GACKT, appearing on “Celebrity Ratings Check” for the first time in two years, “bond with a big-name host” behind the full-fledged resumption of his activities.

The show would not be the same without this man.

The “Celebrity Ratings Check” (TV Asahi) is now synonymous with New Year’s programs. It was announced that the program, titled “Celebrity Ratings Check! 2023 New Year’s Day Special,” would be broadcast on New Year’s Day again this year.

This year, too, the show will bring together a star-studded lineup of celebrities, from Akiko Wada (72) and Emiko Uenuma (67) to popular actors such as Yuriko Yoshitaka (34) and Takumi Kitamura (25). The most notable among them will be GACKT (49), who will return to the show after a two-year absence.

GACKT announced that he would take an indefinite hiatus in September 2020 due to a severe speech impediment. The filming of the sequel to the hit movie “Tonde Saitama,” in which he starred, has also been suspended. Since appearing on the show in 2009, GACKT has won 65 consecutive individual victories over a period of more than 10 years. I think there are many fans who are looking forward to breaking the record.

GACKT, who will resume his full-fledged entertainment activities after appearing on the show, is said to have been supported in his comeback by a major host. It was Masanori Hamada (59) of “Downtown” fame. A senior executive of an entertainment company said, “GACKT and Hamada are both very active in the entertainment business.

He invited Hamada to his home and they have built a good relationship. He has a good relationship with Mr. Hamada, who invites him to his home. “Ratings” is basically a pairing, but Mr. GACKT has been chosen to appear as a solo contestant as a special exception. Of course, there are production reasons for this, but I think Mr. Hamada is also concerned about creating a place for his ally to return to the show.

The two have been friends for 20 years, and when GACKT announced his hiatus, Hamada commented, “Gaku-chan, I’m waiting for you.

When GACKT announced his hiatus, Hamada commented, “Gaku-chan, I’ll be waiting for you.” During GACKT’s absence, YOSHIKI of “X JAPAN” took the unusual step of appearing in his place, and it is said that Hamada was the one who worked behind the scenes. It is said that the reason why YOSHIKI, who is a close friend of GACKT from “Downtown Now” (Fuji TV) and other programs, was asked to appear was to save the seat of GACKT, who is also a close friend of YOSHIKI’s.” (The same source)

The two men’s tight bond made it possible for them to appear on “Rating” for the first time in two years. Will GACKT be able to repay the expectations of Hamada, who has been waiting for his return more than anyone else, with his best performance? The results will be available at …….