Kaoru Matsumoto
Biography
Kaoru Matsumoto, born November 11, 1960 in Kumagaya, Saitama, Japan, is a Japanese actress and semi‑retired professional wrestler. She works under the stage name ダンプ松本 and is also known internationally as Dump Matsumoto. TMDB lists her gender as female and records 29 acting credits to date. While primarily recognized for her work in film and television, Matsumoto first gained public attention as a leading female wrestler in All Japan Women’s Pro‑Wrestling during the 1980s, heading the stable Gokuaku Domei and engaging in a high‑profile rivalry with the tag team Crush Gals. Her career spans both athletic and screen performances.
Career overview
Kaoru Matsumoto is a Japanese professional wrestler known by her ring name Dump Matsumoto. She is a semi-retired wrestler who came to prominence in the 1980s as one of the leading female wrestlers in All Japan Women's Pro-Wrestling. Matsumoto was the longtime leader of the stable Gokuaku Domei, which included other notable wrestlers.
As a wrestler, Matsumoto was involved in a long-running feud with the popular tag team Crush Gals, resulting in some of the highest rated televised matches in Japanese television. Her matches regularly sold out arenas, indicating her significant popularity in Japan during the 1980s. Matsumoto's wrestling career is notable for its impact on Japanese television and her enduring popularity.
Kaoru Matsumoto is also known for her acting career, with 29 known credits. Her acting work is a notable aspect of her career, although specific details about her acting roles are not provided. Matsumoto's acting career has been a significant part of her professional endeavors, demonstrating her versatility as a performer.
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Full Filmography
28 titles- Marigold 2nd Anniversary Show: Shine Forever 2026 ~A Glorious Celebration~ (2026) as Dump Matsumoto
- NOAH: The New Year 2025 (2025) as Dump Matsumoto
- Stardom New Year Dream 2025 (2025) as Dump Matsumoto
- NJPW Superhuman Taiji Ishimori Gets Even More Ridiculous (2025) as Dump Matsumoto
- NJPW Superhuman Taiji Ishimori Gets Ridiculous One More Time (2025) as Dump Matsumoto
- Dream Star★Fighting Marigold (2024) as Dump Matsumoto
- Stardom Nagoya Golden Fight 2024 (2024) as Dump Matsumoto
- Mazekoze Ichiza Murder Case (2024)
- Stardom Midsummer Festival 2023 (2023) as Dump Matsumoto
- Stardom Halloween Dark Night 2023 ~House of Terror~ (2023) as Dump Matsumoto
- Marvelous That's Women Pro Wrestling (2015) as Dump Matsumoto
- Bull Nakano Retirement Show (2012) as Dump Matsumoto
- Stardom on Stardom World (2011) as Dump Matsumoto
- AJW Classics (2007) as Dump Matsumoto
- Crying Freeman 5: Abduction in Chinatown (1992) as Baiya Shan (voice)
- Okoge (1992) as Izakaya guest
- The Skull Soldier (1992)
- Female Prisoner Scorpion: Death Threat (1991)
- High Heels Gang (1991)
- The Devils of the Ring (1991) as Danpu Matsumoto (self)
- Female Punisher Zebra 2: Action Edition (1990) as Tamako
- Tetsuro Tamba's Great Spirit World 2: I was surprised when I died!! (1990)
- Crying Freeman 3: Shades of Death, Part 2 (1990) as Baiya Shan (voice)
- Female Punisher Zebra: Sexy Edition (1990) as Tamako
- Crying Freeman 2: Shades of Death, Part 1 (1989) as Baiya Shan (voice)
- Crying Freeman (1988) as Baiya Shan (voice)
- The Best of the WWF: volume 16 Around the World (1988) as Condor Saito
- AJW Kamikiri Match Chigusa Nagayo vs. Dump Matsumoto (1986) as Dump Matsumoto
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kaoru Matsumoto best known for?
Kaoru Matsumoto is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Dream Star★Fighting Marigold (2024), Stardom Nagoya Golden Fight 2024 (2024), Stardom on Stardom World (2011), Crying Freeman 5: Abduction in Chinatown (1992).
When and where was Kaoru Matsumoto born?
Kaoru Matsumoto was born on November 11, 1960 in Kumagaya, Saitama, Japan.
How many credits does Kaoru Matsumoto have?
Kaoru Matsumoto has accumulated over 28 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1986 to 2026.
What is Kaoru Matsumoto's background in cinema and television?
Kaoru Matsumoto, born November 11, 1960 in Kumagaya, Saitama, Japan, is a Japanese actress and semi‑retired professional wrestler. She works under the stage name ダンプ松本 and is also known internationally as Dump Matsumoto. TMDB lists her gender as female and records 29 acting credits to date. While primarily recognized f...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Stardom on Stardom World (2011) as Dump Matsumoto — aged about 50
- Crying Freeman (1988) as Baiya Shan (voice) — aged about 27
- Dream Star★Fighting Marigold (2024) as Dump Matsumoto — aged about 63
- Crying Freeman 5: Abduction in Chinatown (1992) as Baiya Shan (voice) — aged about 31
- Crying Freeman 2: Shades of Death, Part 1 (1989) as Baiya Shan (voice) — aged about 28
- Stardom Nagoya Golden Fight 2024 (2024) as Dump Matsumoto — aged about 63
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