Skip Beat! is an anime about idols adapted from the popular manga by Yoshiki Nakamura. The story of the anime focuses on the journey of Kyoko Mogami who tries to become a famous star so she can get revenge on her childhood friend.
In Skip Beat!, there are many interesting characters in the entertainment industry. Who are they? Check out the full discussion below!
10. Maria Takarada
For starters, there's the granddaughter of the president of L.M.E. named Maria Takarada. She often uses her cute face to attract sympathy from others. In addition, she greatly admires Kyoko as his idol.
Even so, Maria has a painful past because her mother died in a plane crash. She feels guilty for the incident and considers herself to be the cause of her mother's death.
9. Kyoko Apparitions
Kyoko Apparitions can be said to be the demon Kyoko who is obsessed with revenge. The two of them are often seen together. In addition, they likes to scare people who are around Kyoko for Kyoko's benefit.
When Kyoko feels bored and lacks enthusiasm, they always motivates Kyoko to keep moving forward. The funny thing is, this figure also often makes Kyoko shrouded in dark auras.
8. Hiroaki Ogata
The next most interesting character is Hiroaki Ogata. He acted as the director of a drama called Dark Moon. He had always lived in his father's shadow so he felt himself a failure.
Hiroaki has always believed that his works are nothing more than cheap copy of his father's. He fought hard to prove himself in the eyes of others. Fortunately, he has good friends like Ren and Kyoko who sincerely help him.
7. Reino
Next, there is the vocalist and leader of the band Vie Ghoul named Reino. He was assigned by his company to imitate Sho Fuwa and steal the attention of all Fuwa fans.
Reino had a bad impression when he first met Kyoko. However, he slowly begins to be attracted to Kyoko and always watches her secretly. He is obsessed with getting Kyoko's love.
6. Lory Takarada
Lory Takarada is the president of the company L.M.E. which is flamboyant. He was among the first to realize Kyoko's latent potential to become a great star.
Lory also made a special event called Love Me for Kyoko. He is also very concerned about Kyoko's condition, which is difficult to fall in love with. He likes to wonder about the past that Kyoko has experienced.
5. Kanae Kotonami
When she first appears, Kanae Kotonami looks like an enemy to Kyoko. However, she turns out to have a sympathetic nature and is able to make close friends with others. She and Kyoko become best friends after they won an audition.
Even though Kanae's personality is different from Kyoko's, the two of them have a lot in common. They both come from underprivileged families. In addition, they can understand and support each other.
4. Yukihito Yashiro
Next, there is a manager from Ren named Yukihito Yashira. He initially seems like a serious and reassuring character. However, he turns out to have a goofy side and is often the butt of jokes in stories.
Yukihito really supports the relationship between Ren and Kyoko. One of the unique things about him is that he always uses latex gloves because he can destroy electronic objects through his physical touch.
3. Sho Fuwa
Sho Fuwa is one of the main characters in the story Skip Beat!. He has a strong desire to become a star. Unfortunately, he has a violent nature and likes to take advantage of other people regardless of his feelings.
Sho takes Kyoko to Tokyo so he can make Kyoko his servant. That treatment made her hated by Kyoko. Despite their bad relationship, Sho secretly has feelings for Kyoko.
2. Ren Tsuruga
In contrast to Sho, Ren Tsuruga is an idol who has a polite nature and can respect others. He once regretted that Kyoko entered the entertainment industry only for the sake of revenge.
Ren also really cares about Kyoko and always supports her to become a great idol. He also loves Kyoko sincerely. Unfortunately, his struggle is not easy to get Kyoko's heart because he has to compete with other boys.
1. Kyoko Mogami
There may be no doubt that Kyoko Mogami is the best and most popular character in Skip Beat!. She is naturally kind and supportive. However, her personality became vengeful after she was let down by Sho Fuwa.
Kyoko also struggled to make a career in the entertainment industry and tried to make her more famous than Fuwa. She also her career from bottom and grew up step by step. Fortunately, she is surrounded by good people who fully support her talent and potential as entertainer.