<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-weight: inherit; letter-spacing: 0px;">In honor of his L'OFFICIEL cover, get to know Chinese-born K-pop idol Jackson Wang.

<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/music/jackson-wang-interview-magic-man-2-album" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jackson Wang</a> is celebrating a career-defining summer. For the July/August 2025 issue of L&rsquo;OFFICIEL, the global superstar fronts an unprecedented 10 international covers, a testament to his cross-cultural influence and status as one of music and fashion&rsquo;s most dynamic forces. The multi-cover moment coincides with the release of MAGIC MAN 2, the highly anticipated follow-up to his 2022 solo album that first showcased his raw, cinematic approach to storytelling through sound.
Known for seamlessly moving between stages and runways, Wang has carved out a singular space in global pop culture&mdash;as a solo artist, performer, designer, and founder of his own creative collective, Team Wang. With <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/music/jackson-wang-interview-magic-man-2-album" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MAGIC MAN 2</a>, he continues the narrative he began three years ago, diving deeper into themes of identity, reinvention, and artistic freedom. His L&rsquo;OFFICIEL covers reflect this evolution: each edition offering a different perspective on Wang&rsquo;s persona, from polished fashion icon to boundary-pushing musician, echoing the versatility that has made him an international phenomenon.
Keep scrolling to learn more about Jackson Wang.&nbsp;

<h2>He's a Louis Vuitton Brand Ambassador</h2>

Jackson Wang. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

Jackson Wang, HoYeon Jung, and Chloë Moretz. Photo courtesy of Louis Vuitton.

Luxury fashion house <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/louis-vuitton-pre-fall-2024-collection" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Louis Vuitton</a> appointed Jackson Wang as one of its brand ambassadors. While exciting, the news was not particularly surprising to loyal fans, given that Wang had undeniably established himself as a fashion icon both on and off the stage. With his effortless blend of streetwear and high fashion, Jackson Wang's sartorial choices have consistently turned heads and set trends. Since then, the K-pop idol has been a front-row fixture at many of the Maison's runway shows and has played a pivotal role in several campaigns.

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Good news, certified K-pop fans: Wang currently appears to be single. Though not much is known about Jackson Wang's dating life, like many K-pop idols, the last time Wang was rumored to be dating anyone was in February 2022, when South Korean singer Yuqi was seen leaving his apartment. However, his management company, RYCE Entertainment, quickly <a href="https://www.koreaboo.com/news/got7-jackson-yuqi-gidle-dating-official-statement/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">denied dating rumors</a>, stating that the two were simply friends. "It's common and normal for friends to gather at Wang's home," Wang's team noted.&nbsp;

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Coming from an athletic family, Wang began pursuing the sport of <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/men/miles-chamley-watson-fencer-equinox-campaign" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fencing</a> since he was 10 years old. Training alongside his father, a gold medalist in fencing, Wang Ruji, allowed him to prepare and become a Junior <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/politics-culture/simone-biles-national-champion-triple-double-usa-gymnastics-2019" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Olympic-level </a>saber fencer at only 16 years old.&nbsp;In 2011, Wang was offered a sports scholarship from Stanford University, which he&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/pop-culture/jackson-wang-k-pop-age-olympics-fencing-got7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">turned down to pursue a musical career</a> as his true passion lay within the stage.&nbsp;

In July 2020, Wang launched his brand <a href="https://teamwangdesign.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Team Wang Design</a>, a lifestyle and streetwear apparel line that was three years in the making. Featuring minimalist and sport-inspired pieces, the star's collection goes beyond typical celebrity <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/music/jackson-wang-merch-team-wang-k-pop" target="_blank" rel="noopener">merch</a> with exclusive drops and specially designed pieces.

Wang&rsquo;s single &ldquo;100 Ways&rdquo; became the first song by a<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/music/kpop-rap-cl-style-fashion" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;K-pop </a>solo artist to rank amongst Mediabase&rsquo;s U.S. Top 40 chart. The song, co-written by Jackson himself, shows off his infectious pop style. The music video depicts an ancient Chinese love story as an ode to his love for China.&nbsp;
Most recently, Jackson Wang's recent album, MAGIC MAN 2, has achieved significant success, with its first single, "High Alone," debuting at #1 on Apple Music in 22 countries.&nbsp;The album itself debuted at #13 on the&nbsp;Billboard 200.&nbsp;

In addition to his music career, Wang is no stranger to the screen. Like many K-pop idols, his career began with appearances on Korean variety shows. In 2015, he also became the host of the Chinese cooking show Go Fridge,&nbsp;and the following year became MC of&nbsp;Fresh Sunday, another Chinese TV show. In total, he's appeared on 18 different TV shows in China and South Korea.

<h2>He Loves to Interact with His Fans</h2>

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Wang is known for defying the traditional norm that forbids<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/who-is-jennie-kim-k-pop-blackpink-chanel" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> K-pop artists</a> from having personal <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jacksonwang852g7/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a> accounts, as he often takes over the platform to directly interact with his 33.3 million followers. He has expressed that he enjoys making Instagram live videos and posts interactive stories to feel closer and more connected with his fans.

<h2>He Made a Song with Galantis Without Meeting in Person</h2>

In September 2020, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/beauty/easy-k-beauty-tips-korean-skincare-secrets" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wang</a> collaborated with the <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/scandi-fashion-tktk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Swedish </a>musical duo Galantis without ever meeting in person due to COVID-19 restrictions. In only two weeks, the music video for their song &ldquo;Pretty Please&rdquo; hit 42.5 million views on YouTube.&nbsp;

The Got7 member is a polyglot, speaking in Cantonese, Mandarin, Korean, English, and a bit of French. His Cantonese comes from his Hong Kong roots, and although he is not a Mandarin native speaker, Wang is fluent in the language as well as in Korean and English.&nbsp;

Although a major star in the K-pop realm, Wang is outspoken about his Hong Kong roots. The number 852 is included in his social media handles and indicates Hong Kong's area code. He also has taken inspiration from classic Hong Kong cinema for his music videos, like "Pretty Please" and "<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/music/jackson-wang-got7-new-lmly-music-video" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LMLY</a>."

10 Facts to Know About K-Pop Star Jackson Wang

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