Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, the iconic Shang Tsung from Mortal Kombat, has passed away at 75.

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, a recognizable face in the gaming and film world, has passed away at the age of 75. He is best known for his iconic role as Shang Tsung in the 1995 film adaptation of _Mortal Kombat_ and has lent his voice to the character in various games since 2013. Tagawa’s career spanned over 150 roles in film, television, and video games, showcasing his remarkable talent.

His portrayal of Shang Tsung, the malevolent sorcerer, became a defining moment in the _Mortal Kombat_ franchise, which also included his appearances in the web series _Mortal Kombat: Legacy_ and the promotional series _Mortal Kombat X: Generations_. Beyond this role, Tagawa was celebrated for his performance as Nobusuke Tagomi in Amazon’s _The Man in the High Castle_, and he appeared in a variety of other projects, including Tim Burton’s _Planet of the Apes_ and the sci-fi series _Lost in Space_. He even took on a role in the less-than-stellar 2010 film adaptation of _Tekken_.

In addition to his on-screen work, Tagawa was a talented voice actor, contributing to projects like _Star Wars: Visions_, _Blue Eye Samurai_, and _Star Wars: Rebels_. He reprised his role as Shang Tsung in several _Mortal Kombat_ games, including _Mortal Kombat 11_, and also lent his voice to _World of Warcraft: Legion_ and _Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu_. Notably, he appeared in the cult classic FMV game _Soldier Boyz_, which was co-directed by Darren Aronofsky.

Born in Tokyo, Tagawa trained in martial arts from a young age and studied karate at university. He made his film debut in Bernardo Bertolucci’s Oscar-winning _The Last Emperor_ in 1987, and his career continued to flourish with a diverse array of roles. Tagawa passed away on December 4, surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered by fans and gamers alike.