Mari Iijima
Biography
Mari Iijima is a Japanese singer and composer born on May 18, 1963, in Tsuchiura, Ibaraki, Japan. She first became known for her voice-acting role as Lynn Minmay in the anime Macross, also referred to as The Super Dimension Fortress Macross. Iijima signed with JVC Victor in 1982. Throughout her musical career, she published several albums in English. For her album No Limit, she received a nomination for best pop artist at the Los Angeles Music Awards in 2000. While she previously felt that her association with the character Lynn Minmay hindered her singing career, she now accepts the role as an important part of her life.
Career overview
Mari Iijima is a Japanese composer, singer, and actress born on May 18, 1963, in Tsuchiura, Ibaraki, Japan. She first gained recognition after being signed to JVC Victor in 1982, specifically for her voice-acting role as Lynn Minmay in the animated series The Super Dimension Fortress Macross. While this association is what made her most known, Iijima has stated that she was upset by it for a long time because she felt it hindered her career as a singer. She now accepts the role of Minmay as an important part of her life.
Beyond her voice acting, Iijima has maintained a successful musical career and has published several albums in English. Her work in music earned her a nomination for best pop artist at the Los Angeles Music Awards in 2000 for her album No Limit. According to The Movie Database, she is known for acting and has five known credits.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
5 titles- Nerawareta gakuen (1997) Theme Song Performance
- Pacific Blue (1996)
- The Super Dimension Fortress Macross: Flash Back 2012 (1987) as Lynn Minmay
- Macross: Do You Remember Love? (1984) as Lynn Minmay (voice)
- Super Dimension Fortress Macross (1982) as Lynn Minmay (voice)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Mari Iijima best known for?
Mari Iijima is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Pacific Blue (1996), The Super Dimension Fortress Macross: Flash Back 2012 (1987), Macross: Do You Remember Love? (1984), Shadow of a Doubt (1943).
When and where was Mari Iijima born?
Mari Iijima was born on May 18, 1963 in Tsuchiura, Japan.
How many credits does Mari Iijima have?
Mari Iijima has accumulated over 5 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1982 to 1997.
What is Mari Iijima's background in cinema and television?
Mari Iijima is a Japanese singer and composer born on May 18, 1963, in Tsuchiura, Ibaraki, Japan. She first became known for her voice-acting role as Lynn Minmay in the anime Macross, also referred to as The Super Dimension Fortress Macross. Iijima signed with JVC Victor in 1982. Throughout her musical career, she publ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Super Dimension Fortress Macross (1982) as Lynn Minmay (voice) — aged about 19
- Macross: Do You Remember Love? (1984) as Lynn Minmay (voice) — aged about 21
- The Super Dimension Fortress Macross: Flash Back 2012 (1987) as Lynn Minmay — aged about 24
- Pacific Blue (1996) — aged about 33
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