Kiko Mizuhara — Biography
Kiko Mizuhara, born Audrie Kiko Daniel, is a multifaceted talent in the entertainment and fashion worlds, recognized for her work as an American-Korean model, actress, singer, and designer. Her journey into the spotlight began at a tender age of twelve when she participated in a reader-chosen contest for Seventeen magazine, seeking new modeling talent. This early foray led to significant modeling contracts with prominent publications such as ViVi and MAQUIA.
Transitioning to the silver screen, Mizuhara made her acting debut in 2010 with the film Norwegian Wood. Her acting portfolio has since expanded to include numerous Japanese television dramas and feature films. In the realm of music, she lent her voice as a featured singer on Towa Tei's track "The Burning Plain" in 2011 and contributed to M-Flo's song "No Way," from their Neven album, in 2013.
Mizuhara's creative flair extends to design, having collaborated with the fashion brand Opening Ceremony. Her designs have garnered notable attention, even being worn by global music icons Rihanna and Beyonce Knowles. Her impact on the fashion industry was formally acknowledged in 2014 when she was included in the Business of Fashion 500, a list celebrating individuals shaping the global fashion landscape.
Her heritage is a blend of Zainichi Korean and mixed-Caucasian ancestry. Kiko has a younger sister, Ashley Yuka Daniel, who is also active in the creative sphere as a DJ and model, professionally known as Yuka Mizuhara. As of February 2025, Kiko Mizuhara commands a substantial online presence, with 7.8 million followers on Instagram.
Transitioning to the silver screen, Mizuhara made her acting debut in 2010 with the film Norwegian Wood. Her acting portfolio has since expanded to include numerous Japanese television dramas and feature films. In the realm of music, she lent her voice as a featured singer on Towa Tei's track "The Burning Plain" in 2011 and contributed to M-Flo's song "No Way," from their Neven album, in 2013.
Mizuhara's creative flair extends to design, having collaborated with the fashion brand Opening Ceremony. Her designs have garnered notable attention, even being worn by global music icons Rihanna and Beyonce Knowles. Her impact on the fashion industry was formally acknowledged in 2014 when she was included in the Business of Fashion 500, a list celebrating individuals shaping the global fashion landscape.
Her heritage is a blend of Zainichi Korean and mixed-Caucasian ancestry. Kiko has a younger sister, Ashley Yuka Daniel, who is also active in the creative sphere as a DJ and model, professionally known as Yuka Mizuhara. As of February 2025, Kiko Mizuhara commands a substantial online presence, with 7.8 million followers on Instagram.
