Shōichi Hirose
Born: 1918-06-23
Birthplace: Japan
Biography
Shōichi Hirose was a Japanese actor. Sometimes credited as Solomon Hirose, he is probably best known for playing Godzilla's archenemy King Ghidorah and for being the actor inside the King Kong suit in King Kong vs. Godzilla, along with several tough guy roles.
Known For
Seven Samurai
Ikiru
Red Beard
Yojimbo
King Kong vs. Godzilla
Invasion of Astro-Monster
The Hidden Fortress
Ebirah, Horror of the Deep
Sanjuro
King Kong vs. Godzilla
Top Movie Credits
Seven Samurai
Bandit
Ikiru
Yakuza (uncredited)
Red Beard
Thug
Yojimbo
Ushitora Follower
King Kong vs. Godzilla
King Kong
Invasion of Astro-Monster
King Ghidorah
The Hidden Fortress
Soldier (uncredited)
Ebirah, Horror of the Deep
Fleeing Infant Islander
King Kong vs. Godzilla
Stunts