Aoi Miyazaki is a famous Japanese actress who enjoys a high reputation in the entertainment industry.
Starting her career at the age of four, she has become a familiar face in advertising and continues to make her mark in the film industry.
Her breakout role in Nana (2005) brought her widespread recognition, and she continued to impress with her performances, winning awards for her roles in Pest and Eureka .
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- Full name: Aoi Miyazaki
- Date of birth: November 30, 1985
- Age: 39 years old
- Birthplace: Suginami City, Tokyo, Japan
- Nationality: Japanese
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 1.63m
- Parents: unknown
- Siblings: Katsu Miyazaki
- Spouses: Sosuke Takaoka (married 2007–2011) and Junichi Okada (married 2017)
- Children: 1
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $11 million.
early life and education
Aoi Miyazaki was born into a Japanese family in Suginami City, Tokyo, Japan on November 30, 1985.
She has an older brother, Masaru Miyazaki, who is also an actor. Specific details about her educational background are not widely known, but she began acting at a young age, suggesting that she focused on her career early on.
Aoi identifies as ethnically Japanese and does not openly reveal her religious affiliation.
Profession
Aoi Miyazaki began her acting career at the age of four, initially appearing in commercials and TV series.
She had her breakthrough role at age 14 in the film Eureka (2000), in which she played a survivor of a traumatic event.
The performance earned her critical acclaim and the Japan Professional Film Award for Best Actress, marking her emergence as a rising star in the Japanese film industry.
She continued her success with major roles in films such as “Pest” (2002) and “Nana” (2005), both of which cemented her status as one of Japan’s top actresses.
Miyazaki has shown her versatility by playing a variety of roles in different genres throughout her career.
She has starred in romantic dramas such as “In the Woods” (2006) and branched out into the comedy “Knuckleheads” (2008).
Her ability to portray complex characters has led to her collaborations with renowned directors such as Shinji Aoyama and Hirokazu Kore-eda.
These roles and powerful performances earned her numerous accolades, including awards from the Japan Film Academy Awards and the Cinemaila International Film Festival.
In addition to his success in film, Miyazaki has also made notable contributions in television, starring in hit series such as Atsushi (2008).
She is also a sought-after spokesperson for major brands, further enhancing her public profile.
Although her career was cut short for personal reasons, including motherhood, Miyazaki’s influence in the entertainment industry remains strong. As her influence in the Japanese film industry continues to grow, fans are eagerly anticipating her return to the silver screen.
Awards and nominations
- The 23rd Tricontinental Festival (2001): Best Actress “Pest” (winner)
- Mexico International Film Festival (2002): Best Actress “Eureka” (winner)
- 2008 59th Japanese Drama Academy Awards Best Actress Award Atsuhime (winner)
- The 45th Galaxy Awards (2008): Individual Award (Winner)
- The 12th Nikkan Sports Drama Awards (2008): Best Actress Atsuki (winner)
- The 24th Nikkan Sports Movie Awards (2011): Best Actress “Tsure ga Utsu ni Narimashite” (winner)
- The 29th Nikkan Sports Movie Awards (2016): Best Supporting Actress “Rage” (winner)
social media
- Instagram account: @i_am_aooooi
- Facebook account: Miyazaki Aoi
- Twitter account: @miyazaki_aoiii
personal life
Aoi Miyazaki was previously married to actor Sosuke Takaoka, but unfortunately, the marriage ended in divorce in December 2011.
Despite challenges, including accusations that Takaoka was unfaithful to Miyazaki, she has moved on and found happiness with her current husband, singer and actor Junichi Okada.
The couple have been together since December 2017 and welcomed their first child in 2018. They choose to keep their family life private and away from the media spotlight.
film chronology
- Nana(2005)
- Virgin Snow(2007)
- Wolf’s Children (2012) (dubbed)
- The Grand Line(2013)
- If cats disappeared from the world (2016)
- Anger(2016)
- The Boy and the Beast (2015) (dubbed)
- The Lonely Castle Through the Looking Glass (2022) (dubbed)
- Love and Deep Water(2023)
- Sunshine Asha(2015-2016)
- Go Home(2012)
net worth
Aoi Miyazaki’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $11 million.
This wealth is mainly attributed to her successful acting career in film and television and her lucrative endorsements and commercial appearances for well-known brands.
