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
Yojimbo
House
Red Beard
King Kong vs. Godzilla
The Hidden Fortress
Ebirah, Horror of the Deep
Invasion of Astro-Monster
Sanjuro
Top Movie Credits
Seven Samurai
Bandit
Ikiru
Yakuza (uncredited)
Yojimbo
Ushitora Follower
House
Ramen Trucker
Red Beard
Thug
King Kong vs. Godzilla
King Kong
The Hidden Fortress
Soldier (uncredited)
Ebirah, Horror of the Deep
Fleeing Infant Islander
Invasion of Astro-Monster
King Ghidorah