Wendy was born Kim Ye-rim (김예림) on March 5, 1999 (age 16) in Seoul, South Korea.[57][58][36] She was cast by SM Entertainment in 2011, and was introduced as a new member to the group on March 10, 2015.[17] On May 9, 2015, Yeri started hosting MBC's music program, Show! Music Core.[59]