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Hibari Misora

Hibari Misora

Acting
29 May 1937
24 Jun 1989
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

Also Known As

Kazue Kato, 加藤和枝

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