Mizuki Fukumura

is a Japanese singer, dancer, and actress. She is a ninth-generation member, current leader of the girl group Morning Musume.
Career.
On August 26, 2009, Fukumura was added to the group Shugo Chara Egg! as a second generation member. She debuted on television in the role of Amulet Heart in "Shugo Chara! Party!".
In 2011, Morning Musume's ninth generation auditions were held, and the Hello! Pro Egg members were allowed to take part in them. Fukumura, being a fan of the group, auditioned. She sang "Maji Bomber" by Berryz Kobo and reached the third round before being informed that she had not passed the audition. When the producer of Morning Musume, Tsunku, announced the result live on stage, it was a complete surprise to Fukumura that she had been chosen to enter Morning Musume as a ninth generation member with audition winners Erina Ikuta, Riho Sayashi and Kanon Suzuki.
On November 23, Fukumura was appointed as the new leader of Morning Musume.