Sumi Shimamoto - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 08, 1954 |
|---|---|
| Age | 71 |
| Birthplace | Kochi Prefecture, Japan |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Sumi Shimamoto's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Voice acting in Japanese anime, notably as Nausicaä in 'Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind' |
Intro
Sumi Shimamoto is a renowned Japanese actress and voice actress, best known for her work in anime, particularly as the voice of Nausicaä in 'Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind' directed by Hayao Miyazaki. Her career spans several decades and includes numerous iconic roles within Japanese animation.
Early Life & Background
Sumi Shimamoto was born in Kochi Prefecture, Japan, on December 8, 1954. She developed an interest in performing arts early in life and would go on to study acting, setting the stage for a career in voice work.
Career Highlights
- Voiced Nausicaä in 'Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind' (1984)
- Voiced Kyoko Otonashi in 'Maison Ikkoku'
- Voiced Clarisse de Cagliostro in 'The Castle of Cagliostro' (1979)
- Received the Merit Award at the 5th Seiyu Awards (2011)
Trivia
- Her role as Nausicaä is considered one of the most iconic in anime history.
- Married to writer Daisuke Sekihara.
- Active in both television and theatrical animation for over four decades.
FAQs
People also ask
Sumi Shimamoto is 71 years old.
Sumi Shimamoto was born the 8 December 1954.
Kochi Prefecture, Japan.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 8th, 1954, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 8, 1954, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain of the Hellenic Air Force crashed at Elefsis Air Base in Greece, resulting in the deaths of all 19 personnel on board. The aircraft was engaged in parachute exercises when a parachute became entangled with the plane, causing the pilot to lose control. The plane impacted the ground and burst into flames.
- Day of the week: December 8th, 1954 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Melody Of Love by Billy Vaughn
- #1 UK song: Let's Have Another Party by Winifred Atwell
- Popular movie: Rear Window directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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