Tao Okamoto facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tao Okamoto
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| 岡本 多緒 | |
Okamoto in 2013
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| Born | May 22, 1985 Ichikawa, Chiba, Japan
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| Occupation | Model, actress |
| Years active | 1999; 2006–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Tenzin Wild
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| Height | 1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) |
| Hair color | Black |
| Eye color | Brown |
Tao Okamoto (岡本 多緒, Okamoto Tao, born May 22, 1985), also known as Tao, is a famous Japanese actress and model. She is considered one of the top models from Japan. In 2009, she was one of the main faces for the fashion brand Ralph Lauren.
Tao started her acting career in 2013. Her first big role was as Mariko Yashida in the movie The Wolverine. She also played Mercy Graves in the 2016 film Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. On TV, she has appeared in popular shows like Hannibal, The Man in the High Castle, and Westworld.
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Early Life and Beginnings
Tao Okamoto was born in Ichikawa, Chiba, Japan. She began her journey into the fashion world at a young age. When she was just 14 years old, she started modeling in Japan. This early start helped her gain experience in the industry.
Her Career as a Model
Moving to Paris and New York
In 2006, Tao decided to take her modeling career to the next level. She moved to Paris, France, to work internationally. Soon after, she started walking on European fashion runways. She was one of the few well-known East Asian models at that time.
Later, in 2009, Tao moved to New York City. This move helped her continue to grow her career in the global fashion scene.
Working with Big Brands
Tao has worked on many advertising campaigns and magazine photoshoots. She has been the face of major brands like Dolce & Gabbana, Emporio Armani, Kenzo, and Tommy Hilfiger. She has also appeared in famous magazines. These include i-D Magazine, V Magazine, W Magazine, and different international versions of Harper's Bazaar and Vogue.
In November 2009, the Japanese edition of Vogue magazine featured Tao. She was named "Model of the Year" by the Japan Fashion Editor's Club. In 2010, she was also one of Vogue Nippon's "Women of the Year."
Tao has modeled for many top fashion designers. Some of these include Alexander McQueen, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Louis Vuitton, and Ralph Lauren.
Her Acting Roles
First Steps in Film
In 2013, Tao made her first appearance in a movie. She played Mariko Yashida in The Wolverine. In this film, she starred alongside actor Hugh Jackman. This was a big start to her acting career.
TV Shows and More Movies
After her film debut, Tao joined the cast of the TV series Hannibal in 2014. She played the character Chiyoh. In 2015, she appeared in another TV show, The Man in the High Castle, as Betty Kasoura.
In 2016, Tao took on the role of Mercy Graves in the superhero movie Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. She also appeared in the movie Crossroads that same year. More recently, she has been seen in the TV series Westworld from 2018 to 2020, playing Hanaryo. In 2024, she was in The Silent Service.
Personal Life
In 2015, Tao Okamoto married Tenzin Wild. He is the co-editor-in-chief of The Last Magazine.
Images for kids
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Tao Okamoto in 2013
See also
In Spanish: Tao Okamoto para niños
