Hibari Misora

Known for Acting

Hibari Misora's portrait

Details

Birthday: May 29, 1937

Deathday: June 24, 1989

Place of birth: Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

Biography

Hibari Misora (美空 ひばり, Misora Hibari, born Kazue Katō (加藤 和枝, Katō Kazue) May 29, 1937 – June 24, 1989) was a Japanese singer, actress and cultural icon. She received a Medal of Honor for her contributions to music and for improving the welfare of the public, and was the first woman to receive the People's Honour Award, which was conferred posthumously for giving the public hope and encouragement after World War II

Actress

1962

1955

1953