Shōichi Hirose

Shōichi Hirose

Born 23 June 1918 in Japan

Died 20 June 1998 (aged 79)

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.

Actor

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Sealed
1954
Seven Samurai Bandit
Sealed
1961
Yojimbo Ushitora Follower
Sealed
1952
Ikiru Yakuza (uncredited)
Sealed
1977
House Ramen Trucker

Crew

Sealed
1963
King Kong vs. Godzilla Stunts