Model Nicole Fujita has announced her upcoming graduation from the popular Nippon TV show 'Hirunandesu!' after eight memorable years as a regular on Mondays. The announcement was made during the live broadcast on March 17, 2025, and marks the end of her tenure on the show, which started back in 2017.
Dressed casually, Fujita addressed her fellow cast members during the episode, saying, "みなさんに報告があります。私、『ヒルナンデス！』を卒業します" (I have an announcement for everyone. I will be graduating from 'Hirunandesu!'). Her words were met with both cheers and sadness from her colleagues, including comedian Fumiya Umezawa, who said, "俺もやめるよ！にこるんがいるから出ているようなもん" (I'm going to quit too! I’m only here because of you, Nicole).
Fujita's eight years on the show have not only been about being on stage but also about personal growth. Reflecting on her time with 'Hirunandesu!', she expressed immense gratitude, stating, "私のやりたいを『ヒルナンデス！』が叶えてくれて、すごい嬉しかったですね" (The show has allowed me to realize my dreams, which makes me very happy). She recalled her involvement with various segments, particularly pointing out highlights from the fashion corner and her special projects, where she felt truly empowered.
The last episode featuring Fujita is scheduled to air on March 24, 2025, as part of the graduation special—which will showcase her 'starting point' visits to Harajuku, where she first gained popularity. "成人式もここでやって" (I even celebrated my Coming-of-Age Day here), she remarked with nostalgia, noting how much she had changed since first appearing on the show at just 19 years old.
Colleagues, including the comedy duo Unchon and Nanchan's Kiyotaka Nanzan, expressed their feelings about her departure, echoing sentiments of sadness mixed with celebration. Nanzan expressed, "いなくなって寂しいんですけども、やっぱ新しい門出ですから" (It’s sad to see you go, but this is your new beginning, so we want to celebrate it appropriately).
Fujita is set to leave behind not just her weekly spot on the show but also the emotional memories created over the years. Acknowledging the gravity of her departure, she added, "まだ全然実感わかないです。毎週月曜日にここに来るのが当たり前だったので" (I still can't really feel it. It’s been so normal to come here every Monday).
This graduation symbolizes the end of one chapter for Fujita but is also the beginning of new opportunities. She promises her fans, "大人になった今でも楽しめるスポットをお届けしてますので" (We will continue to deliver spots enjoyable even as adults), hopefully indicating more exciting endeavors to come.
Many viewers and fans of 'Hirunandesu!' are expected to tune in for the final episode, eager to share the bittersweet moment as Fujita bids farewell to her beloved show. The legacy she leaves behind will undoubtedly be cherished, as those who have followed her since her early days will see this as both the end and the start of her next adventure.