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Hiroyuki Sanada (真田 広之, Sanada Hiroyuki, born Shimozawa; 12 October 1960)[ 1] is a Japanese actor. He began his career in the mid-1960s at the age of six, and gained prominence for his roles in Japanese and Hong Kong action films, later establishing himself as a dramatic actor. He is best known to international audiences for his roles ...
Hiroyuki Sanada is a Japanese actor, singer and producer who has starred in films such as The Twilight Samurai, The Wolverine and 47 Ronin. He has also appeared in TV shows like Westworld, Helix and Shōgun, and received an honorary MBE for his work with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
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Hiroyuki Sanada. Actor: The Twilight Samurai. Hiroyuki Sanada was born on October 12, 1960 in Tokyo. He made his film debut when he was 5 in Rokyoku komori-uta (1965) (Shin'ichi Chiba played the lead role.) His father died when he was 11. He joined Japan Action Club, organized & run by Sonny Chiba, when he was 12. He 1st became famous as an action star for his role in Yagyu...
- October 12, 1960
1 day ago · LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH HIROYUKI SANADA. Sanada spoke with Awards Radar providing some tremendous insight as to how his life experience served him well when taking on double duties for Shōgun. The conversation delved into the behind-the-scenes intricacies of the ambitious project and immense dedication required to bring such an epic ...
Aug 14, 2024 · Hiroyuki Sanada, first-time Emmy nominee for his nuanced lead performance as the strategic and cunning Lord Toranaga in “Shōgun,” is one of the most celebrated, prolific screen actors in the ...
Apr 25, 2024 · TV Features. ‘Shogun’ Star Hiroyuki Sanada Delves Into Finale’s Deeper Message: “We Need the Hero Who Brings About Peace”. The Japanese producer and star unpacks Lord Toranaga's ...
Feb 29, 2024 · The actor and producer talks about his role as Lord Yoshii Toranaga in the FX series Shōgun, based on the novel by James Clavell. He also reflects on his journey from Japan to Hollywood, his passion for samurai stories and his vision for the future of Asian representation.