Japanese movie stars died at 79
Here are 1 famous actresses from Japan died at 79:
Sumiko Hidaka
Sumiko Hidaka (March 5, 1923 Niigata Prefecture-August 1, 2002 Ōta, Tokyo) also known as Tomiko Taniguchi or Hidaka Sumiko was a Japanese actor.
She died in liver failure.
Hidaka began her acting career in the early 1940s, and appeared in over 150 films and television dramas. She was known for her versatility as an actress, and played a wide range of roles in dramas, comedies, and historical epics. Some of her most memorable performances include her role as the mother of the protagonist in the classic film "Tokyo Twilight" (1957), and as the title character in the drama "The Woman Who Touched the Legs" (1960). Hidaka also acted in several stage productions throughout her career, and was awarded the prestigious Kinokuniya Theatre Award in 1983. In addition to her acting work, she was also a popular television personality, and hosted her own show, "The Sumiko Hidaka Hour", for many years. Her contributions to Japanese cinema and television made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, and she is remembered fondly by fans and colleagues alike.
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