Nicholas (SMTR25) Profile and Facts:
Nicholas (니콜라스), is a South Korean trainee under SM Entertainment. He was introduced to the public as a trainee under the SMTR25 program on April 1, 2025.
Stage Name: Nicholas (니콜라스)
Birth Name: Nicholas Lee
Korean Name: Lee Hak-rae (이학래)
Chinese Name: Li Helai (李鹤来)
Birthday: December 27, 2004
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Monkey (wood)
Height: N/A
Weight: N/A
Blood Type: N/A
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean-American (dual citizenship)
Nicholas Facts:
– He was born in California, USA, but grew up in Seoul, South Korea.
– He has an older brother.
– The character 鹤 in his Chinese name means “crane,” a bird that symbolizes nobility, longevity, and grace in Chinese culture, while 来 literally means “to come” or “arrival,” often implying the arrival of something hopeful or auspicious. When put together, the name Li Helai (李鹤来) implies the arrival of someone pure, elegant, or blessed; a bringer of hope or honor.
– His aunt is a Creative Director at Shinsegae. Her name is Lee Bo-young (이보영).
– He studied at Soongeui Elementary School before continuing his middle and high school education at Dulwich College Seoul.
– On October 22, 2024, he was featured in THE CULTURE – SM ENTERTAINMENT 30th Anniversary Brand Film alongside fellow SMTR25 member Hamin.
– Fans nicknamed him Chio before his name was made public.
– He was the first member of the batch to be revealed as a public trainee under the SMTR25 program in April 2025.
– His fan-assigned emoji is 🐺.
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