Matsumoto Hakuō II, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Matsumoto Hakuō II

Japanese kabuki actor

Date of Birth: 19-Aug-1942

Place of Birth: Tokyo, Japan

Profession: actor, singer, singer-songwriter, kabuki actor

Nationality: Japan

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Matsumoto Hakuo II (??? ?? ??, Nidaime Matsumoto Hakuo, born August 19, 1942) is a Japanese kabuki actor, one of the most popular tachiyaku (specialist in male roles) currently performing. Like many members of the kabuki community, he can trace his lineage back several generations, many members of his family being kabuki actors as well.
His father and grandfather were the eighth and seventh, respectively, to hold the name of Matsumoto Koshiro, and he traces his lineage back to his great-great-grandfather Nakamura Karoku I, if not further.
Koshiro's brother, Nakamura Kichiemon II, son Matsumoto Koshiro X and grandson Matsumoto Kintaro IV are active in the kabuki theater as well, and his daughter, Takako Matsu is an experienced film actress.
In addition, Koshiro has a number of disciples, including Matsumoto Kingo III, Matsumoto Koemon I, and Ichikawa Komazo XI.