Hold the phone! Japanese actress Fumi Nikaido, 30, and 41-year-old comedian Kazu Laser from the duo Maple Chogokin just dropped a bombshell: they're officially married! The surprise announcement hit today (8/10) via Kazu Laser's official X account and Nikaido's agency website, instantly becoming the talk of the internet.
▼ Naturally, it shot straight to the top of Japan's X trends today.
Fumi Nikaido kicked off her career as a model before diving into acting at just 15. She famously snagged the Best New Young Actor award at the 68th Venice Film Festival in 2011 for her role in "Himizu," alongside Shota Sometani. With a diverse portfolio of Japanese dramas, she's a fan favorite for good reason.
Meanwhile, comedian Kazu Laser (カズレーザー) is a household name in Japan, known for his duo Maple Chogokin. You can catch him on pretty much every variety show, and beyond his comedic chops, he's a whiz at puzzles, often appearing as a regular on knowledge-based game shows. Fun fact: back in 2015, he openly came out as bisexual on a TV show, stating he "likes beautiful people, regardless of gender."
On Kazu Laser's X account, the couple posted a joint statement: "We extend our deepest gratitude for your continued support. We, Kazu Laser and Fumi Nikaido, are delighted to announce that we have officially registered our marriage."
We're both individuals with strong personalities and convictions, so while there might be moments of conflict or disagreement, we're committed to laughing our way through it all, together. Our hope is to build a relaxed and cheerful home.
To all our friends who have supported and cared for us along the way, we offer our heartfelt thanks. Moving forward, we'll dedicate ourselves even more to our work and strive to meet everyone's expectations. Your continued warm support would be our greatest joy.
And get this – Japanese netizens quickly dug up an old variety show clip from years ago where Fumi Nikaido openly gushed about how much she admired Kazu Laser, calling him her ideal type, both in looks and personality! Who knew they'd quietly get together and tie the knot all these years later?!
While their marriage definitely caught many fans off guard, it looks like a match made in heaven! Here's hoping for a long and happy future for the couple, as they continue to support each other in their entertainment careers.