Through her management agency, Nagasawa announced she completed marriage procedures on 1/1. She will continue her acting career and hopes for warm support from her audience.

Actress Masami Nagasawa. Photo: Haku

Actress Masami Nagasawa. Photo: Haku

In a handwritten letter to fans, the actress wrote, "Although this is a personal matter, I felt it was important to share it with everyone. We will guide each other, cherishing every day and dedicating ourselves to every moment in life."

Masami Nagasawa on screen. Video: Bilibili

Masami Nagasawa has been active in the entertainment industry for 25 years. Early in her career, she was dubbed the "jade lady" for her innocent and bright beauty. Starting as a model, Nagasawa gradually showcased her acting talent, becoming a "national star" of Japan through a series of hit works. These include "Crying Out Love in the Center of the World", "A Tear for You", "Sailor Suit and Machine Gun", "Proposal Daisakusen", "Love Shuffle", "Our Little Sister", and "The Confidence Man JP".

Director Takeshi Fukunaga. Photo: Nownews

Director Takeshi Fukunaga. Photo: Nownews

For the past 20 years, Masami Nagasawa has repeatedly featured on lists of Japan's most beautiful and most desired actresses. Her husband, Takeshi Fukunaga, is a talented director. He has directed works such as "Out of My Hand", "Ainu Mosir", "Tokyo Vice", and "Shōgun" (part "A Stick of Time"). Last year, "Shōgun" won four Golden Globe Awards, including best drama television series.

By Nhu Anh (according to Mtime)