Kento Yamazaki is a well-known Japanese actor and model who debuted in 2010.
He rose to fame for his roles in several hit comic book adaptations, including L DK (2014), Orange (2015), and Your Lie in April (2016).
These performances helped him become one of the leading young actors in the Japanese entertainment industry.
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- Full name: Kento Yamazaki
- Date of birth: September 7, 1994
- Age: 30 years old
- Place of birth: Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, Japan
- Nationality: Japanese
- Occupation: Actor and model
- Height: 1.78m
- Parents: unknown
- Siblings: 1
- Girlfriend: Hirose Suzu
- Children: None
- Relationship: Dating
- Net worth: $10 million to $20 million.
early life and education
Kento Yamazaki was born on September 7, 1994, in a middle-class family in Itabashi City, Tokyo, Japan.
He has an older brother who was raised by parents who worked hard to support the family. Yamasaki completed his studies in Tokyo, initially focusing on football before turning to modeling and acting.
He is of Japanese descent and believes in Shinto, a religion commonly practiced in Japan.
Profession
Kento Yamazaki’s career began as a model for “Pichi Lemon” magazine from 2009 to 2011, and then moved into the entertainment industry.
In 2010, he made his TV debut with a role in the TV series “Atami no Sosakan”, and later played a supporting role in the TV series “Clone Baby”.
His first feature film, “Control Tower,” was released in 2011 and showcased his versatility and potential as an actor in the Japanese film industry. These early roles laid the foundation for his rise in the entertainment industry.
Yamazaki’s big break came with his performance in an adaptation of a popular manga, which resonated with a wide audience.
His celebrated roles in L DK (2014), Orange (2015) and Your Lie in April (2016) further cemented him as a talented pianist. Heartthrob status in Japan.
His role as a doctor in the medical drama The Good Doctor (2018) earned him a Japanese Drama Academy Award for Best Actor, cementing his status as one of Japan’s top television actors.
These successes made Yamazaki a household name and he was admired for his performances in television and movies.
In recent years, Yamasaki’s career has expanded internationally, notably starring as Ryohei Arisu in the hit Netflix series Alice in Borderlands.
The series received critical acclaim and introduced him to a global audience. Yamasaki also played a variety of roles in the Kingdom film series, portraying historical figures and continuing to showcase his range as an actor.
With Kento Yamazaki’s continued success in Japan and overseas, he remains one of the most popular actors of his generation, continuing to make a major impact in the entertainment industry.
social media
- Instagram account: @kentooyamazaki
- Twitter account: @kentooyamazaki_mg
personal life
Kento Yamazaki is currently in a relationship with actress Suzu Hirose, and their relationship was made public in mid-2022.
The couple has been seen together on several occasions, suggesting that their relationship is strong. Neither management team has commented on their personal lives, keeping their relationship private, despite reports that they often spent time together at Ling’s home.
Currently, Kento Yamazaki has no children. His main focus remains on developing his acting career while nurturing his relationship with Hirose Suzu.
film chronology
- 2011: Control Tower
- 2012: Unicorn Wings
- 2012: Another
- 2012: Chasing the World 3
- 2012: Chasing the World 5
- 2012: For the love of beginners
- 2013: Jinx! ! !
- 2014: L·DK
- 2015: No longer a heroine
- 2015: Orange
- 2016: April is your lie
- 2016: Wolf Girl and Black Prince
- 2016: Yokai the Movie 3: The Whale of Two Worlds
- 2017: Friends of the Week
- 2017: Poetry Angel
- 2017: JOJO’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable Chapter 1
- 2017: Psychic Kusuo: The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.
- 2017: Ice Fruit: Forbidden Secrets
net worth
Kento Yamazaki’s net worth is estimated to be between $10 million and $20 million.
This wealth is mainly attributed to his successful acting career, modeling work, brand endorsements and various business ventures.
