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Who Is Japanese Child Pop Star Hirata Runa? Died at 8 After Developing Flu-Related Heart Condition
Her agency said influenza caused myocarditis, and a private wake and funeral were held for immediate family and close relatives.
Japanese child pop star Hirata Runa, an eight-year-old member of the DIANNA Project, died of influenza-related myocarditis on September 25, her talent agency confirmed.
The agency stated the condition developed from influenza; Mayo Clinic defines myocarditis as heart inflammation that reduces the organ's ability to pump blood throughout the body.
According to The Standard, Runa had performed just five days prior to her sudden death, having spent one-third of her life as an idol.
DIANNA Project confirmed a private funeral was held for immediate family, while the team requested fans refrain from making individual inquiries regarding the matter.
Based in Nagoya, Japan, the DIANNA Project specializes in developing young stars; the team asked fans to let Runa "remain in a corner of your hearts as an eternal idol.
According to an announcement from her family, little Hirata Runa had contracted the flu and after complications she breathed her last - The messages from her fans are moving