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*'''Name:''' オダギリジョー | *'''Name:''' オダギリジョー | ||
*'''Name (romaji):''' Odagiri Joe | *'''Name (romaji):''' Odagiri Joe | ||
| − | *'''Real name:''' | + | *'''Real name:''' 田切譲 （ り ょ ） / Odagiri Jiu |
*'''Birthdate:''' 1976-Feb-16 | *'''Birthdate:''' 1976-Feb-16 | ||
*'''Birthdate:''' Tsuyama, Okayama prefecture | *'''Birthdate:''' Tsuyama, Okayama prefecture | ||
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==Biography== | ==Biography== | ||
| − | Odagiri Joe was born in Tsuyama, Okayama prefecture, a small town in central Japan renowned for its beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring. | + | Odagiri Joe was born in Tsuyama, Okayama prefecture, a small town in central Japan renowned for its beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring. Though he was accepted by Kochi University, he turned it down for an opportunity to study in the United States. He had originally intended to study movie directing at California State University in Fresno, but mistakes in the application process landed him in acting classes. It may have been a blessing in disguise, for two years studying in Fresno and later starring in a few stage performances in Japan, Odagiri would find himself catapulted to fame in his role in the Kamen-Rider series, playing the central character, Godai Yuusuke. He became the predecessor of the "Ikemen Hero craze (literally, "good-looking actors playing hero roles in popular TV series ). |
| − | Since then, Odagiri has appeared in many movies and dramas. | + | Since then, Odagiri has appeared in many movies and dramas. He won the Best New Actor Award at the 2003 Japan Academy Awards for his role as the uniquely bisexual (?) enemy in the film, " (Azumi) , and in the following year, was awarded the Best Supporting Actor Award for his electrifying performance in the internationally acclaimed director, Kitano Takeshi's 2004 film, "血 骨(Blood and Bones) . Odagiri's creative acting skills and strong presence in films have secured him a place in stardom. He is slated to appear in numerous more films in 2005, including "メゾン・ド・ヒミコ(Maison de Himiko) , where he portrays a homosexual man in a relationship with the protagonist (played by Shiabasaki Kou)'s father. |
| − | Odagiri's creative acting skills and strong presence in films have secured him a place in stardom. | ||
==TV Shows== | ==TV Shows== | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
| − | *Originally debuting with his birth name, | + | *Originally debuting with his birth name, 田切譲, he changed his name from the Kanji form to the Katakana form (form used primarily in the translation of Western names), オダギリジョー, since his first name is often misread as "Yuzuru", instead of "Jo". ("Jo" is not the most common way to read his first name.) |
*Another reason for his name change is that he used the western name "Joe" when he attended [[Wikipedia:California State University|California State University]] (CSU) as an arts major. | *Another reason for his name change is that he used the western name "Joe" when he attended [[Wikipedia:California State University|California State University]] (CSU) as an arts major. | ||
*Has become famous for his unique fashion taste and hairstyle. | *Has become famous for his unique fashion taste and hairstyle. | ||
*Has claimed he is shy and does not like to hang out with crowds; instead prefers to stay in his home. | *Has claimed he is shy and does not like to hang out with crowds; instead prefers to stay in his home. | ||
| − | *Used to appear in Japanese variety shows (comedy talk shows), but became "scared" of comedy star [[Akashiya Sanma|Akashiya Sanma's]] eyes, which seemed to demand him to be funny.(Odagiri literally said "I'm afraid of Sanma-san's eyes") [[Akashiya Sanma|Akashiya]] laughed about this when Odagiri appeared on his show in 2004 and encourages him to take up comedy. Akashiya has in fact given him a stage name "Odagiri DA Joe" (which is intended to sound silly in Japanese) if Odagiri decides to pursue comedy. Odagiri apparently is not interested, saying "I hopefully won't be using that stage name". | + | *Used to appear in Japanese variety shows (comedy talk shows), but became "scared" of comedy star [[Akashiya Sanma|Akashiya Sanma's]] eyes, which seemed to demand him to be funny. (Odagiri literally said "I'm afraid of Sanma-san's eyes") [[Akashiya Sanma|Akashiya]] laughed about this when Odagiri appeared on his show in 2004 and encourages him to take up comedy. Akashiya has in fact given him a stage name "Odagiri DA Joe" (which is intended to sound silly in Japanese) if Odagiri decides to pursue comedy. Odagiri apparently is not interested, saying "I hopefully won't be using that stage name". |
*Despite playing several roles where the character's sexuality has been questionable, Odagiri assures his female fans that he is straight. | *Despite playing several roles where the character's sexuality has been questionable, Odagiri assures his female fans that he is straight. | ||
| − | *He has been rumoured to be in a relationship with Japanese actress 水野美紀([[Mizuno Miki]]), with whom he starred in the drama, "[[Hatsu Taiken]]". Some members of the media suggest their marriage is imminent. | + | *He has been rumoured to be in a relationship with Japanese actress 水野美紀 ([[Mizuno Miki]]), with whom he starred in the drama, "[[Hatsu Taiken]]". Some members of the media suggest their marriage is imminent. |
| − | *Has said he likes a woman who is possibly a little older than him and is the protective, motherly type who would tolerate his selfishness and comfort his lonesome, "puppy love" personality. Mizuno, two years Odagiri's senior and recognized as an | + | *Has said he likes a woman who is possibly a little older than him and is the protective, motherly type who would tolerate his selfishness and comfort his lonesome, "puppy love" personality. Mizuno, two years Odagiri's senior and recognized as an 姉 んキャラ ("older sister" type) actress, seems a perfect match. |
*2004 Income: 100,350,000 Yen (approx) | *2004 Income: 100,350,000 Yen (approx) | ||
*2003 Income: 35,430,000 Yen (approx) | *2003 Income: 35,430,000 Yen (approx) | ||
Revision as of 21:49, 25 February 2006
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Odagiri Joe
Profile
- Name: オダギリジョー
- Name (romaji): Odagiri Joe
- Real name: 田切譲 （ り ょ ） / Odagiri Jiu
- Birthdate: 1976-Feb-16
- Birthdate: Tsuyama, Okayama prefecture
- Star sign: Aquarius
- Height: 176cm
- Weight: 60kg
- Blood type: O
- Talent agency: Dongyu
Biography
Odagiri Joe was born in Tsuyama, Okayama prefecture, a small town in central Japan renowned for its beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring. Though he was accepted by Kochi University, he turned it down for an opportunity to study in the United States. He had originally intended to study movie directing at California State University in Fresno, but mistakes in the application process landed him in acting classes. It may have been a blessing in disguise, for two years studying in Fresno and later starring in a few stage performances in Japan, Odagiri would find himself catapulted to fame in his role in the Kamen-Rider series, playing the central character, Godai Yuusuke. He became the predecessor of the "Ikemen Hero craze (literally, "good-looking actors playing hero roles in popular TV series ).
Since then, Odagiri has appeared in many movies and dramas. He won the Best New Actor Award at the 2003 Japan Academy Awards for his role as the uniquely bisexual (?) enemy in the film, " (Azumi) , and in the following year, was awarded the Best Supporting Actor Award for his electrifying performance in the internationally acclaimed director, Kitano Takeshi's 2004 film, "血 骨(Blood and Bones) . Odagiri's creative acting skills and strong presence in films have secured him a place in stardom. He is slated to appear in numerous more films in 2005, including "メゾン・ド・ヒミコ(Maison de Himiko) , where he portrays a homosexual man in a relationship with the protagonist (played by Shiabasaki Kou)'s father.
TV Shows
- Jikou Keisatsu (2006)
- Fukigen na Gene (2005)
- Shinsengumi (2004)
- Beginner (2003)
- Kao (2003)
- Satorare (2002)
- Tentai Kansoku (2002)
- Hatsu Taiken (2002)
- Le Parfum De La Jaolusie
- Visual Battle 2 (2001)
- Kamen Rider Kuuga, TV Asahi (2000)
Movies
- Platonic Sex (2001)
- Meshitano Koibito (2002)
- Akarui Mirai (2003)
- Azumi (2003)
- Hazard (2003)
- Kono yono sotohe (2004)
- Chi to Hone (2004)
- Maison de Himiko (2005)
- Shinobi (2005)
- Scrap Heaven (2005)
- Synchrocity (2005)
Trivia
- Originally debuting with his birth name, 田切譲, he changed his name from the Kanji form to the Katakana form (form used primarily in the translation of Western names), オダギリジョー, since his first name is often misread as "Yuzuru", instead of "Jo". ("Jo" is not the most common way to read his first name.)
- Another reason for his name change is that he used the western name "Joe" when he attended California State University (CSU) as an arts major.
- Has become famous for his unique fashion taste and hairstyle.
- Has claimed he is shy and does not like to hang out with crowds; instead prefers to stay in his home.
- Used to appear in Japanese variety shows (comedy talk shows), but became "scared" of comedy star Akashiya Sanma's eyes, which seemed to demand him to be funny. (Odagiri literally said "I'm afraid of Sanma-san's eyes") Akashiya laughed about this when Odagiri appeared on his show in 2004 and encourages him to take up comedy. Akashiya has in fact given him a stage name "Odagiri DA Joe" (which is intended to sound silly in Japanese) if Odagiri decides to pursue comedy. Odagiri apparently is not interested, saying "I hopefully won't be using that stage name".
- Despite playing several roles where the character's sexuality has been questionable, Odagiri assures his female fans that he is straight.
- He has been rumoured to be in a relationship with Japanese actress 水野美紀 (Mizuno Miki), with whom he starred in the drama, "Hatsu Taiken". Some members of the media suggest their marriage is imminent.
- Has said he likes a woman who is possibly a little older than him and is the protective, motherly type who would tolerate his selfishness and comfort his lonesome, "puppy love" personality. Mizuno, two years Odagiri's senior and recognized as an 姉 んキャラ ("older sister" type) actress, seems a perfect match.
- 2004 Income: 100,350,000 Yen (approx)
- 2003 Income: 35,430,000 Yen (approx)
Awards
- Japan Academy Awards - Best Supporting Actor Award (2004)
- Blue Ribbon Awards - Best Supporting Actor Award (2004)
- Japan Academy Awards - Best New Actor Award (2003)