Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, the Japanese-American actor know for his appearances in hit franchises such as “Mortal Kombat,” “James Bond” and “Planet of the Apes,” has died at 75.

The actor died due to complications from a stroke, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

“I had the privilege of representing Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa for many years as his long time manager, but our relationship grew into something far deeper — he became like family,” Tagawa’s manager Margie Weiner said in a statement sent to the Hollywood Reporter. “Cary was a rare soul: generous, thoughtful, and endlessly committed to his craft. His loss is immeasurable. My heart is with his family, friends, and all who loved him.”

Tagawa was born in Tokyo in 1950 and moved around the United States frequently as a child. His father wa

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