Speaking to People in a new interview, the Emmy-winning Shōgun actress said it was “exciting” to portray the Japanese artist, whose marriage to co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist John Lennon catapulted her into another stratosphere of fame.
“It’s just exciting because her story is so inspirational to me, and people really don’t know the true person that she was,” Sawai explained.
The Monarch: Legacy of Monsters star continued, “She’s an incredible artist. And also, she just was an independent woman and people didn’t like that. They wanted John for themselves and she was an easy target. And I think it’s very meaningful for me to be able to tell her story.”
Sawai also shared what her favorite aspect of Ono, now 93, is: “Just how bold she is. Oh my God,…
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