Satoru Sayama is a well-known acting recognized for their work in movies and TV shows. Over the years, they have gained popularity for their performances, versatility, and contribution to the entertainment industry. On CinemaToday, you can explore detailed information about their biography, career, movies, and TV appearances.
Satoru Sayama (佐山 聡, Sayama Satoru) is a Japanese professional wrestler, mixed martial artist, writer, and mixed martial arts (MMA) and wrestling promoter, best known as the original Tiger Mask. He has wrestled under his real name as well as the names Sammy Lee, and masked Super Tiger, Tiger King, Tiger Mask and The Mask of Tiger. He is the only man to hold the WWF Junior Heavyweight Championship and the NWA World Junior Heavyweight Championship simultaneously. He is also recognized as a pioneer in mixed martial arts, founding Shooto in 1985, one of the first MMA organizations in the world. Sayama also started mixed martial arts training and developed his own Shooto syllabus for learning what could be considered the first put together MMA training of its kind, with a focus on striking from arts like Boxing, Muay Thai and Karate, and grappling from Wrestling, Judo, and Sambo. The curriculum would help produce the first well rounded fighters of MMA several years before the first UFC event. He is also the founder of the martial art Seikendo and professional wrestling promotion Real Japan Pro Wrestling.
Satoru Sayama has appeared in several movies across different genres. Their filmography reflects a wide range of performances and memorable roles.
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Satoru Sayama continues to gain popularity due to strong audience interest and consistent performances.
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Feb 13, 1997
