Akimoto Sayaka
秋元才加 (Akimoto Sayaka) is a Japanese actress and singer. She was born on July 26, 1988, in Chiba, Japan. She is a former member of the Japanese idol group AKB48 and its sister group DiVA.
Akimoto began her career in the entertainment industry in 2006, when she passed the second round of auditions for AKB48's second generation. She made her debut as a member of AKB48's Team K in December 2006.
Akimoto was a popular member of AKB48. She was known for her energetic personality and her strong singing voice. She was also a member of AKB48's sub-units No3b and DiVA.
In 2013, Akimoto announced that she would be graduating from AKB48. She graduated from the group on August 27, 2013.
After graduating from AKB48, Akimoto continued her career in the entertainment industry. She has appeared in several television dramas and variety shows. She has also released several solo singles.
In 2020, Akimoto married Japanese rapper PUNPEE.
Here is a timeline of Akimoto Sayaka's career:
- 2006: Passes the second round of auditions for AKB48's second generation
- 2006: Makes her debut as a member of AKB48's Team K
- 2009: Appointed captain of AKB48's Team K
- 2011: Resigns as captain of AKB48's Team K
- 2012: Reappointed captain of AKB48's Team K
- 2013: Announces her graduation from AKB48
- 2013: Graduates from AKB48
- 2020: Marries Japanese rapper PUNPEE
Akimoto Sayaka is a talented actress and singer. She has had a successful career in the entertainment industry, and she is sure to continue to be successful in the years to come.
Here are some of Akimoto Sayaka's notable works:
- Television dramas: Majisuka Gakuen 2 (2011), So Long! (2013), 49 (2014), Suikyuu Yankees (2014)
- Variety shows: AKBINGO! (2008-2013), Waratte Iitomo! (2010-2012), AKB48 no Anta Dare? (2012-2013)
- Solo singles: "Yume no Kawa" (2012), "Koisuru Fortune Cookie" (2013), "10nen Sakura" (2014)
In addition to her work in the entertainment industry, Akimoto is also a vocal advocate for social justice. She has spoken out against discrimination and violence against women, and she has worked to raise awareness about the issue of human trafficking.