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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Louis Chilton

Akira Takarada death: Japanese actor and Godzilla star dies aged 87

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Japanese actor Akira Takarada, known for his starring role in the original Godzilla, has died at the age of 87.

Takarada’s death was announced by Toho Studios, the production company responsible for the seminal 1954 monster movie.

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