Kaoru Yachigusa facts for kids
Kaoru Yachigusa (八千草 薫, Yachigusa Kaoru, 6 January 1931 – 24 October 2019) was a famous Japanese actress. She was known for her many roles in movies and TV shows. She also performed on stage.
Who Was Kaoru Yachigusa?
Becoming an Actress
Kaoru Yachigusa was born in Osaka Prefecture, Japan. She started her acting career at a young age. From 1947 to 1957, she was part of the Takarazuka Revue. This is a famous Japanese all-female musical theater group. Being a part of this group helped her become a skilled performer.
Her Most Famous Roles
Yachigusa became very well-known for her acting. One of her most famous roles was Otsu. She played this character in the Samurai Trilogy movies. These films were very popular. She also played Miss Marple in the animated TV series Agatha Christie's Great Detectives Poirot and Marple.
Later Life and Legacy
Kaoru Yachigusa was married to director Senkichi Taniguchi. They were together until he passed away in 2007. She continued acting for many years. She was loved by many fans in Japan. Kaoru Yachigusa passed away on October 24, 2019. She was 88 years old. She died in a Tokyo hospital.
