Momo Hirai

Japanese singer and dancer from TWICE

Momo Hirai - Japanese singer and dancer from TWICE
Born

November 9th, 1996
28 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Japan

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Born in 1996, this Japanese artist is a prominent member of the South Korean girl group TWICE. The group debuted in 2015 under JYP Entertainment and achieved significant success in the K-pop industry. Initially gaining recognition through the reality competition 'Sixteen,' the artist showcased exceptional dance skills and a powerful vocal presence. The group quickly rose to fame with hit songs and albums, becoming one of the leading acts in the genre.

Member of TWICE, a top K-pop group

Participated in the reality show 'Sixteen'

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