Michiko Nishiwaki

is a Japanese actress, stuntwoman, martial artist, fight choreographer, former female bodybuilder and powerlifter. She performed the high-risk stunts as a double for Lucy Liu in the film Charlie's Angels.

Early life Michiko Nishiwaki was born on November 21, 1957, in Funabashi, Chiba. Another turning point was her father's death, which motivated her to have her own say in the planning of her future.

Career

Sports Unusual for Japanese society at the time, Nishiwaki became a powerlifter and eventually Japan's first female powerlifting champion and first female bodybuilding champion. She opened three fitness clubs co-owned by her brother. and subsequently moved to Moorpark, California, where she was living with her husband and son. They separated in 2021 and eventually divorced.

Filmography

Stunt and stunt double appearances

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