Profile
- Real Name: Park Ji Soo (박지수) / Park Ji Hyo (박지효)
- Stage Name: Jihyo (지효)
- Nickname: Jihyo, Thomas, Hyo-mas
- Birthday: February 1, 1997
- Birthplace: Guri, Gyeonggi, South Korea
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Nationality: South Korean
- Position: Main Vocalist, Leader (TWICE)
- Religion: –
- Profession: Singer
- Education: Guri Girls’ High School
- Hobbies: Reading webtoons, Web surfing
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Height, Weight & Appearance
- Height: 162 cm (5 ft 3¾ in)
- Weight: 56 kg (123 lbs)
- Blood Type: O
- Hair color: Black
- Eye color: Brown
- Body measurements: 34-24-35 inches
- Shoe size: 7 (US)
- Dress Size: –
Family
- Father: –
- Mother: –
- Brother: –
- Sister: –
Boyfriend & Dating History
Kang Daniel
The leader of TWICE has only been in one public relationship with fellow K-POP, star Kang Daniel. The pair dated for over a year but announced their breakup in November 2020.
It was reported that the two broke up because of their busy schedules.
Net Worth
Jihyo has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. She mainly earns from her career as a singer, dancer and songwriter in TWICE.
She also earns through brand deal endorsements.
TWICE
According to net worth spot, TWICE earns an estimated $5.11 million a year through album and merchandise sales. They evenly split among the 9 members.
Plastic Surgery
It has never been revealed that Jihyo did plastic surgery.
Facts
- She changed her name from Park Ji Soo to Park Ji Hyo legally before she joined Sixteen.
- In her family, she has 2 sisters who are younger than her.
- Her sisters’ names are Seoyeon and Jiyoung.
- Among the TWICE members, she has the longest training.
- Jihyo had trained in JYP Entertainment for approximately 10 years.
- She became a leader by the TWICE members’ vote.
- Jihyo made an appearance alongside TWICE members for JY Park’s music video called Fire.
- Apricot is Jihyo’s representative color.
- Red is her favorite color.
- 21 is her favorite number.
- She can’t eat foods that are still raw.
- She has an allergy to pineapple.
- She made her appearance for a music video by miss A called Only You.
- She was dating Kang Daniel on August 5, 2019. But they broke up on November 10, 2020.
- In The Most Beautiful Faces of 2020 by TC Candler, she got 79th place.
- She became a trainee alongside Wonder Girls, miss A, 2AM, 2PM, and also GOT7 and she’s very famous in JYP.
- She was the face of TN, a teen line of Innisfree, during her pre-debut days.
- She is recognized as ambidextrous.
- Jihyo loves eating chicken, meat, and yogurt smoothies.
- Jihyo doesn’t like broccoli.
- Her favorite webtoon is Appearance Supremacy.
- She would listen to classical music or web surfing if she can’t fall asleep.
- She would like to go to karaoke if she gets stressed.
- She always checks Twitter.
- She is the member who has the highest tolerance of alcohol.
- She often does aegyo.
- Jihyo loves hanging out with her friends.
- R&B Soul is Jihyo’s favorite music genre.
- Jihyo was a KARD’s Jiwoo schoolmate in high school.
- In the future, she wants to have a duet project with Im Chang Jung.
- She is the member who cries very often.
- For Signal comeback, Jihyo lost lots of her weight.
- Jihyo has a writing credit for the song Eye Eye Eyes alongside Chaeyoung.
- She also has an exotic look that makes Jungyeon thought she came from India.
- She said that her ideal type is someone who can bring the real her and makes her comfortable.
Reality shows
- SIXTEEN (Mnet | 2015), as a contestant
Variety shows
- Two Yoo Project – Sugar Man (JTBC | 2015), as a guest (Ep. 11)
Music video appearances
- Fire (2016) – J.Y. Park (feat. Conan O’Brien, Steven Yeun, & Jimin Park)
Quotes
“Health isn’t just about bodily health. Our mental states are intimately tied to our physical health.”
“The only way to overcome [criticism and hindrances to your strength] is to ignore it and keep good people close.”
“We are always there to comfort each other about our pasts, love each other in the present, and cheer each other on for the future.”
“There were lots and lots of hardships, but all of those experiences were necessary for me to endure and overcome so I can get to where I am today.”
“Chasing your dreams can be hard, but even though it may be tough, please don’t lose sight of what you want and continue to do your best at that.”
Pics of Jihyo
1. Our leader is so exotic
2. The halter neck top suits her very well
3. The gorgeous dress for gorgeous queen
4. Jihyo got a flower bouquet that makes her happy
5. The whole Jihyo look is very stunning
Jihyo is not just a lovely leader that has an amazing talent and a big heart, but she’s also a hard worker. And finally, her hard work paid off with her success alongside TWICE.