About Masataka Itsumi
Lived 1945 – 1993 (aged 48). Masataka Itsumi was a Japanese singer, announcer and tarento.
was a Japanese television announcer, tarento, writer, singer and master of ceremonies. His nickname was "It's me". He was friends with Shingo Yamashiro. His son, Taro Itsumi is an actor, and his daughter, Ai Itsumi is an actress, tarento, and announcer.
Born in Osaka, Itsumi became a popular master of ceremonies. He was the only person who was able to govern three big talents; Takeshi Kitano, Sanma Akashiya and Tamori. On 6 September 1993, he announced that he was suffering from stomach cancer. Japanese mass media reported on his condition. He died of linitis plastica on December 25, 1993, at the age of 48.
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Who was Masataka Itsumi?
Japanese television announcer and entertainer (1945–1993)
When was Masataka Itsumi born?
Masataka Itsumi was born on 16 February 1945 in Abeno-ku.
When did Masataka Itsumi die?
Masataka Itsumi died on 25 December 1993 in Kawadachō.
What was Masataka Itsumi's occupation?
Masataka Itsumi was a singer, announcer and tarento.
What nationality was Masataka Itsumi?
Masataka Itsumi was Japanese.
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