Kim Yuna·Ive's An Yu-jin·Kang Daniel will release their collaboration song 'Move Like This' on the 20th].News1 Korea(in Korean). June 12, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on June 13, 2022.RetrievedJune 13,2022– viaNaver.
  114. ^Kang Daniel's 'First Parade' Concert Tour:
  115. ^"'비더스맨파' 엠비셔스 최종 8인→'스맨파' 8크루 공개...노제 "실력있는 분들" 응원 "[The final 8 members of 'Be the SMF' → 8 crew members of 'SMF' will be released... Noze "skilled people" support].tvReport(in Korean).Naver.July 6, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on July 8, 2022.RetrievedJuly 8,2022.
  116. ^"강다니엘 '스맨파' MC 확정, OST 곡 작사 참여까지"[Kang Daniel confirmed as MC for 'SMF', participated in OST song lyrics].Newsen(in Korean). July 15, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on July 15, 2022.RetrievedJuly 19,2022– viaNaver.
  117. ^"'스맨파' OST 강다니엘 "춤에 진심인 이들에게 위로 됐으면" [주간 OST 인터뷰] "['SMF' OST Kang Daniel "I hope it comforts those who are serious about dancing" [Weekly OST Interview]].E-Daily News(in Korean). September 4, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on September 10, 2022.RetrievedMarch 3,2023– viaNaver.
  118. ^"강다니엘, 워너뮤직재팬과 손잡고 ngày 진출...본격 글로벌 활동 시동"[Kang Daniel joins forces with Warner Music Japan to advance to Japan... Full-scale global activities start].Osen(in Korean). June 1, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on July 27, 2022.RetrievedJuly 27,2022– viaNaver.
  119. ^"' ngày 진출' 강다니엘, 8월 첫 싱글·10월 앨범 발매 "['Advance to Japan' Kang Daniel releases first single in August and album in October].Financial News(in Korean). July 29, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on July 31, 2022.RetrievedJuly 31,2022– viaNaver.
  120. ^"강다니엘, 6개월 만에 컴백! 'The Story' 리패키지 'RETOLD' 24일 발매 [공식]"[Kang Daniel, comeback after 6 months! 'The Story' repackage 'RETOLD' release on the 24th [Official]].Sports Chosun(in Korean). November 7, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on November 24, 2022.RetrievedNovember 24,2022– viaNaver.
  121. ^"ABU TV Song Festival 2022: Announcement of Performers".Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union.November 15, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on November 23, 2022.RetrievedNovember 23,2022.
  122. ^"강다니엘, '술꾼도시여자들2' OST 합류"[Kang Daniel joins 'Work Later, Drink Now 2' OST].Financial News(in Korean). December 5, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on December 5, 2022.RetrievedDecember 5,2022– viaNaver.
  123. ^"[단독] 강다니엘·이홍기→이달의 소녀 츄, '미스터트롯2' 뜬다...심사위원 출격 (종합)"[[Exclusive] Kang Daniel·Lee Hong-ki → Loona's Chuu, 'Mr. Trot 2' is coming up... appearance of the judges (Comprehensive)].Osen(in Korean). November 8, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on November 8, 2022.RetrievedNovember 20,2022– viaNaver.
  124. ^"강다니엘, anh · trung 프로듀서와 신곡 발매...월드투어 기대↑"[Kang Daniel releases a new song with British and Chinese producers... World tour expectations↑].TV Report(in Korean). January 26, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on March 3, 2023.RetrievedMarch 3,2023– viaNaver.
  125. ^"ENHYPEN to Headline Inaugural We Bridge Music Festival & Expo in Las Vegas: Exclusive".Billboard.February 1, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on February 7, 2023.RetrievedFebruary 7,2023.
  126. ^"강다니엘, 6월19일 컴백...영화 뺨치게 웅장한 스케일[공식]"[Kang Daniel, comeback on June 19th... a movie-like grand scale [Official]].Newsen(in Korean). May 26, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on May 27, 2023.RetrievedMay 27,2023– viaNaver.
  127. ^"강다니엘, 일본 '서머소닉 2023' 합류..투어 정점 찍는다[공식]"[Kang Daniel joins Japan's 'Summer Sonic 2023'.. tour peaks [Official]].Star News(in Korean). April 19, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on April 19, 2023.RetrievedApril 19,2023– viaNaver.
  128. ^"Announcing the 5th additional artist & lineup by stage!".Summer Sonic.April 19, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on April 19, 2023.RetrievedApril 19,2023.
  129. ^"[단독]강다니엘 '스우파' 시즌2 MC 확정..3년 연속 발탁"[[Exclusive] Kang Daniel confirmed as 'SWF' season 2 MC.. selected for 3 consecutive years].Star News(in Korean). June 22, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on June 25, 2023.RetrievedJune 25,2023– viaNaver.
  130. ^"Singer Kang Daniel's world tour film to hit theaters worldwide in August".Korea JoongAng Daily.July 26, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on July 26, 2023.RetrievedAugust 10,2023.
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  132. ^Park, So-young (July 25, 2024)."'소속사 폐업' 강다니엘, 대형 레이블 아닌 '자기 사람' 택한 이유 [Oh!쎈 이슈] "[Kang Daniel, whose agency has closed, chose 'his own people' instead of a large label [Oh! Strong Issue]].The Chosun Ilbo(in Korean). Osen.Archivedfrom the original on October 6, 2024.RetrievedOctober 6,2024.
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  135. ^Nation's Center Title:
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  137. ^강다니엘, 진짜가 되어버린 국민센터 '주간지 표지모델'[Kang Daniel, National Center's 'Weekly Chosun magazine cover model' becomes real].SBS Late Night E News(Video) (in Korean). YouTube: SBS Entertainment. November 21, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on July 28, 2020.RetrievedJuly 2,2020.
  138. ^소년에서 아티스트로 성장하는 강다니엘 '남성미·빈틈'[Kang Daniel's 'Masculine Beauty·Gap' growing from a boy to an artist].SBS Late Night E News(Video) (in Korean). YouTube: SBS Entertainment. November 21, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on July 28, 2020.RetrievedJuly 2,2020.
  139. ^"'SNL9' 김준현X정상훈, 아이유병-강다니엘병 환자로 변신 "['SNL9' Kim Jun-hyun X Jung Sang-hoon, IU-Kang Daniel syndrome patient transformation].Sports Chosun(in Korean). September 23, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on May 13, 2021.RetrievedMay 13,2021.
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  141. ^"강다니엘, '평창특별전' 홍보대사 선정" 정상 향한 집념과 인기 때문 ""[Kang Daniel, selected as the ambassador for the 'Pyeongchang Special Exhibition' "Because of his tenacity toward the top and popularity" ].MK Sports(in Korean). February 6, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2020.RetrievedMarch 19,2020– viaNaver.
  142. ^"강다니엘, 부산시 홍보대사 위촉" 고향 위해 뭔가 하고 싶었다 "(공식입장)"[Kang Daniel, appointed as a public relations ambassador for Busan City "I wanted to do something for my hometown" (Official Position)].Newsen(in Korean). July 9, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on November 15, 2019.RetrievedNovember 1,2019– viaNaver.
  143. ^"K-Pop singer, Kang Daniel to be appointed as Honorary Ambassador of Busan".Busan News.July 9, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on July 25, 2020.RetrievedJuly 25,2020.
  144. ^"강다니엘, 국민센터→부산 접수한 승리요정..7월 데뷔 완벽 청신호 [종합]"[Kang Daniel, the national center → Victory Fairy received in Busan.. perfect green light for July debut].Osen(in Korean). July 10, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 13, 2021.RetrievedMay 13,2021– viaNaver.
  145. ^"강다니엘, '제4352주년 개천절 경축식'서 정호승 시인 '봄길' 낭송"[Kang Daniel recited Jeong Ho-seung's poem 'Spring Road' at the '4352nd Anniversary Ceremony of the National Foundation Day'].Xports News(in Korean). October 3, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on October 8, 2020.RetrievedOctober 3,2020– viaNaver.
  146. ^"강다니엘, 개천절 경축식 '봄길' 시낭송→희망+위로 메시지"[Kang Daniel, reciting 'Spring Road' poetry at the National Foundation Day celebration → Hope + Consolation Message].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). October 3, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on October 11, 2020.RetrievedOctober 3,2020– viaNaver.
  147. ^"[스브스타] 컬링 대표팀 선수의 취미는?..." 워너원강다니엘웃는모습보기 ""[[Substar] What is the hobby of the curling national team player?... "Watching Wanna One Kang Daniel's smile" ].SBS News(in Korean). February 19, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on October 8, 2020.RetrievedAugust 26,2020– viaNaver.
  148. ^"'태권도 은메달' 이다빈, 강다니엘 축하에 "진짜 대박" 감격 [스타IN★] "['Taekwondo Silver Medal' Lee Da-bin, touched by Kang Daniel's congratulations "Really awesome" [StarIN★]].Star News(in Korean). July 30, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on July 30, 2021.RetrievedAugust 14,2021– viaNaver.
  149. ^"'복면가왕' 천칭자리=현정화 "강다니엘 팬..고기 사드리겠다" [별별TV] "['King of Mask Singer' Libra=Hyun Jung-hwa "Kang Daniel's fan.. I'll buy you meat" [Star TV]].Star News(in Korean). April 19, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on October 8, 2020.RetrievedAugust 26,2020– viaNaver.
  150. ^"[투데이TV]'연중라이브' 강다니엘, 특별한 게릴라 데이트..현정화 찐팬 등장"[[Today TV] 'Year-round Live' Kang Daniel, a special gureilla date.. real fan Hyun Jung-hwa appears].Herald POP(in Korean). April 16, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on April 16, 2021.RetrievedAugust 14,2021– viaNaver.
  151. ^"바버렛츠" 신곡 '슈', 워너원 강다니엘 생각하며 쓴 곡 ""[Barberettes "The new song 'SHOO', written in thought of Wanna One Kang Daniel" ].Osen(in Korean). July 5, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on July 24, 2018.RetrievedAugust 26,2020– viaNaver.
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  157. ^"강다니엘, 기네스북 올랐다...개인 SNS 최단 100만 팔로워 '신기록'"[Kang Daniel, climbed the Guinness Book of Records... personal SNS fastest 1 million followers 'New Record'].Osen(in Korean). January 4, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 16, 2020.RetrievedApril 18,2019– viaNaver.
  158. ^"강다니엘, 팬카페 회원수 10만 명 돌파...역대 아이돌 최단 기간"[Kang Daniel, surpasses 100,000 fancafe members... the shortest period of all idols].Herald POP(in Korean). January 23, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on July 1, 2020.RetrievedJuly 1,2020– viaNaver.
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  170. ^"[창간15년]방탄소년단·봉준호, 전세계가 주목했다...2019 연예계 파워피플"[[15th Year of Establishment] BTS·Bong Joon-ho, the whole world paid attention... 2019 Entertainment Power People].JoyNews24(in Korean). November 3, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on November 7, 2019.RetrievedAugust 26,2020.
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  172. ^"강다니엘, 157주째 아이돌차트 평점랭킹 1위 '독주'[공식]"[Kang Daniel, 157th week at No. 1 on Idol Chart ranking 'Solo' [Official]].Star News(in Korean). March 27, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on March 27, 2021.RetrievedApril 5,2021– viaNaver.
  173. ^"'안녕 다니엘' 강다니엘의 위력, '살아보고 싶다면 포틀랜드' 증쇄 "['Hello Daniel' Kang Daniel's power, 'If You Want to Live in Portland' reprinted].Xports News(in Korean). March 7, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on July 1, 2020.RetrievedJuly 1,2020– viaNaver.
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  176. ^"Cafe De KONNECT 오픈 기념 이벤트‼️"[Cafe De KONNECT Open Commemorative Event‼️].Instagram(in Korean).
  177. ^"[TEN 이슈] 강다니엘X다니티 '독자앱' 구축으로 특별한 소통"[[TEN Issue] Kang Daniel X Danity 'Reader App' for special communication].Ten Asia(in Korean). April 8, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on April 13, 2021.RetrievedApril 24,2021– viaNaver.
  178. ^"SuperStar KANGDANIEL".SuperStar KANGDANIEL(in Korean). April 7, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on April 8, 2021.RetrievedApril 24,2021.
  179. ^"'강다니엘 소속사' 커넥트, CL과 파트너십 체결 [공식] "['Kang Daniel's agency' Konnect, partnership with CL [Official]].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). July 10, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on July 10, 2021.RetrievedJuly 12,2021– viaNaver.
  180. ^"게임으로 즐기는 강다니엘, 본격 서비스 시작...카드 수집 가능"[Kang Daniel, who enjoys games, begins full-fledged service... card collectibles].Star News(in Korean). September 21, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on November 24, 2022.RetrievedNovember 24,2022– viaNaver.
  181. ^Konnect Entertainment's Lineup:
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  183. ^"씽크네이처, 워너원 '강다니엘' 모델로 발탁"[Think Nature, Wanna One 'Kang Daniel' selected as a model].Maeil Broadcasting Network(in Korean). September 19, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on October 3, 2019.RetrievedOctober 2,2019– viaNaver.
  184. ^"씽크네이처 온라인몰 매출액 728% 상승...최고 매출 올려"[Think Nature online mall sales increased by 728%... top sales figures].Sports Khan(in Korean). November 16, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on July 25, 2020.RetrievedJuly 24,2020– viaNaver.
  185. ^"'대세 of 대세' 강다니엘, 더스프링홈 단독 모델 발탁 "['The Trend of the Trend' Kang Daniel, selected as the exclusive model for The Spring Home].Osen(in Korean). November 18, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on July 24, 2018.RetrievedOctober 2,2019– viaNaver.
  186. ^"[스타톡톡]" 상상초월 강다니엘 효과 "..모델 제품 10분만에 2천만원 매출"[[Star Tok Tok] "Kang Daniel's effect beyond imagination".. model product sales of 20 million won in 10 minutes].Osen(in Korean). December 15, 2017.Archivedfrom the original on July 25, 2020.RetrievedJuly 24,2020– viaNaver.
  187. ^ab""대체불가 매력"..강다니엘,패션브랜드메인모델(화보) "[ "Irreplaceable charm".. Kang Daniel, fashion brand main model (Pictorial)].Herald POP(in Korean). January 23, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on December 21, 2019.RetrievedOctober 2,2019– viaNaver.
  188. ^"워너원 강다니엘, 단독으로 맥주 CF 찍는다..." 영광스럽게 생각 ""[Wanna One Kang Daniel, taking a beer CF alone... "I'm honored" ].Sports Khan(in Korean). March 30, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on October 3, 2019.RetrievedOctober 2,2019– viaNaver.
  189. ^"[Oh!쎈 컷] 강다니엘, 광고계도 접수..달콤 눈웃음 '치명적 남친 mỹ '"[[Oh! Strong Cut] Kang Daniel, takes over advertising.. sweet eye smile 'Fatal Boyfriend Beauty'].Osen(in Korean). April 24, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on October 3, 2019.RetrievedOctober 2,2019– viaNaver.
  190. ^"워너원 강다니엘, 여전한 대세 행보...이번엔 아이웨어 모델 발탁"[Wanna One Kang Daniel, the current trend... selected as an eyewear model this time].Osen(in Korean). August 2, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on October 3, 2019.RetrievedOctober 2,2019– viaNaver.
  191. ^"[단독] 강다니엘, KT 광고 모델 발탁...솔로 앨범 발매 후 열일하는 강대표님"[[Exclusive] Kang Daniel selected as a KT ad model... CEO Kang working hard after the release of a solo album].Top Star News(in Korean). July 30, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on August 14, 2019.RetrievedOctober 2,2019.
  192. ^"갤럭시노트10 첫날 개통 22만대...'컬러 마케팅' 통했다"[Galaxy Note 10 first day opening 220,000 units... 'color marketing' worked].Media Pen(in Korean). August 21, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on December 20, 2019.RetrievedFebruary 16,2020.
  193. ^"갤노트10 컬러마케팅 통했다...레드KT여성고객40%대로늘어"[Galaxy Note 10 color marketing worked... Red KT female customers increase to 40%].Yonhap News Agency(in Korean). August 28, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on February 16, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 16,2020– viaNaver.
  194. ^"강다니엘, 멕시카나 치킨 전속 모델 발탁"[Kang Daniel selected as exclusive model for Mexicana Chicken].Yonhap News Agency(in Korean). August 22, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 11, 2021.RetrievedMay 11,2021– viaNaver.
  195. ^"강다니엘, 지방시 뷰티 브랜드 공식 모델 발탁..." 당당+세련 ""[Kang Daniel, Givenchy Beauty brand official model selection... "Confident + Sophisticated" ].Maeil Business Newspaper(in Korean). September 18, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on December 21, 2019.RetrievedOctober 2,2019– viaNaver.
  196. ^"써브웨이, 신제품 시그니처랩 모델로 '강다니엘' 발탁"[Subway selected 'Kang Daniel' as a new signature wrap model].Digital Times(in Korean). September 28, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 11, 2021.RetrievedMay 11,2021– via Daum.
  197. ^ab"강다니엘, 5일 부산 뜬다...'구름 관객 예상'"[Kang Daniel, Busan on the 5th... 'Cloud Audience Expected'].Maeil Business Newspaper(in Korean). October 2, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020– viaNaver.
  198. ^"강다니엘, 슈트핏 속 압도적인 기럭지 [화보]"[Kang Daniel, overwhelming length in suit fit [Pictorial]].Xports News(in Korean). October 16, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 11, 2021.RetrievedMay 11,2021– viaNaver.
  199. ^"K-Pop Star Kang Daniel Named Puma Korea's Newest Brand Ambassador".Footwear News.January 2, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on January 2, 2020.RetrievedJanuary 16,2020.
  200. ^"푸마, 강다니엘과 첫 협업 슈즈 'RS-X 큐브' 출시"[PUMA, launches the first collaboration shoe 'RS-X Cube' with Kang Daniel].MTN News(in Korean). January 16, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on May 12, 2021.RetrievedMay 11,2021– viaNaver.
  201. ^"[임효진 기자의 입덕일지] 왜 강다니엘인가"[[Reporter Lim Hyo-jin's opinion] Why Kang Daniel].Seoul Shinmun(in Korean). February 16, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on May 11, 2021.RetrievedMay 11,2021– viaNaver.
  202. ^"강다니엘,어피치와공식콜라보?...카카오프렌즈티저공개"[Kang Daniel, official collaboration with Apeach?... Kakao Friends teaser released].Xports News(in Korean). January 31, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on February 3, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 3,2020– viaNaver.
  203. ^"카카오프렌즈, '어피치 강다니엘 에디션' 글로벌 출시"[Kakao Friends launches 'Apeach Kang Daniel Edition' globally].Segye Ilbo(in Korean). February 5, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on May 11, 2021.RetrievedMay 11,2021– viaNaver.
  204. ^"'강다니엘 어피치' 음료·마카롱 출시... "녜리실 문 없습니다""['Kang Daniel Apeach' Beverages·Macaroons released... "There is no exit door" ].Xports News(in Korean). February 19, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on May 11, 2021.RetrievedMay 11,2021– viaNaver.
  205. ^"강다니엘, 직접 참여한 운동화 화보..." 역시 팬잘알 ""[Kang Daniel, a sneaker pictorial that he directly participated in... "As expected, knows his fans well" ].Money Today(in Korean). August 6, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on October 8, 2020.RetrievedAugust 6,2020– viaNaver.
  206. ^"강다니엘, 푸마와 두번째 협업...데일리 운동화 'RS 2.0' 출시"[Kang Daniel, second collaboration with Puma... Daily sneaker 'RS 2.0' released].Dispatch(in Korean). August 6, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on May 11, 2021.RetrievedAugust 13,2020– viaNaver.
  207. ^"강다니엘, 화장품 브랜드 모델 발탁" 선한영향력과 부합 ""[Kang Daniel, selected as a cosmetic brand model "consistent with good influence" ].Newsen(in Korean). August 21, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on October 8, 2020.RetrievedAugust 24,2020– viaNaver.
  208. ^"강다니엘, 지방시 뷰티 모델 '재계약'[공식]"[Kang Daniel, Givenchy Beauty's model 'renewal' [Official]].Ilgan Sports(in Korean). December 28, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on December 28, 2020.RetrievedDecember 28,2020– viaNaver.
  209. ^"강다니엘, 글로벌 뷰티 브랜드 메르넬 앰버서더 발탁"[Kang Daniel selected as brand ambassador for global beauty brand Mernel].E-Daily News(in Korean). January 1, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on January 1, 2021.RetrievedJanuary 1,2021– viaNaver.
  210. ^"뷰티브랜드 '메르넬'," 굿즈 3일 만에 완판, 강다니엘 파워 실감해 ""[Beauty brand 'Mernel', "Goods sold out in 3 days, I realize Kang Daniel's power" ].Xports News(in Korean). January 9, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on January 9, 2021.RetrievedJanuary 11,2021– viaNaver.
  211. ^"카카오톡에서 멕시카나치킨 선물하고 '강다니엘 NEW 포토카드' 받으세요!"[Gift Mexicana Chicken from KakaoTalk and get 'Kang Daniel's NEW Photo Card!'].Money Today(in Korean). January 9, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on May 11, 2021.RetrievedMay 11,2021– viaNaver.
  212. ^"강다니엘, 지방시 뷰티 향수 모델 발탁..거침 없는 대세 행보"[Kang Daniel, selected as Givenchy Beauty's perfume model.. unstoppable trend].Star News(in Korean). January 29, 2021.Archivedfrom the original on November 12, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 5,2021– viaNaver.
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  215. ^"The season's hottest collab? Kang Daniel x Spongebob".Scout Magazine.June 23, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on June 23, 2022.RetrievedJune 23,2022.
  216. ^"강다니엘, 스폰지밥과 글로벌 프로젝트..K팝 최초"[Kang Daniel, SpongeBob and Global Project.. K-pop First].Star News(in Korean). June 23, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on June 23, 2022.RetrievedJune 23,2022– viaNaver.
  217. ^"CNCO, 뷰티 브랜드 '더보이보이' 론칭...'강다니엘·김영대·장민호' 3인 모델 공개"[CNCO launches beauty brand 'The BoiBoy'... 3 models 'Kang Daniel·Kim Young-dae·Jang Minho' unveiled].Star Daily News(in Korean). August 6, 2022.Archivedfrom the original on October 2, 2022.RetrievedOctober 2,2022.
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  219. ^"이랜드 '스파오', 강다니엘 모델 발탁"[E-Land's 'Spao', Kang Daniel selected as model].Newsis(in Korean). March 24, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on March 26, 2023.RetrievedMarch 26,2023– viaNaver.
  220. ^"지금 광고계는 훈남 열풍...2018 몸값 1위는?"[Now the advertising industry is the hottest... who is number 1 in 2018 payment?].Maeil Business Newspaper(in Korean). April 15, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020– viaNaver.
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  223. ^"강다니엘,LAP전속모델되다...패셔니스타면모과시"[Kang Daniel becomes an exclusive model for LAP... showing off the face of a fashionista].SBS Biz(in Korean). January 23, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020– viaNaver.
  224. ^"K팝 콘서트에 ngày 7만명'들썩'"[70,000 people at a K-pop concert on a day].Maeil Business Newspaper(in Korean). April 15, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on October 27, 2018.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020– viaNaver.
  225. ^"[단독] 강다니엘, 샤넬 파인쥬얼리 뮤즈 발탁"[[Exclusive] Kang Daniel, selected as Chanel Fine Jewelry muse].Korea Sports Economy(in Korean). June 17, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on July 28, 2019.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020– via Sporbiz.
  226. ^""강다니엘 is 뭔들"...워너원 강다니엘, 미소에 반하다 [화보] "[ "Kang Daniel is everything"... Wanna One Kang Daniel, falling in love with a smile [Pictorial]].Sports Chosun(in Korean). June 15, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020– viaNaver.
  227. ^"강다니엘의 빛나는 초상"[Kang Daniel's Shining Portrait].Elle Korea(in Korean). March 30, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on February 23, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020.
  228. ^"Kang Daniel fronts Louis Vuitton campaign".Kpop Herald.April 10, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on April 11, 2019.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020.
  229. ^"전 세계 최초로 한국에서 오픈하는 트위스트 백 팝업 스토어"[The world's first twist bag pop-up store to open in Korea].Louis Vuitton Korea(in Korean). March 25, 2019. Archived fromthe originalon February 23, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020.
  230. ^"Why the September Issue is so important in magazines - and Vogue in particular".Irish Independent.July 29, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on February 23, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020.
  231. ^"강다니엘, 여전히 뜨거운 인기..잡지 커버 장식→예약판매 완판[화보]"[Kang Daniel, still hot and popular.. magazine cover decoration → sold out by pre-order [Pictorial]].Osen(in Korean). August 15, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020– viaNaver.
  232. ^""매거진도 파워 실감"...강다니엘, 음악과 미래 향한 고백 [화보] "[ "The magazine also feels the power"... Kang Daniel, music and confessions for the future [Pictorial]].Xports News(in Korean). August 16, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020– viaNaver.
  233. ^"강다니엘" 믿고 기다려준 팬분들에게 감사 "사랑스러운 멍뭉미 매력 [화보]"[Kang Daniel "Thanks to the fans who trusted and waited for me" Lovely puppy charm [Pictorial]].Herald POP(in Korean). October 21, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2021.RetrievedFebruary 23,2020– viaNaver.
  234. ^BAPE Japan (September 7, 2023)."BAPE® is thrilled to see Kang Daniel enjoying his runway debut and the celebrative moments at A BATHING APE® SPRING/SUMMER 2024 RUNWAY SHOW by R."Instagram(in Korean).Archivedfrom the original on September 11, 2023.RetrievedSeptember 11,2023.
  235. ^"Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo".Rakuten(in Japanese). August 31, 2023.Archivedfrom the original on October 2, 2023.RetrievedOctober 2,2023.
  236. ^""선한 영향력" 강다니엘, 아이스버킷챌린지→팬들 기부동참으로 서버마비[종합] "[ "Good Influence" Kang Daniel, Ice Bucket Challenge → server paralyzed with fans' donations [General]].Osen(in Korean). June 13, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on December 22, 2019.RetrievedDecember 21,2019– viaNaver.
  237. ^"강다니엘 아이스버킷 동참 후" 천 건에 가까운 후원 이어져 ""[After Kang Daniel joined the Ice Bucket "close to a thousand sponsorships continued" ].KBS News(in Korean). June 14, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2020.RetrievedMay 10,2021– viaNaver.
  238. ^"[단독] 조세현" 정우성·강다니엘, 가장 선한 영향력 가진 2인 "(인터뷰)"[[Exclusive] Cho Sei-hon "Jung Woo-sung·Kang Daniel, the two most influential people" (Interview)].E-Daily(in Korean). November 13, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2020.RetrievedDecember 21,2019– viaNaver.
  239. ^"[Y터뷰②]조세현 작가" 강다니엘과 촬영한 아기, 입양 결정돼 기뻐 ""[[Y-Turview②] Artist Cho Sei-hon "The baby filmed with Kang Daniel, I am happy to be adopted" ].YTN Star(in Korean). November 24, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2020.RetrievedDecember 21,2019– viaNaver.
  240. ^"워너원 강다니엘, 생일 맞아 1210만원 기부"[Wanna One Kang Daniel, donated 12.1 million won for birthday].Maeil Business Newspaper(in Korean). December 10, 2018.Archivedfrom the original on May 10, 2020.RetrievedDecember 21,2019– viaNaver.
  241. ^"팬덤 기부 행렬에 강다니엘도 3000만원 '화답'...산불 성금 총 150억"[Kang Daniel also gave 30 million won in 'response' to the fandom donation procession... A total of 15 billion won for wildfire donations].JoongAng Ilbo(in Korean). April 9, 2019. Archived fromthe originalon December 22, 2019.RetrievedDecember 21,2019– viaNaver.
  242. ^"강원 산불 한 달 만에 성금 470억 모금"[Raised 47 billion won in a month after a wildfire in Gangwon-do].Kukmin Ilbo(in Korean). May 2, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on June 20, 2021.RetrievedDecember 21,2019– viaNaver.
  243. ^"[이슈] 강다니엘과 다니티가 만드는 '선한 영향력'"[[Issue] Kang Daniel and Danity's 'Good Influence'].Sports World(in Korean). December 10, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on July 3, 2020.RetrievedJuly 2,2020– viaNaver.
  244. ^"강다니엘, 다니티 이름으로 청각장애 사회복지단체에 3000만 원 기부"[Kang Daniel, donated 30 million won to a hearing impaired social welfare organization under the name of Danity].Ten Asia(in Korean). December 24, 2019.Archivedfrom the original on December 24, 2019.RetrievedDecember 24,2019– viaNaver.
  245. ^"[단독]강다니엘, 코로나19 확산 방지 5000만원 기부 동참"[[Exclusive] Kang Daniel participates in donating 50 million won to prevent the spread of Covid-19].Star News(in Korean). February 28, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on February 28, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 28,2020– viaNaver.
  246. ^"강다니엘 기부, 코로나19 확산 방지 위해 5000만원 기부 [공식입장]"[Donation of Kang Daniel, donating 50 million won to prevent the spread of Covid-19 [Official Position]].Sports Dong-A(in Korean). February 28, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on February 28, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 28,2020– viaNaver.
  247. ^"강다니엘, 청각장애 아동에게 소리 선물"[Kang Daniel, presents sound to children with hearing impairments].Sports Seoul(in Korean). April 20, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on February 10, 2021.RetrievedApril 20,2020– viaNaver.
  248. ^"강다니엘+팬들, 9900만원 기부→청각장애 아동 10인에 소리 선물(공식)"[Kang Daniel + Fans, 99 million won donation → Sound gift for 10 children with hearing impairments (Official)].Newsen(in Korean). April 20, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on April 21, 2020.RetrievedApril 20,2020– viaNaver.
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