Here are 1 famous actresses from Japan died at 51:
Luna Takamura (September 18, 1952 Kobe-March 6, 2004 Honolulu) also known as Luna Takamura, 高村ルナ or Runa Takamura was a Japanese actor, singer-songwriter, dancer and pornographic film actor.
She died as a result of cancer.
Luna Takamura began her career as a performer in the entertainment industry during the 1970s. She started out as a singer-songwriter and dancer, performing in clubs and music venues around Japan. Takamura's talents eventually led her to act in films, and she became a prominent figure in Japanese erotic films (JAV) during the 1980s and 90s, appearing in over 50 adult films.
In addition to her adult film career, Takamura also acted in mainstream films and television dramas. Some of her notable works include "Ten to Chi to" (1989), "Landscape in the Mist" (1988), and "Dynamite Graffiti" (1991).
Outside of her work in the entertainment industry, Takamura was known for her advocacy for HIV/AIDS awareness and education. She was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2003 and passed away the following year at the age of 51.
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