Ken Takakura
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Ken Takakura (Japanese: 高倉 健, Hepburn: Takakura Ken), born Goichi Oda (小田 剛一, Oda Gōichi, February 16, 1931 – November 10, 2014), was a Japanese actor and singer who appeared in over 200 films. Affectionately referred to as "Ken-san" by audiences, he was best known for his brooding style and the stoic presence he brought to his roles.[1] He won the Japan Academy Prize for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role four times, more than any other actor.[2] Takakura additionally received the Japanese Medal of Honor with purple ribbon in 1998, the Person of Cultural Merit award in 2006, and the Order of Culture in 2013.
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高倉 健 | |
Born | Goichi Oda (1931-02-16)February 16, 1931 Nakama, Fukuoka, Japan |
Died | November 10, 2014(2014-11-10) (aged 83) Tokyo, Japan |
Alma mater | Meiji University |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1956–2014 |
Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) |
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