Shinsuke Shimada
Japanese comedian, television presenter and film director
About Shinsuke Shimada
Born 1956. Shinsuke Shimada is a Japanese owarai tarento, television presenter, film director, actor, record producer and lyricist.
is a Japanese comedian and television presenter. He first became popular as part of a manzai duo formed with his on-stage partner Matsumoto Ryusuke. The duo was active between 1976 and 1985.
On August 23, 2011, Shinsuke Shimada announced his retirement after admitting to extensive ties to the yakuza, Japan's organized crime. The yakuza's dominance in the entertainment industry was a subject that has long been a taboo.
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Who is Shinsuke Shimada?
Japanese comedian, television presenter and film director
When was Shinsuke Shimada born?
Shinsuke Shimada was born on 24 March 1956 in Kyoto.
What is Shinsuke Shimada's occupation?
Shinsuke Shimada is an owarai tarento, television presenter, film director, actor, record producer and lyricist.
What nationality is Shinsuke Shimada?
Shinsuke Shimada is Japanese.
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