Tsuji Nozomi getting married”, agency officially announced. Press conference to be held on the 10th.
The marriage of actor Sugiura Taiyou(26) and ex-Morning Musume Tsuji Nozomi (19) was announced by both of their agencies on the 8th. They got to know each other in April of last year through a common friend. Since then, they’ve been dating each other as a prerequisite for their marriage. Tsuji had to leave a theater play she acted in due to health problems in the middle of April, but during re-examination in May, it was discovered that she was in her 9th week of pregnancy.
As she needs peace, she has decided to cease her showbusiness activites.
Tsuji retires from the unit “Gyaruru”, which means that the future of the unit is under consideration, while her TV anime voice acting role will use a substitute.
Tsuji’s showbusiness father, producer Tsunku says: “She’s been doing a good job as a singer until now, and now that she’s met the love of her life, she will be able to gain new experiences!”.
The press conference with the official marriage announcement is to be held on the 10th.
Nikkan Sports brings an editorial about Tsuji’s case, including some “facts” not revealed yet.
- UFA is quite shocked by Tsuji’s lack of responsibility towards her duties (theater play, Gyaruru, etc), and it is expected Tsuji will be asked to leave H!P for good.
- UFA suggested Tsunku pull Tsuji out of Gyaruru, and decided on Tsuji’s long-term hiatus. Also, there is no mention of further plans for Tsuji after her maternity leave, so it looks like UFA is not counting on her in the future.
- although Tsunku expressed his joy for Tsuji, UFA definitely doesn’t share it. They organized some urgent meetings to teach staff how to handle media pressure, and many high-ranked managers were contacting related partners and apologizing for Tsuji’s actions. Also, H!P members apparently received some lessons in morals again.
- due to this uproar, Yossie had to take Tsuji’s role in the play, but as her dinner show, which was planned on this month’s 24/25th, was postponed, she can hardly hide her anger. She sees it as an insult toward her own fans.
- a source from UFA says Tsuji was talking about her marriage in advance. After receiving a shock from Kago’s case, she decided to give priority to love and marriage before work.
Tsjui Nozomi Pregnant and getting married. Here is the interview:
Tsuji “I’m sorry for this sudden turn of events, and I’d like to apologize to my fans and staff in my company for any troubles caused. Please watch over me even from now on!”
Taiyou: “I’m sorry for causing trouble to Tsuji’s fans and company staff. After dating for some time, in January we both decided to get married.”
When exactly did your love relationship start?
Sugiura: It was around summer of last year.
And when was marriage considered?
Sugiura: January of this year.
In what month of pregnancy are you?
Tsuji: I’m in my ninth week.
How was the proposal worded?
Sugiura: Ah, this is embarrassing. I love her smile, so it was: “I love to see you smiling, so let me see that smile for the rest of my life. Would you stay with me forever?”
Tsuji-san, how did you react?
Tsuji: Frankly, when I heard that, there was a sudden whiteout inside my head, and I was so happy that I instantly started to cry.
How did you time your proposal?
Sugiura: It was on my birthday, in a car while driving. I gave her the ring then. [Sugiura’s birthday is March 10th.]
What kind of ring is it?
Tsuji: The birthstone for June. [pearl]
Did you think about abortion?
Sugiura: It’s a life born as a result of our love, and we’d like to take good care of this life.
Weren’t you surprised hearing about the pregnancy?
Sugiura: We both didn’t know what to say, so we just laughed. But we were both happy.
Weren’t your parents surprised?
Tsuji: I’ve been talking about my wedding plans with both my family and agency. It’s natural to think about marriage when you’re dating someone. Both of my parents understood this well, and although it was our decision, they were supporting it wholeheartedly.
How did you announce it to the Morning Musume members and your other colleagues?
Tsuji: I sent an email to each one, and they all instantly replied back, saying “Congrats” or “It could be hard from now on, but do your best!”
Were they surprised?
Tsuji: Yes, especially the older members. Like, “I never thought Tsuji would come first.” That was a comment from a certain 34-year-old member.
Where did you meet?
Sugiura: Accidentally, at a friend’s house. In a very ordinary way.
It was reported that you got to know each other through ex-Morning Musume member Yaguchi Mari…
Sugiura: It had nothing to do with Yaguchi-san. It was through a non-celebrity friend.
What about your work from now on?
Tsuji: I’m aware of the troubles caused to many people by my withdrawal from the play and Gyaruru, and I really feel sorry, but I think that the life blooming in my belly is more important than anything else. I’m sorry, but I want to give birth to this baby. If and when things start to calm down, I’m ready to come back and start from scratch again.
Do you two argue?
Sugiura: Yes, but nothing big.
What’s the usual reason?
Tsuji: Me. This relationship is about getting bound to each other, and I’m quite selfish about many things, etc.
Who comes out with the apology first?
Tsuji: No one apologizes. We just go to sleep, and when we wake up, we say “Morning!” to each other.
If it’s a girl, would you let her join Morning Musume?
Tsuji: Well, I’ve been in the group and in showbusiness since I finished elementary school at the age of 12, so I think she has to finish junior/senior high at least, and then it would be okay.
If it’s a boy, would you like him to become an Ultraman?
Sugiura: Of course. My dream since elementary school was to become an Ultraman once. I would be glad to show him Ultraman as well.
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UPDATED: Tsuji had a little girl.
