Rocky Aoki
Japanese-American wrestler and restaurateur (1938–2008) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Hiroaki Aoki (青木 廣彰, Aoki Hiroaki, October 9, 1938 – July 10, 2008), better known as Rocky Aoki, was a Japanese-American restaurateur, professional offshore powerboat racer and amateur wrestler. He was the founder of the Japanese cuisine restaurant chain Benihana, and Genesis magazine.
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Born | Hiroaki Aoki (1938-10-09)October 9, 1938 Tokyo, Japan |
Died | July 10, 2008(2008-07-10) (aged 69) New York City, New York, U.S. |
Resting place | Kuhombutsu Joshin-ji, Setagaya ward, Tokyo, Japan |
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Known for | Founding Benihana, Double Eagle V |
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Children | 7; including Steve and Devon |
Relatives | Yumi Nu (granddaughter) |
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He was also the father of musician Steve Aoki and model and actress Devon Aoki.