Actor Akira Kubodera Has Passed Away

NHK reported that actor Akira Kubodera has passed away last November 13th. He was 43 years old. 

Kubodera was discovered unresponsive in his home in Nakano, Tokyo. He was then taken to a hospital, but was soon pronounced dead. It is believed that the cause of death is suicide. 

Kubodera is best known for his role as Kamen Rider Blade's Kanai/Giraffa Undead, Kamen Rider Kiva's Aberu/Warthog Fangire, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon's Kunzite, and Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Re:Build's Ali al-Saachez. From all of us here, thank you for the memories.

[Source: Anime News Network]