The actor who brought the Godzilla to life, Haruo Nakajima has died.
The star who wore the original Godzilla bodysuit – which was reportedly created of cement for almost 20 years of movies, beginning in 1954.
Nakajima was also renowned for playing Mothra and King Kong in the 1960s.
Fans have since taken to social media to pay tribute to the late Japanese actor.
Seeing news of Haruo Nakajima's passing. He will live on in his films and to those he inspired. RIP to the original Godzilla. #ゴジラ pic.twitter.com/OGrpQ1Udn7
— Jay ★ ジェイ (@sleestakk) August 7, 2017
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I am heartbroken to hear Haruo Nakajima has passed away. W/out him, there is no @GodzillaSays.
— 💥💥Mugsy Catizone💥💥 (@Mugsysam) August 7, 2017
Thank you for bringing my hero to life.
RIP pic.twitter.com/I0WMSejqh1
RIP, Haruo Nakajima (January 1, 1929 – August 7, 2017), who played Godzilla in his first twelve films from 1954-1972. pic.twitter.com/Tw2zkb5zzn
— Anthony Ogozalek (@OgozalekAnthony) August 7, 2017
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