Jihyo Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Songs, Family, Awards, Movies

Park Jihyo, known mononymously as Jihyo, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, dancer, and the dynamic leader of the K-pop girl group TWICE, formed by JYP Entertainment.

Her powerful voice, commanding stage presence, and leadership skills have made her the heart of TWICE since their 2015 debut.

As the group’s main vocalist, she’s driven hits like “Feel Special” and “What Is Love?” to global success.

Profile

• Full Name: Park Ji-Hyo
• Stage Name: Jihyo
• Born: February 1, 1997
• Age: 28 years old
• Birthplace: Guri, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, Model
• Height: 160 cm (5’3”)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Park Cho-sook
• Siblings: Park Ji-young, Park Seo-yeon
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $2 million to $6 million

Early Life & Education

Park Jihyo was born on February 1, 1997, in Guri, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, to her parents, including her mother, Park Cho-sook, who runs a clothing business.

Raised in a Christian household, Jihyo grew up with two younger sisters, Ji-young and Seo-yeon, in a supportive family that nurtured her love for music. Her ethnicity is Korean, and her faith has been a quiet influence in her life.

Jihyo attended Guri Girls’ Middle School and Cheongdam High School in Seoul, balancing her education with her demanding trainee schedule at JYP.

Her long training period, from 2005 to 2015, took precedence over formal academics; however, she graduated from high school in 2016.

Specific details about further education, such as college, are not publicly available, as Jihyo focused on her career with TWICE.

Career

Jihyo’s career began at age eight when she joined JYP Entertainment as a trainee on July 15, 2005, after a Junior Naver Contest win.

She trained for over a decade, appearing in pre-debut projects, including a cameo in Dream High 2 (2012) and music videos for artists such as Miss A.

Initially slated to debut in the group 6mix, which never materialized, she competed on JYP’s reality show Sixteen in 2015.

Finishing in the top seven, she debuted as TWICE’s leader and main vocalist on October 20, 2015, with the EP The Story Begins and the hit “Like OOH-AHH.”

TWICE’s success soared with songs like “Cheer Up,” “TT,” and “Fancy,” with Jihyo’s powerful vocals and leadership guiding the group to global fame.

In August 2023, Jihyo debuted solo with her EP Zone, featuring the lead single “Killin’ Me Good,” which peaked at number 14 on the Circle Digital Chart and entered Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales chart.

She co-wrote tracks like “Talkin’ About It” with UMI, showcasing her songwriting talent. Jihyo has written lyrics for TWICE songs, including “Eye Eye Eyes” and “HO!” and served as a vocal director for the group.

She has modeled for brands such as Estee Lauder, A’pieu, and Benetton Korea, appearing in W Korea and Elle Korea.

Her 2024 performance at TWICE’s 5th World Tour “Ready To Be” in Japan’s Nissan Stadium and her 2025 fan meeting in Seoul highlight her global reach.

Jihyo’s philanthropy includes donating ₩30 million to wildfire victims in 2025, earning her recognition in Korea’s Honor Society.

Awards & Nominations

• 2023: Nominated, MAMA Awards – Best Female Artist for Zone
• 2023: Nominated, Circle Chart Music Awards – Solo Artist of the Year
• 2016: Song of the Year, Mnet Asian Music Awards – “Cheer Up”
• 2017: Album of the Year, Golden Disc Awards – Twicetagram
• 2020: Artist of the Year, The Fact Music Awards

Multiple music shows won for “What Is Love?,” “Feel Special,” and “I Can’t Stop Me.”
Jihyo’s vocal prowess and leadership have earned her fan-voted accolades, with Zone ranking high on the 2023 year-end charts, per X posts from @TWICE_GLOBAL.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @_zyozyo

Personal Life

Jihyo, now 28, is single, though she was previously in a relationship with Kang Daniel from 2019 to November 2020, confirmed by JYP Entertainment.

Standing at 160 cm (5’3”) and weighing around 49 kg, she has a fit physique, dark brown eyes, and a radiant smile.

An Aquarius with an ENFJ personality, she’s nicknamed “Mic” for her powerful vocals and “God Jihyo” for her leadership.

Jihyo is close to her family, especially her mother and sisters, who occasionally appear in her posts. She adores her pet dog, Bbi Bbi, and loves spicy foods like tteokbokki but dislikes broccoli.

Her hobbies include watching Stranger Things, listening to R&B, and collecting lipsticks. A fashion lover, she favors casual chic styles and has a habit of buying multiple colors of the same item. Jihyo’s ideal type is someone kind and respectful, but her focus is on her career.

Discography

• Zone (2023, EP) – Lead single: “Killin’ Me Good”
• The Story Begins (2015, EP) – Lead single: “Like OOH-AHH”
• Twicetagram (2017, Album) – Lead single: “Likey”
• Eyes Wide Open (2020, Album) – Lead single: “I Can’t Stop Me”
• Formula of Love: O+T=<3 (2021, Album) – Lead single: “Scientist.”
• With YOU-th (2024, EP) – Lead single: “One Spark”
• Co-wrote: “Eye Eye Eyes,” “HO!,” “First Time,” “Up No More”

Filmography

• Sixteen (2015, Reality Show) – Contestant
• Dream High 2 (2012, TV Series) – Cameo
• Time To TWICE (2020–present, Variety Show) – Regular
• Idol Star Athletics Championships (2017, TV Show) – Participant
• Music Video Appearances (Pre-debut):
• Park Jin-young – “Fire” (2009)

Net Worth

Jihyo’s net worth is estimated to be between $2 million and $6 million.

Her income comes from TWICE’s album sales, global tours, and endorsements with brands like Estee Lauder and A’pieu.

Her solo EP, Zone, and songwriting royalties contribute to her earnings, with Instagram revenue estimated at $10,000–$15,000 per month.

TWICE’s 2025 successes, including With YOU-th and tour profits, continue to boost her wealth.