Get ready for some major celeb news! Former KAT-TUN member Kazuya Kamenashi, 40, just dropped a bombshell announcement on his official fan club website this past Saturday, June 29. He’s tying the knot with former TBS announcer and current actress Minami Tanaka, 39, and they’re expecting their first child together!
Fans are absolutely ecstatic, showering the couple with well wishes for this double dose of happy news.
In a heartfelt handwritten letter to his fans, Kamenashi shared, "I will be marrying Minami Tanaka, and at the same time, we are welcoming a new life into the world." He also reaffirmed his passion for his entertainment career and expressed gratitude to his loyal fans for their unwavering support.
The couple first crossed paths around 2023 during a special interview project for the fashion magazine "MAQUIA." Their professional connection deepened when they co-starred in TV Asahi's drama "Destiny" in 2024.
Their romance has been under the spotlight for a while now. Back on New Year's Day 2024, media outlets hinted at a surprise marriage announcement, sending "serious dating" trending across Japanese social media.
The combination of their names even sparked playful comparisons among netizens, who dubbed them the "Reiwa-era 'Touch'" (referencing the classic manga "Touch" or "Miyuki"). Kamenashi's agency had previously commented, "They have maintained a good relationship since their work collaboration."