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2021 “The most brilliant heroes” are in full force! “GQ MEN OF THE YEAR 2021” Award Ceremony

“GQ JAPAN” (published by Condé Nast Japan) will hold the award ceremony of “GQ MEN OF THE YEAR 2021” on November 24, 2021 (Wednesday) to honor those who have shown overwhelming success in the year regardless of genre. ) Was held.

A total of 16 winners of “GQ MEN OF THE YEAR 2021”!
On the day of the event, Shi Abe (judo artist), Ichizo Abe (judo artist), Amuro Tsuzuki (actress), Kanoa Igarashi (professional surfer), Kinya Kitaoji (actor), Takumi Kitamura (actor) Actor / Artist), JP THE WAVY (Rapper), Atsushi Shison (Actor), Amuro Tsuzuki (Pro Surfer), Keiyo Noguchi (Professional Free Climber), Magical Lovely (Entertainer), Yuriyan Retriever (Entertainer) and LEX (artist) gathered at the venue to present trophies, give speeches by the winners, cross-talk sessions, and a one-night special live performance by JP THE WAVY and LEX. Magical Lovely’s comical talent “Aurora” and Yuriyan Retriever’s conte “Speech” were shown.
* TOMORROW X TOGETHER, Yuto Horigome, and Koji Yakusho will appear on the VTR.
In addition, this year, which will be the 16th time to be held in Japan, the award ceremony will be broadcast live on the official YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok accounts of “GQ JAPAN” so that more readers can enjoy it. It was exciting.
In the March issue of “GQ JAPAN” released on February 1, 2022, we will introduce the report of the day of the “GQ MEN OF THE YEAR 2021” award ceremony and the state of the special live performance with the photos of the day.

“GQ JAPAN” Editor-in-Chief Suzuki “I want to praise the people who have given courage to the courageous people who support us this year.”
First of all, Masafumi Suzuki, Editor-in-Chief of “GQ JAPAN”, said, “This year’s Men of the Year will be delivered in the same way as last year. I hope that we can do it in real live next year.” I had high expectations for.
“This year’s theme is the year of heroes. We are supported by many key workers in such an era. However, the people who have given courage to such key workers are art, entertainment, I think they are involved in literature, so at this year’s Men of the Year, I would like to commend those who have given courage to the courageous people who support us. ” Said.

Magic Lovely “I think the award named Hero is appropriate.”

The award ceremony began, and the first to appear were the two Magic Lovely who won the “Men of the Year Best Comedy Duo Award”.
When asked about his impressions of the award, Mr. Noda said, “I think this award named Hero is appropriate because I took off my upper body at the bottom of the M-1 Grand Prix 2017.” Murakami: “Thank you. We. , I realized that it was a duo (laughs) “, expressing humorous joy. In addition, the popular story “Aurora” was shown, and the comment section of YouTube Live also showed great excitement.

In addition, JP THE WAVY, who has gained tremendous support from hip-hop fans, received the “Men of the Year Best Rap Artist Award”, and LEX, who achieved numerous achievements at the age of 19, received “Men”.・ Of the Year Breakthrough Artist Award ”was presented.

JP THE WAVY said, “I’m very happy to receive such an award. Last year, I was depressed because I hadn’t had it before, but after a year, I’ve learned how to get along, so this year I’m always “I was able to return to myself and do activities,” said LEX, “I’m happy, but I’ve believed that I’m talented, so I think I’ve finally been rewarded.” Was there.

“Men of the Year Hero Olympian Award” with all the brave men who impressed Japan this summer

Uta Abe, Hifumi Abe, Kanoa Igarashi, Amuro Tsuzuki, Akiyo Noguchi, and Yuto Horigome were selected for the “Men of the Year Hero Olympian Award”. ..
“I was surprised at first, but now I’m full of joy (Uta Abe)” “I’m really happy and I’m glad I won the Tokyo Olympics (Hifumi Abe)” ” It was a memory that I will never forget when I received the award in the year of the Olympic Games, and thank you for your support (Mr. Igarashi). “

“I am honestly happy. I am glad that I have worked hard so far (Mr. Tsuzuki).” “Actually, I have been aiming for several years, so I was happy to receive this award (Mr. Noguchi).” And each commented on the impression of the award.
Unfortunately, Mr. Horigome, who was absent, also delivered a message saying, “I think that if you have a dream, you can make it come true with just one skateboard, so if you have a dream, please do your best toward that dream.” Gave me.
Next, Kinya Kitaoji, who won the “Men of the Year Legend Award”, appeared. “I came while looking up at the backs of many great legends. It feels like I’ve finally reached the foot of the mountain,” he said with the joy of receiving the award.

In fact, Mr. Kitaoji has experience in judo and surfing. “Isn’t the waves scary?” “Isn’t the cliff scary?”
In particular, when Mr. Kitaoji said, “I’m from Kyoto, I only know Kamogawa when it comes to water, and I’m afraid of the waves.” But that’s an interesting place, “replied Mr. Igarashi and Mr. Tsuzuki. Also, when Magic Lovely Noda asked a question about body building, Igarashi said, “Surfing is also paddling and it is difficult even after riding the waves, so I used to do yoga and weight training. I do it almost every day. “

A one-night special live performance by JP THE WAVY and LEX

Then, a video message from Mr. Koji Yakusho, who won the “Men of the Year Best Actor Award”, was aired.
Mr. Yakusho said, “I’m very sorry that I couldn’t attend the award ceremony, but I’m very happy to receive this award.”

At the venue, JP THE WAVY and LEX, who led the 2021 hip-hop scene, performed a one-night special live performance, and Mr. Tsunoda said, “No, it was stylish and amazing.” I was overwhelmed! “

A large gathering of popular actors!Each talks about their passion for the award 

At the end of the award ceremony, Mr. Takumi Kitamura, who won the “Men of the Year Breakthrough Actor Award”, and Kasumi Arimura, who won the “Men of the Year Best Actress Award”. Mr. Jun Shison, who won the “Men of the Year Inspiration Award”, has appeared.

Regarding the award, Mr. Kitamura said, “I was involved in many works this year, and there were many staff and cast members I met there. And the band DISH //, who is the vocalist, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. I wonder if the path I have taken leads to this kind of place today, and I feel that the meaning of my efforts has been rewarded. ” Mr. Arimura said, “Thank you very much for today. I am really grateful that standing in such a place will give me a chance to face myself again,” he said with a smile and a joyful speech. Mr. Shison said, “It’s been 10 years since I started working as an actor. I was sick and sometimes I couldn’t accept” Why am I “, but to the people who helped me. I am grateful and will continue to do my best with all my strength. “

Yuriyan Retriever shows off “that” material that is perfect for the award ceremony! “Thank you so much!”
Yuriyan Retriever, who won the “Men of the Year Best Comedian Award”, appeared in the “Speech” contest, which is perfect for the award ceremony, with her impressions of the award in English. After acting with tears for a while, he expressed his joy, saying, “Surprise. Thank you so much!”

TOMORROW X TOGETHER, who won the “Men of the Year Pop Icon Award”, which was a video appearance from South Korea, is very honored to be awarded the “GQ MEN OF THE YEAR” (SOOBIN). ) My goal for next year is to have a concert with our MOA (fans). I’m looking forward to going to Japan again and seeing you as soon as possible! (BEOMGYU) ” Sent me.

In crosstalk, when Mr. Kitamura asked Mr. Shison, who has many hobbies, about his hidden hobbies, he said, “Recently, I play golf exclusively! Immediately answered. Mr. Tanaka and Mr. Tsunoda unintentionally said to Mr. Kitamura, “I’m going to get out of the car next time, so let’s go seriously! I’ll do something about it!” It’s good! Please make sure that the situation is closely related to the program! (Laughs) “.
The event ended successfully in the excitement that the heat was transmitted through the screen.

* The representative questions of each winner are listed in the attached PDF.

“GQ MEN OF THE YEAR 2021” live distribution overview

Date and time: November 24, 2021 (water) 19:30~
■ Guests: Uta Abe (judoka), Hifumi Abe (judoka), Kasumi Arimura (actress),
Kanoa Igarashi (professional surfer), Kinya Kitaoji (actor), Takumi Kitamura (actor / artist),
JP THE WAVY (rapper), Jun Shison (actor), Amuro Tsuzuki (professional surfer),
TOMORROW X TOGETHER (artist), Akiyo Noguchi (professional free climber),
Magic Lovely (entertainer), Yuto Horigome (skateboarder), Koji Yakusho (actor),
Yuriyan Retriever (entertainer), LEX (artist) * Japanese syllabary order
* TOMORROW X TOGETHER, Yuto Horigome, and Koji Yakusho will appear on the VTR.
■ General moderator: Minami Tanaka, moderator: Akihiro Kakuta (Tokyo 03)

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YouTube account https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGTUg_WnYQ8

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In the January / February 2022 merger issue of “GQ JAPAN” released on November 25, interviews with the winners of “GQ MEN OF THE YEAR 2021” are posted. Don’t miss the specially taken photos that can only be seen on “GQ JAPAN”.
Furthermore, in the March issue of “GQ JAPAN” released on February 1, 2022, we will deliver a report on the day of the “GQ MEN OF THE YEAR 2021” award ceremony. I will introduce the state of the performance with the photos of the day.

【GQ JAPAN】

The Japanese version of the quality lifestyle magazine “GQ”, which was first published in the United States in 1957 and is currently published in 21 countries and regions. As an independent men’s lifestyle magazine that thinks about things from a global perspective, it has gained support from a wide range of people.
Editor-in-chief: Masafumi Suzuki / Release: 25th / Price: 880 yen / Issued by: Condenast Japan

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