Choi Minho (born December 9, 1991), mononymously known as MINHO, is a South Korean rapper, vocalist, dancer, model, host, and actor. He is most famous as a member of contemporary pop group SHINee, managed by SM Entertainment. His father, Choi Yun-Gyeom, is a well-known South Korean soccer coach. Before debuting with SHINee, Minho modeled for Ha Sang Baek's Seoul Collection F/W 08-09 in March. In 2008 he was the 3rd Youth International Video Festival "the aura" Goodwill Ambassador with SHINee co-member, Key.