Why The Internet is Obsessed With Nico Hiraga
The Moxie actor has become a rising Gen-Z Hollywood heartthrob and the internet can't stop obsessing over him.
Having originally pursued skateboarding before eventually finding his way to acting, Nico Hiraga is not your typical Hollywood actor. The San Francisco native reminds us more of the laidback guy we all knew in high school that somehow got along with everybody more than an in-demand actor. His easygoing personality, obvious charisma, and charming looks all play major factors in the ongoing internet obsession with the actor that social media refuses to let go of.
One of the most refreshing things about Hiraga is that while he has respectively established himself in the name of fame, there's a sense of normalcy he puts out that makes him too easy to resonate with. While most Instagram accounts of young talent will be back-to-back posts of red carpet looks, sponsored content, or industry events, Hiraga's looks like that of the everyday person. Skateboarding videos, photo dumps, and random selfies run rampant on his account with the occasional post of his latest interviews sprinkled in—though even those posts blend in well.
All it takes is a few seconds going through his social media or his interview clips to see his comedic personality and you'll want to know more about him. Beyond his incredible charisma, Hiraga has also gained approval among fashion lovers due to his distinct yet well-put-together style. Like the uniform of most skater boys, you will often catch Hiraga decked out in cargo pants, baggy jeans, graphic tees, simple jewellery, and lots of snapbacks. It may sound basic, but trust us, he makes it work.
Of course, on top of everything that has been said, he's got the look. His tousled dark hair, his mesmerizing smile, and his skater-boy swag would have made for the perfect best friend/love interest in a '90s teen rom-com. A quick search of Niraga's name in the TikTok hashtags and you'll see that users have a clear consensus on their love for the North Hollywood star. Set to star in the upcoming film Sweethearts alongside Kiernan Shipka and Charlie Hall, the internet's obsession with Hiraga doesn't seem to be going away anytime soon—and we're not mad at it.