Keiko Takeshita

Japanese actress in television drama

Keiko Takeshita - Japanese actress in television drama
Born

September 15th, 1953
72 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Japan

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A prominent actress in Japanese television, starred in the long-running series 'Sazae-san', which chronicles the life of a typical Japanese family. Achieved recognition for roles in several other popular dramas throughout the 1970s and 1980s, establishing a lasting presence in the Japanese entertainment industry.

Starred in 'Sazae-san'

Appeared in 'Uramiya Honpo'

Featured in 'Kikunosuke' series

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