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| Name | Takeshi Kaga |
| First Name | Takeshi |
| Last Name | Kaga |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Birthday | October 12 |
| Birth Year | 1950 |
| Place of Birth | Kanazawa |
| Home Town | Ishikawa Prefecture |
| Birth Country | Japan |
| Birth Sign | Libra |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Father | Not Available |
| Mother | Not Available |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Not Known |
| Children(s) | Not Available |
Takeshi Kaga Biography
Takeshi Kaga is one of the most popular and richest Actor who was born on October 12, 1950 in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
Takeshi Kaga (鹿賀 丈史 , Kaga Takeshi) , real name Shigekatsu Katsuta (勝田 薫且 , Katsuta Shigekatsu, born October 12, 1950) , is a well-known stage and movie actor in Japan who is probably best known internationally for his portrayal of Chairman Kaga in the Japanese television show Iron Chef produced by Fuji TV.
In 1972, he joined the Japanese theatrical company Gekidan Shiki. While with the company, he played the role of Jesus in the Japanese stage production of Jesus Christ Superstar (1973), and role of Tony in West Side Story (1974). In 1980 he left SHIKI to play the role of Sanada in the movie The Beast To Die. He starred in several movies throughout the 1980s, but his most famous role would be that of “Chairman Kaga”, the eccentric and flamboyant host of Ryōri no Tetsujin, a cooking competition show (1993–1999). It became very popular, not only in Japan, but around the English-speaking world. Previously broadcast on the Food Network, then on the Fine Living Network in the United States and on SBS in Australia, under the name Iron Chef, the show is now being carried on the Cooking Channel in the United States, and in the UK in Iron Chef UK. The host of Iron Chef America, Mark Dacascos, is claimed on ICA to be Takeshi’s nephew, though the stated relationship is actually between the fictional characters played by the two men.
Kaga was born on October 12, 1950 in the city of Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. His first experience on stage was at the age of seven when he joined the Kanazawa City Boys choral group.
Takeshi Kaga Net Worth
Takeshi is one of the richest Actor from Japan. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Takeshi Kaga's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: January 13, 2024)
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Actor |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
After Iron Chef ended, he returned to acting in movies and dramas. He also hosted Time Shock 21, a quiz show on Asahi Television in Japan. In 2005, Kaga performed as the lead in the Japanese production of Michael Frayn’s Democracy and starred in the blockbuster film Sengoku Jieitai 1549. Kaga also appeared in both installments of the highly successful Death Note film series as Soichiro Yagami.
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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He has also lent his voice to Japanese anime. Notably, he voiced Jirarudan, an antagonist, in 1999’s Pokémon the Movie – Revelation Lugia, the second Pokémon movie, and also sung his theme song, “Ware Wa Collector.” He also notably voiced Dr. Kiriko in 2005’s Black Jack: The Two Doctors of Darkness.
Who is Takeshi Kaga Dating?
According to our records, Takeshi Kaga is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of January 13, 2024, Takeshi Kaga’s is not dating anyone.
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Takeshi Kaga height 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) Takeshi weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
| Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) |
| Weight | Not Known |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
| Feet/Shoe Size | Not Available |
Despite his international fame with the show, he has not given up his love for musicals. In 1987 he starred in the popular Japanese production of Les Misérables as Jean Valjean and Javert. He reprised his role as Valjean in 1995 as the representative of Japan during the encore of the 10th Anniversary Concert of Les Misérables at the Royal Albert Hall in London. During the encore, Valjeans from 17 different countries joined the cast on stage. He also starred in Macbeth in 2000, and in Jekyll & Hyde as well as in The Threepenny Opera in 2001. In 2009, he starred in a Japanese-language version of La Cage aux Folles .
Facts & Trivia
Takeshi Ranked on the list of most popular Actor. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Japan. Takeshi Kaga celebrates birthday on October 12 of every year.
What happened to the original Iron Chef host?
After Iron Chef ended, he returned to acting in movies and dramas. He also hosted Time Shock 21, a quiz show on Asahi Television in Japan. In 2005, Kaga performed as the lead in the Japanese production of Michael Frayn’s Democracy and starred in the blockbuster film Sengoku Jieitai 1549.
Is Mark Dacascos related to Takeshi Kaga?
Beginning in January 2005, Dacascos has portrayed “the Chairman” on Food Network’s television series Iron Chef America. This role was previously played by Takeshi Kaga in the original Japanese Iron Chef, and Dacascos’ character is presented as Kaga’s nephew, though the actors are not related.
Who was the original chairman on Iron Chef Japan?
Behold the stern gaze of actor/singer Hiroshi Tamaki, the new chairman of the Iron Chef reboot premiering in Japan on October 26. The original chairmen, Takeshi Kaga — he of the fondness for bell peppers — is not returning to the show after being off the air for 13 years.
Who is Mark Dacascos wife?
Julie Condra
Who has the best Iron Chef record?
| Michael Symon |
| Mediterranean |
| 34 |
| 7 |
| 1 |
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