Tadanobu Asano - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 27, 1973 |
|---|---|
| Age | 52 |
| Birthplace | Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Tadanobu Asano's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Versatile roles in Japanese and international cinema, notably in 'Ichi the Killer,' 'Thor,' and 'Zatoichi.' |
Intro
Tadanobu Asano is a Japanese actor and musician known for his eclectic roles in both Japanese and international cinema, including films such as 'Ichi the Killer,' 'Zatoichi,' and Hollywood productions like Thor and Battleship. Renowned for his versatility, Asano has established himself as a leading actor in Asia as well as a prominent figure in international film.
Early Life & Background
Tadanobu Asano was born to Yukihisa Sato, an actor, and Junko Sato. He made his acting debut at the age of 16, encouraged by his father. Asano grew up in Yokohama and was introduced to the entertainment industry at a young age.
Career Highlights
- Debuted at age 16 in the Japanese TV show 'Kinpachi-sensei' (1988)
- Widely recognized for his lead role in 'Ichi the Killer' (2001)
- Starred in 'Zatoichi' (2003), directed by Takeshi Kitano
- Appeared in Hollywood films such as 'Thor' (2011), 'Battleship' (2012), and 'Silence' (2016) directed by Martin Scorsese
- Received multiple nominations and awards in Japan, including the Award of the Japanese Academy for Best Supporting Actor
Trivia
- He is also known as a musician and member of the band SODA!
- He was married to Japanese pop singer Chara from 1995 to 2009.
- Asano has also worked as a painter and has held exhibitions of his artwork.
FAQs
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Tadanobu Asano is 52 years old.
Tadanobu Asano was born the 27 November 1973.
Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan.
On His Birth-Day
About November 27th, 1973, in brief:
- Historical events: Gerald Ford was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the 40th Vice President of the United States, succeeding Spiro T. Agnew.
- Day of the week: November 27th, 1973 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Top Of The World by Carpenters
- #1 UK song: I Love You Love Me Love by Gary Glitter
- Popular movie: The Sting directed by George Roy Hill
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