Hitoshi Matsumoto: Biography, Facts and Career
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Hitoshi Matsumoto (松本 人志, Matsumoto Hitoshi; born September 8, 1963) is a Japanese comedian and filmmaker. He was born in Amagasaki, Hyōgo Prefecture. He is one half of the comedy duo Downtown, alongside Masatoshi Hamada, and is one of the most popular comedians in Japan. Matsumoto has directed several movies beginning in 2007 with Big Man Japan, in several of which he also starred as the main character. He currently hosts Documental on Amazon Prime. In late 2023, the magazine Shukan Bunshun ran a story that Matsumoto had engaged in sexual assault at parties. In early 2024 in response to the allegations, Matsumoto suspended public appearances to focus on a defamation trial against the publisher of the magazine. Matsumoto withdrew the lawsuit later that year.
Quick facts about Hitoshi Matsumoto
- Full name: Hitoshi Matsumoto
- Born: 1963-09-08
- Nationality: Japan
- Known as: Comedian
- Wikidata ID: Q528506
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Who is Hitoshi Matsumoto?
Hitoshi Matsumoto (松本 人志, Matsumoto Hitoshi; born September 8, 1963) is a Japanese comedian and filmmaker.
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Hitoshi Matsumoto is Japan.
When was Hitoshi Matsumoto born?
Hitoshi Matsumoto was born on 1963-09-08.
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