Matsuno Rina

 (松野莉奈) was a member of Shiritsu Ebisu Chuugaku and Mini Cheer☆Bears.

She passed away on February 8, 2017, at the age of 18.

Death
Matsuno was unable to perform at her group's concert the day before due to a health issue and was taking medical treatment at home in Tokyo. In the early morning on February 8 her condition suddenly worsened. At around 5 am, her parents called the emergency services. She was pronounced dead at the hospital. It is presumed that she died from an illness. In her last post on Instagram on February 6 she said that she had returned from a family trip to Hakone.

Sankei Sports reported on February 10 that according to Matsuno's agency (Stardust Promotion), "lethal arrhythmia" is suspected as the cause of her death. All upcoming concerts and events were cancelled, and the group went into a period of mourning, with the farewell event being held on February 25.

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 * Name: Matsuno Rina (松野莉奈)
 * Nicknames: Rinanan (りななん)
 * Birthday: July 16, 1998
 * Date of Death: February 8, 2017 (age 18)
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 * Height: 169.5cm
 * Blood Type: A