Los Angeles: K-pop boy group Seventeen and girl group BLACKPINK's Lisa and Rose are included on Gold House's 2025 A100 list, which honors the most impactful Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States for the year. The annual list, announced by the U.S.-based nonprofit Gold House, celebrates 100 figures who have made significant cultural and societal impact in the country.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Gold House described Seventeen as a "K-pop icon," acknowledging the group's rise to prominence in the global music scene since their debut in May 2015. The organization highlighted their unique in-house creative ecosystem, which is based on the collaboration of hip-hop, vocal, and performance units. As Seventeen marks their 10th anniversary, they continue to reinvent themselves, showcasing ambition and an expanding musical range.
Lisa was recognized for her achievements with BLACKPINK and as a solo artist. Her singles 'Lalisa' and 'Money' have reached the top 10 of the Billboard Global 200. Rose was also acknowledged for her success as a soloist with her debut album "rosie" and the track "APT." with Bruno Mars, setting records on the Billboard charts.
Other Korean figures on the list include Nobel Prize-winning author Han Kang, professional gamer Faker (Lee Sang-hyeok), actors Lee Byung-hun and Lee Jung-jae, and director Hwang Dong-hyuk of "Squid Game." Additionally, girl group aespa was noted on the New Gold list for emerging leaders in the Asia-Pacific region.