Jihyo (TWICE): Profile, History and Facts
Jihyo (지효), real name Park Ji Hyo (박지효), is the charismatic leader of the K-pop group TWICE, under the agency JYP Entertainment. She made her solo debut on August 18, 2023 with her mini-album ZONE, cementing her status as a versatile artist. With 10 years of training, Jihyo is a pillar of the group and an artist recognized for her powerful voice and natural charisma.
Introducing Jihyo
- Stage name: Jihyo (지효)
- Full name: Park Ji Hyo (박지효) (former name: Park Ji Soo)
- Date of birth: February 1, 1997
- Astrological sign: Aquarius
- Height: 162 cm (official) / 160 cm (approximate)
- Weight: 56 kg (official) / 49 kg (approximate)
- Blood type: O
- MBTI: ESTP
- Nationality: Korean
- Representative color: Apricot
- Representative emoji: 🦄
Biography and Career
Jihyo was born in Guri, Gyeonggi-do Province, South Korea. She joined JYP Entertainment at a young age, after winning second place in a competition on Junior Naver. Before that, she briefly interned at SM Entertainment.
With 10 years of training, she rubbed shoulders with iconic JYP artists like Wonder Girls, 2PM, and GOT7. During the show Sixteen, she was chosen as the leader of the group TWICE by an anonymous vote of the members. In 2023, she made her solo debut with her mini-album ZONE, exploring new facets of her musical career.
Interesting Facts
Family
- Jihyo has two younger sisters: Seoyeon (born 2008) and Jiyoung (born 2002).
Hobbies and Talents
- His hobbies include reading webtoons and surfing the internet.
- She enjoys singing duets and hopes to collaborate with Im Chang Jung one day.
- It is ambidextrous.
Personal particularities
- She can't eat raw food or pineapple due to an allergy.
- She prefers R&B Soul music and loves yogurt smoothies.
- She is nicknamed "Hyo-mas" because of her big eyes.
Achievements
- She wrote the song "Eye Eye Eyes" for TWICE with Chaeyoung.
- She was the face of Innisfree's "TN" teen line before its debut.
Couple and Relationships
- She was in a relationship with Kang Daniel from 2019 to 2020.
Official social networks
Jihyo in TWICE
As a leader, Jihyo is a model of perseverance and professionalism. She was chosen for this role by her teammates, reflecting the trust and respect they have for her. Her warm personality and sense of humor make her a central figure within the group.
Music and Solo Projects
- ZONE: His first solo mini-album, released on August 18, 2023, explores personal and emotional themes with captivating tracks.
Jihyo continues to evolve as a complete artist, whether through TWICE or her solo projects. Her powerful voice and endearing personality ensure that she will remain an essential K-pop star.
