Celebrities who are easy to impersonate: Popular impressions that are often mimicked and get the crowd going
Impersonating celebrities is a classic way to get the crowd going at company parties and mixers.
It’s also popular as entertainment or even for self-introductions, and plenty of people probably want to give it a try themselves.
That said, it can be hard to decide which celebrity to impersonate, and ideally you’d want to know some impressions that are easy to learn!
So in this article, we’ll introduce lots of simple, approachable celebrity impressions that are sure to liven up any event.
We’ve picked well-known celebrities regardless of gender, so choose the impression that suits you best and take your time practicing.
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Celebrities who are easy to impersonate: Popular and crowd-pleasing impressions (61–70)
Yosui Inoue
Speaking of godlike impersonations, there’s Kanuzuki the impressionist’s take on Yosui Inoue.
No matter how many times you see it, it’s hilarious and incredibly accurate.
The classic Yosui Inoue impersonation look features an afro-like hairstyle and black sunglasses.
If you want a guaranteed hit, make sure to prepare those.
A nasal tone and a sticky, lingering vocal delivery are essential points for the impression.
For song choices: if you want to power through on momentum, go with “Kazarijanai no yo Namida wa” (“Tears Aren’t Just for Show”); if you’re confident in your impersonation, “Shonen Jidai” (“Boyhood”) is recommended.
And don’t forget to check out the famous catchphrase from the commercial: “Minasan, ogenki desu ka?” (“Hello everyone, how are you?”)
Shinya Ueda
These days, Shinya Ueda of the comedy duo Cream Stew is often active as an MC who runs entire shows.
Beyond variety programs, he’s also drawing attention as a news anchor.
When it comes to impersonating Ueda, that would be Yanō from Galibenz.
It’s beyond just “sounding similar”—if you only heard the voice, you might honestly think it was the man himself.
One of Ueda’s trademarks is peppering conversations with little fillers like “ah” and “er.” Also, in his punchlines—like “What is this, Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano or what?!”—you can catch a subtle hint of high-level wit.
If you’re going to impersonate him, it’s a good idea to prep some difficult vocabulary in advance!
Mika Nakashima
Mika Nakashima is distinctive in both her makeup and singing.
If you’re a woman, approaching it from the appearance side could be a good idea.
Her eye makeup is a notable feature, so women should be able to imitate it right away.
If you have long hair, you might resemble her even more.
As for tips on impersonating Mika Nakashima’s singing, impressionist Mr.
Shachihoko once said that the key is to “sing all the lyrics using just the vowels a-i-u-e-o.” Be sure to study her famous hit songs, Yuki no Hana and ORION, in advance.
Hiroshi Itsuki
This is an impression that Akira Shimizu, the impersonation entertainer, is especially good at.
Hiroshi Itsuki is known for his narrow eyes, so the first step is to narrow your eyes.
Using the “tape trick” to stick eye-narrowing tape on your face is also good—you’ll definitely get laughs.
Also check out the classic gesture: with the hand not holding the mic, make a fist and slowly lower it diagonally.
If you’re aiming for laughs, go with “Yokohama Tasogare”; if you want to sing it properly, “Chigiri” is recommended.
And if you’re the type who’s fine with lots of practice, you might try Korokke’s “Robot Hiroshi Itsuki” impression!
Hitoshi Matsumoto
There are many impressionists who imitate Hitoshi Matsumoto from Downtown, but the leading ones are JP and Kazuto Matsumoto.
If you’re copying his appearance, short bleached hair, a muscular build, and a tight white T-shirt are essential.
For voice and mannerisms, JP is a great model.
When you chuckle, turn your back and laugh in small bursts; sprinkle in his catchphrase-like lines such as “It’s all about tension and release,” and throw in a big, surprised “Ehhhhhh” to give it that Matsumoto feel.
Above all, I recommend it to those who can speak natural Osaka dialect!