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 (31–40)
Shigeo Nagashima
When it comes to easily impersonated legends who represent the world of sports, Shigeo Nagashima is surely at the top of the list.
Many people imitate him, and no matter who does it, it’s easy for others to recognize, “Oh, that’s Shigeo Nagashima.”
Sunshine Ikezaki
If you’re a man who’s good at projecting a loud voice and high energy, I recommend impersonating Sunshine Ikezaki.
His act features a costume with a white sleeveless shirt with red stripes and “Sunshine Ikezaki” printed on it, blue shorts, and a headband—and above all, an relentlessly high-energy performance style.
Shout catchphrases like “Yeaah!” “Okaaay!” and “Justice!” and use full-power gestures to crank up the excitement with unstoppable momentum!
Rola
If you can do an impression of model and TV personality Rola, it would really liven things up! Her unique way of speaking and the distinct hand gestures she uses when she talks give you plenty of signature moves to mimic, which is great for impressions.
As a repertoire item that women can perform, having this one up your sleeve could be a powerful weapon at parties or other entertainment settings.
Takuya Kimura
Takuya Kimura, a former member of SMAP, is extremely popular both as a singer and as an actor.
You often see impressions of him on TV variety shows.
Impressionists like Hori and Atsushi Motoki are famous for their Kimura impersonations and really resemble him.
If you listen with your eyes closed, you might think it’s actually him.
Taking a cue from them, when it comes to Takuya Kimura, the line “Cho, mate yo!” (“Hey, wait a sec!”) is famous.
Also, his role as an unconventional, maverick prosecutor in the drama HERO is often parodied.
Kunie Tanaka
Kunie Tanaka, one of Japan’s most iconic actors, is a true veteran.
His distinctive presence and look make him perfect for impersonations.
He’s appeared in numerous Japanese films and left a strong impression, so there are tons of famous lines and memorable scenes.
Try nailing his speech patterns and facial quirks, and give it a go.
It’ll be a fantastic addition to your repertoire that will resonate even with older generations!
Celebrities who are easy to impersonate: Popular impressions that people often do and that really hype up the crowd (41–50)
Kenichi Mikawa
This is one of impressionist Korokke’s classic routines.
In fact, you might feel like you’ve spent more time watching Korokke’s version of Kenichi Mikawa than the real Mikawa himself! The signature is that slicked-down hairstyle, so if you want a big laugh, it’s worth getting that wig.
For the facial mimicry, the basics are to twist your mouth and look disgruntled.
Keep your voice as low as possible! It’s also crucial to have the lyrics of the hit song “Sasori-za no Onna” down cold.
Korokke always holds the microphone at a right angle, so pay attention to those finer imitation details, too.
And try slipping in the famously popular commercial line—“Chotto hashikko arukinasai yo” (“Walk along the edge, would you?”)—throughout the song!
Shizuka Kudo
We used to see lots of TV impressions of Shizuka Kudo, the singer who’s married to former SMAP member Takuya Kimura, didn’t we? She has quite distinctive facial features, which people mimic, but if you also lean into the trendy hairstyles and padded-shoulder suits, it could become a really deep repertoire.
I’d love to see her impersonator perform together with someone who does a Takuya Kimura impression!