Takeshi Kitano
Japanese comedian and actor
Takeshi Kitano, also known as Beat Takeshi in Japan, is a Japanese comedian, actor, and filmmaker. While he is known primarily as a comedian and TV host in his native Japan, he is better known abroad for his work as a filmmaker and actor as well... Wikipedia
Born: 1947 (age 77 years), Adachi City, Tokyo, Japan
Video game: Takeshi's Challenge
Award: Golden Lion (1997)
Children: Shoko Kitano and Atsushi Kitano
Parents: Kikujiro Kitano and Saki Kitano
Siblings: Masaru Kitano, Yasuko Kitano, and Shigekazu Kitano
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Why is Takeshi Kitano famous?
The Japanese public knows him primarily as a TV host and comedian, and he is well remembered for the leading role of the comedy show Oretachi Hyōkin-zoku (1981–1989) and for the game show Takeshi's Castle (1986–1989). His portrayal of Zatōichi in the 2003 movie is his biggest domestic commercial success.
What happened to Takeshi Kitano face?
In August 1994, Kitano was involved in a motorscooter accident and suffered injuries that caused partial paralysis of the right-side of his face. As reported by Dan Edwards, Kitano later said that the accident was an "unconscious suicide attempt". Kitano made Kids Return in 1996, soon after his recovery.
Why was Takeshi's Castle cancelled?
Apparently, it says on the voiceover here, Takeshi's Castle was cancelled in its home country for being too extreme.
Is Takeshi Kitano married?
Mikiko Kitano
Takeshi Kitano / Spouse
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