Ken Watanabe

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Ken Watanabe Fast Facts:

Breakout role in Japan came with the popular 1985 comedy Tompopo (Dandelion).
Was diagnosed with leukemia in 1989 but continued to act while undergoing chemotherapy; suffered a relapse in 1994 that kept him in the hospital for more than a year.
Made his American film debut in the 2003 epic The Last Samurai.
In 2005, began treatment for hepatitis C, contracted while undergoing blood transfusions during his first bout of leukemia.
Released an autobiography, Dare? Who Am I?, in 2006 in Japan.
Took a leadership role in efforts to assist victims of the 2011 earthquake in Japan.
It was announced in 2012 that he would take part in a documentary about Japan's earthquake relief efforts.
Active in efforts to battle climate change.

Ken Watanabe Relationships:
Kaho Minami - Wife
An Watanabe - Daughter
Yumiko Watanabe - Ex-wife
Shin Shinitiro - Son
Ken Watanabe Awards:
2003 Oscar: Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role - Nominee
2003 Screen Actors Guild Awards: Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role - Nominee
2004 Golden Globe: Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture - Nominee