Personal Details :
- Full Name: Park Ji-soo (박지수), legally changed to Park Ji-hyo (박지효)
- Stage Name: Jihyo (지효)
- Birthday: February 1, 1997
- Age: 28 years (as of 2025)
- Nationality: South Korean
- Birthplace: Guri, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
- Height: 162 cm (5’3¾”)
- Weight: 56 kg (123 lbs)
- Blood Type: O
- MBTI: ESTP
- Languages: Korean, English
- Education: Chungdam High School
- Position in TWICE: Leader, Main Vocalist
- Training Period: 10 years (2005–2015)
- Agency: JYP Entertainment
- Debut Date: October 20, 2015
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @hi_jihyo
- Twitter: @jihyo_twice (Official TWICE account)
- Weverse: TWICE on Weverse
Career Overview :
- Early Training: Joined JYP Entertainment as a trainee in 2005 at the age of 8, training for 10 years before debut.
- Pre-debut: Participated in the survival show Sixteen in 2015, which formed the group TWICE.
- Debut: Officially debuted with TWICE on October 20, 2015, with the single “Like Ooh-Ahh”.
- Leadership: Serves as the leader and main vocalist of TWICE, known for her strong stage presence and vocal abilities.
- Solo Projects: Has released solo covers and participated in OSTs (original soundtracks) for Korean dramas.
- Endorsements: Featured in numerous advertisements and brand campaigns alongside TWICE.
- Achievements: Contributed to TWICE’s international success, with multiple awards and chart-topping albums worldwide.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Family: Has one older brother.
- Hobbies: Enjoys hiking, watching movies, and listening to music.
- Favorite Foods: Loves spicy Korean dishes and desserts.
- Personality: Known for being caring, responsible, and a strong leader.
- Pets: Owns a dog named Dalgom.
- Interests: Interested in fitness and dance choreography.
Net Worth :
As of 2025, Jihyo’s estimated net worth is approximately $6 million USD. Her income comes from her successful career as the leader and main vocalist of TWICE, including earnings from album sales, concerts, endorsements, and solo projects.
Awards & Achievements :
- 2015: Debuted with TWICE, winning multiple rookie awards including Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) Best New Female Artist.
- 2016–Present: Numerous Daesang (Grand Prize) awards with TWICE from major Korean music award shows such as Golden Disc Awards, Seoul Music Awards, and MAMA.
- 2019: TWICE received the World’s Best Group award at the 2019 Mnet Asian Music Awards.
- 2020: Recognized for contributions to K-pop’s global growth.
- 2023: Part of TWICE when they won Top Artist at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards.
Fun Facts :
- Started training under JYP Entertainment at just 8 years old.
- Changed her legal name from Park Ji-soo to Park Ji-hyo before debut.
- Known for her powerful vocals and strong leadership skills in TWICE.
- Often acts as the emotional backbone of the group, supporting members through tough times.
- Loves cooking and has shared her recipes with fans.
- Has a pet dog named Dalgom, which she adores.
- Has appeared on variety shows showcasing her wit and humor.