Japanese actor Hiroyuki Watanabe committed suicide

According to Japanese media reports today (May 5), actor Hiroyuki Watanabe hanged himself at his home in Kanagawa on the morning of May 3 at the age of 66. At present, it is only known that Hiroyuki Watanabe died by hanging, and it is not clear whether it was suicide or an accident.

Hiroyuki Watanabe is a famous Japanese actor. He was born in 1955. He appeared in many excellent film and television works during his lifetime, such as "Garo", "Strange Stories of the World", "Tokyo Vice", etc., which left a deep impression on people.

In 1998, Hiroyuki Watanabe played the role of Commander Ishimuro Akio in Ultraman Gaia. Ultraman Gaia is a special effects TV series produced by Tsuburaya Productions of Japan. It was loved by many viewers as soon as it was broadcast. The show tells the story of Ultraman Gaia and Ultraman Aguru, who went from opposing each other due to differences in their ideologies to fighting side by side against foreign enemies.

Hiroyuki Watanabe plays the role of Akio Ishimuro, the captain of an aerial carrier base. His tough and cold character and extraordinary insight left a deep impression on the audience. Hiroyuki Watanabe also played Kamen Rider Kiago in "Kamen Rider Den-O". When he played Kiago, Hiroyuki Watanabe was already 51 years old, but his condition and appearance were still loved by the audience, and some viewers called him the oldest "Kamen Rider" in history.

After seeing the news of Watanabe Hiroyuki's suicide, many netizens said: "Rest in peace, Commander, Gaia will protect you" and "I just rewatched Gaia a few days ago. The commander was so calm in the drama." Everyone was surprised and sad about Watanabe Hiroyuki's death. I hope Watanabe Hiroyuki rests in peace!