Another year has passed and another year that we’ve all grown older. It just seems like yesterday when we were introduced to the stoic, blunt member seven years ago. That’s right. Before the ice princess, Elsa of “Frozen”, there was the ice princess, Jessica of Girls’ Generation. Just like how Elsa “let it go” and changed into the wild and free princess, we also saw a change in Jessica in the past seven years. But what exactly lies underneath that icy cold exterior?
From the beginning, Jessica introduced herself to the public as “Ice Princess Jessica”.
That image has stuck with Jessica since her infamous incident on TV, where she was captured with a stoic face staring off into space. Her replies are also straight to the point, such as telling fans to go play by themselves, ordering them to learn English, or even picking her hated cucumbers over fans! But we all know this is her way of joking. In various interviews, Jessica herself has stated that her blunt replies and unfriendly looks have given her the ice cold image, but she really is quite the opposite. Let’s dive a little deeper to see the other side of Jessica.
Jessica commands her fans to learn English.
Over the years, Jessica has shown more and more of her caring side. Peeling away the top layer, we can see that she is quite protective towards her members. While a lot of fans comment on other members’ support, Jessica takes a more subtle approach in supporting her members and you can see it if you pay attention. Jessica may do things such as saying the media has new meat to prey on in “Radio Star”, i.e. Yoona’s and Sooyoung’s dating, to tease them; however, she tries very hard to defend them and support them when the MCs drill Girls’ Generation about dating. Other times, she makes a small comment on how admirable other members are in supporting the group either by playing mediator or keeping their cool. She cares deeply about their well-being and happiness.
Seohyun feeling the love from Jessica.
She also has shown that same love and care towards her precious younger sister, Krystal. Whenever f(x) releases a new song and performs on various music stages, Jessica will be there backstage for support. Jessica even supported Krystal when the younger sister was on “Kiss & Cry,” the idol skating variety show. The love and care that she shows towards Krystal just pours out when she kisses her on the cheek after congratulating Krystal for making it to the next round. Even the “friendly” banter between them during magazine interviews and on Jessica’s personal Weibo shows the softer side of Jessica.
Speaking of Weibo, Jessica opened hers less than a year ago, in June of 2013. While she did not explicitly state why she opened Weibo, it is obvious that she did so in order to communicate with SONEs more easily. She held unofficial and informal Q&A sessions periodically, and her comments towards SONEs have also softened; gradually, Jessica seems to have opened up with her own feelings. Her comment below speaks for itself:
Jessica: I am blessed because of the good people in my life, including my faithful fans that accept everything about me. Thank you for all your support, many hugs!
But not everything has changed. She is still the same, the same old Jessica that we know from seven years ago; still always sleepy, still disliking cucumbers, and still never running.
Jessica: 난진짜..일찍 일어나는게…세상에서..제…일….시…..러 (Translation: I really hate..waking up early…the most..in…the…entire….world)
Jessica: 오이는 몸에 해로워
(Cucumbers are harmful to [my] body)
Jessica: 난 백만년만에 런닝머신에서 걷고잇음.. 뛰진못하고 걸어여..ㅋㅋㅋ
(After a million years, I’m walking on the treadmill.. I can’t run, so I’m walking.. kekeke)
Going past the surface, we see a much deeper and thoughtful side of Jessica; she is truly a kind and sensitive soul. Yet, her quirks will always be there to make us smile. In the end, Princess Jessica remains as adorable as ever.
We wish you a happy 26th birthday!!
Sources: Jessica’s Weibo, Vogue Magazine, Woorissica, [email protected], [email protected]
Written by: arghninja@soshified
Contributor: ch0sshi@soshified
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My Ice Princess! I can’t believe she’s already 26!!! Whaaattt??? They’re not the 18-19 year olds who just debuted with ITNW. They’re all growing up into ladies that SONES will love forever and ever. Lol, I’m speaking like I’m older than them. Hahaha, but that’s all of us…so.. hahaha! Anyways, I know she wants us to be praying for the South Korea ship that had just sunken but I wanted to take time and also wish her a ‘Happy Birthday’ as well. So, HAPPY BIRTHDAY JUNG SOOYEON!!! And I hope this year will be a great one for you and all of the girls as well. :D
Happy birthday, Sica!
And it’s almost as much fun for us when you keep us guessing as it is for you! XDDD
Someday you will be as old as I am, so make many happy memories and avoid things which would make bad ones.
Keith (age 56)
The World’s Oldest SONE
“Ice Princess” ……. I totally fell for it at first. I watched Hello Baby, GGTS & believed it. I was sooo wrong, I soon discovered. I don’t know of many people/idols that are so supportive, loving, caring of others.
Jung sisters are both so lucky to have such a relationship. Jessica I wish you all health & happiness !!!!! Happy Birthday ! I love you !
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Happy Birthday Jessica ~♥ wish u all d’Best from d’Best….
Happy Birthday to the beautiful Ice Princess Jessica!!! xD
When I’m learning to know more about you, sometimes you can be funny as well ~ XP
You really really are cute, sweet, caring and a wonderful person ^ 3 ^
Wishing you able to keep on doing the things you love ~ x)
Stay healthy, happy and may all your wishes come true! ^ O ^
Saranghae, Jessica ~ ^^
Happy birthday, our precious burning ice princess!
Your inward subtle and caring character has always been imprinted in our memories despite of your icy cold and blunt outward image. Do not be afraid of showing your affectionate side.
God bless you with numerous beautiful things and moments with your 8 SNSD sisters in the upcoming year!
Happy bdae ice princess…..No word to say, just hope for the best of your life honey, I Loveee youuuu *kisslovenhugfromINA :* :* :*
^_^”BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY JESSICA^_^”
Happy 26th Birthday Noona!!!At first i didnt get to know GG much as previously i wasnt that interested,but after hearing snsd sing ,dance and do acting on shows Live and broadcasted in tv shows and drama,i realised that Jessica noona,you are wonderful as you said that you were the ice princess..at first i didnt believe that you were until you really portrait yourself as one,plus when you act as the ice princess,i really can feel the direct spike and felt that ‘icy’ talk,It feels so good seeing you dance and act and CF and etc..Thats why i became a full SONE,its to get to know you more and more,Love you Forever noona!!
May God Bless you in everywhere you go and be safe where ever you go,i feel so honoured to be a sone and i will forever support GG no matter what happens!!
Forever SNSD!!
Happy birthday, Jessica-unnie. <3 <3 <3
To one of the most beautiful girls in the history of K-pop, I wish you all the best on this blessed day. The day that you were brought to us by the Lord from above – April 18th. You are one of the best things that has ever happened in the life of a fan-girl like me. You truly are an angel sent from heaven and seeing your wonderful caring nature towards the members and Krystal is proof of that.
Ice Princess, the #1 Cucumber Anti-fan, Jung Soo-Yeon, I LOVE YOU!! <3 <3 <3
Happy birthday and God bless you!!! Stay pretty and we SONEs will forever be here for you and your eight sisters. Our love will never fade. *A BIG WARM HUG & KISS* :*
happy birthday to you happy birthday jessica unni happy bithday to u
Happy Birthday to our GorJess Jung Sooyeon
I love your down to earth personality by not letting fame get to your head and always staying humble. As a fan and as a person I truly respect you.
Keep looking after babyjung, you’re a great sister! You deserve to be around people who love and care for you.
Remember to always stay healthy- eat lots, drink lots and of course sleep lots. And enjoy every second you spend with your beautiful members, family and friends. God bless you, Jung Jessica.
Happy birthday my dear Jessica. You are the hottest ice princess in the world and we sones will always love and support you <3<3<3
Happy belated birthday the hottest ice princess!! You’re beautiful just the way you are! Many good wishes to you.
Happy Birthday Jessica My ultimate bias … saranghae
Happy Birthday to the hottest ice on earth!
happy birthday our dear princess!.. age is just a number,nothing will change we all grow old and whatnot but no matter what happens we love you for who you are.. cold or warm.. blonde or brunette… sweet or sarcastic.. dork or serious.. you’ll be the only THE JESSICA JUNG SOOYEON in our hearts!.. God Bless! we love you forever and always!!!
Happy Birthday Ice Princess,
God Bless you, your family, and your career, stay healthy and humble like you are now.
Keep fighting, this world is not getting easier, keep improving your skills, and stay close to God.
Love, Dan
Happy Birthday Jessica noona!!
I wish you enjoy your special day with the people you love ^^
Be strong and be happy always ^^, we will always support you and be by your side^^
JESSICA FIGHTING!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Madam jung! Yea! Happy happy birthday! It’s a new year for us! We’re keeping a faith on you guys:)
My be all the airports be you’re runaway stage. You really rock us sone :)
It’s always speechless when it’s come to you hahahahaha
So yea! Have a great day despite of all happen ..in Korea
Live you girl and take care always!!!
-xoxo-
Happy Birthday! Jessica Jung Sooyeon ^^
Happy Birthday Jessica unnie. You may not be my first bias but I am still glad that I ended up liking and fangirling over you in YT and different networking sites. Though I just became a SONE recently, I am glad that I learned lots of things from you, and from the other members in that short time. I know that one day will come and you (SNSD) needs to disband or disappear, but my love for all of you won’t vanish. You’ve been my bias after YoonA, and when I say you are my bias it just means that you are one of the most important recipe of my life. I will always thank God for giving us a gorgeous angel who never fails in making her fans happy. Jessica, embrace the moment that you’re with the 8 members.
You may be an ICE PRINCESS, but it’s okay for us. We love you, and I will always love you. <3 Please don't stress yourself too much. I love you Jessica unnie <3 <3 You'll stay in our hearts. Saranghae.
happy birthday again jessica noona. its the time of the year again. 18th april is one of the most special and important day to all sones. hope u can feel our best wishes and loves from thousands and thousands of miles away. stay healthy, blissful and pretty and cute jessica! our love to u will never change. i will always love and support you our warm hearted ice princess. <3 <3 <3
My real birthday is on the 10th but for some reason, I found out that my registered legal birthday is the 18th of April. At first, before I became a Sone, I was quite annoyed about it since I have to remember to write this date, and not my true birth date, on every official document that I would sign from then on. But then when I became a fan of the girls and knew of Jessica’s birthday… I felt the irritation vanish and got replaced with ecstatic feelings. Haha. Though I know that she’s too way up there for me to reach her, but knowing that we share one thing in common is already enough. That being her fan and supporter with the same birthday as hers (technically) is enough.
Jessica-ssi, I wish you contentment, pure bliss, and peace. May you always be the ice princess that brings nothing but warmth and smiles to the people around you and to all the people looking up to you for inspiration. Remember that you are in our hearts, always. God bless you. Keurigo.. Saranghae yo, Jung Soo Yeon. ^^