Ladybaby are an alternative Japanese kawaii metal band. The group originally consisted of models Kuromiya Rei and Kaneko Rie, along with Ladybeard, the crossdressing persona of Australian professional wrestler Rick Magarey. On August 1, 2016 , Ladybeard withdrew and the group re-branded itself, now going by The Idol Formerly Known As Ladybaby. On November 17, 2017, Kuromiya Rei left the group, citing disillusionment with idol culture and throat problems caused by the extensive touring schedule.