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Japanese voice actress (seiyuu), singer, and actress renowned for iconic anime roles and J-pop music.Aya Hirano rose to immense fame in the mid-2000s as the voice of Haruhi Suzumiya in 'The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya' and Konata Izumi in 'Lucky Star'. Her energetic performances and singing voice propelled her to become one of Japan's most recognizable seiyuu. She released multiple successful singles and albums, performed theme songs for the anime she starred in, and achieved significant popularity as both a voice actress and J-pop artist, winning several Seiyu Awards. Her career faced challenges following a personal scandal in 2012, leading to reduced voice acting roles, though she continued singing and acting.

• Hirano achieved unprecedented popularity during the peak of 'Haruhi Suzumiya' and 'Lucky Star', becoming a cultural phenomenon and idol for anime fans.
• In 2012, Hirano faced significant controversy and fan backlash after a tabloid report (later confirmed by her agency) revealed details about her private life, including relationships with band members. This scandal damaged her 'idol' image.
• Following the scandal, major anime roles became scarce for Hirano. She shifted focus towards musical theatre, live-action acting, and continued her music career, though at a lower profile than her mid-2000s peak.
• She publicly announced being diagnosed with hyperthyroidism (Graves' disease) in 2018, leading to a temporary hiatus for treatment.