Tarô Shigaki was an American actor known for The Little Mermaid (1975), Swan Lake (1981), and The Rose of Versailles (1979). He was born on September 22, 1951, in San’no, Ota, Tokyo, Japan, and passed away on March 5, 2022. He was married to Noriko Shirasaka and had one child.
Personal and Family Life
Tarô Shigaki was born Minoru Kawamura and took the stage name Tarô Shigaki during his acting career. He married Noriko Shirasaka in June 1985 and they remained together until his death in 2022. They had a son named Takumi Kazune. Shigaki valued his family life and often spoke fondly of his experiences as a husband and father.
Death and Legacy
Tarô Shigaki died of heart failure on March 5, 2022, in Saga Prefecture, Japan. His passing marked the end of an illustrious career in the entertainment industry, where he was known for his diverse roles both in film and television. His contributions to Japanese theater and animation left a lasting impact on fans around the world, and he is remembered for his talent and dedication.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| ロボゲイシャ | 2009-10-03 | Kenyama Kageno |
| 世界名作童話 白鳥の湖 | 1981-03-13 | Prince Siegfried (voice) |
| アンデルセン童話 にんぎょ姫 | 1975-03-21 | Prince (voice) |
| 大空のサムライ | 1976-10-02 | Lieutenant Sasai |
| 暴走の季節 | 1976-07-01 | Minami |
| 黒執事 | 2014-01-18 | Tanaka |
| 地球へ… | 1980-04-26 | Soldier Blue (voice) |
| The Highest Honour | 1982-05-15 | Lieutenant Hayakawa |
| ベルサイユのばら | 1979-10-10 | André Grandier |
| 花神 | 1977-01-02 | Kusaka Yoshisuke |