Katsumi Tezuka

Born: 1912-08-31

Birthplace: Tokyo, Japan

Biography

Katsumi Tezuka (手塚 勝巳, Tezuka Katsumi, August 31, 1912 - unknown) was a Japanese actor and former professional baseball player. He was best known for playing numerous kaiju in several Toho science fiction and horror films directed by Ishiro Honda, as well as various supporting roles. He retired from acting in 1967, with his last film appearance in "Five Gents Prefer Geisha." Tezuka's career after this point is unknown, and his date of death has never been publicized.

Known For

Godzilla
Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster
King Kong vs. Godzilla
Godzilla, King of the Monsters!
Godzilla Raids Again
Rodan
Godzilla
Beast Alley
Mothra
Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island

Top Movie Credits

Godzilla Godzilla / Newspaper Desk Worker
King Kong vs. Godzilla Godzilla in Iceberg
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! Godzilla (uncredited)
Rodan Rodan / Meganulon / Hotel Manager
Godzilla Godzilla (uncredited)
Mothra Mothra