TAKAYA HONDA
One of our favourite Neighbours gay husbands finishes our sentences.
Being on Neighbours changed everything because… It gave me an opportunity to put myself to the test, improve my craft, give my life some stability and give voice to underserved minorities.
The most famous person I’ve met is…
Deborra-lee Furness directing me, while Hugh Jackman watched on FaceTime!
My best on-set stuff up was when…
I told Deborra-lee her perfume smelt like candy, which I still think is a good thing, but my on-screen husband Matty Wilson still laughs at me for that one.
The best thing about kissing Matty Wilson is…
It means I’m on set with him! We have one of the best working partnerships I’ve ever experienced, and I hope it continues well into the future.
The worst thing about kissing Matty Wilson is…
I’m the one people are jealous of!
The final episode of Neighbours will be… Terribly sad to film, but hopefully a joyous occasion when it’s broadcast.
I’m shit scared of it, so I will never…
Do Big Wave Surfing. Normal surfing is a-okay for me.
If you want to make my blood boil, start talking about…
A minority you have a negative opinion of.
I feel sad when…
People find “difference” weird or scary and something to exploit or, an attack, rather than seeing it as enriching, interesting and something to embrace.
My death row last meal would be…
An entree of sushi and sashimi, a main of an incredible steak, potatoes cooked five different ways and green veggies cooked in butter and garlic. For dessert, cheesecake, and Japanese strawberry shortcake!
After Neighbours I will…
Keep working hard, strive to improve, and live life to the fullest as an actor and husband.
My gay mates are…
Some of the best people I know, who bring so much joy to my life!
The state of my hair right now is…
En point thanks to the wonderful Fred Le Marche (South Yarra hairstylist).
The state of my heart right now is…
Full, from the love of my wife Amy and our little dog Mia!
The state of my undies draw right now is…
Full of UNIQLO AIRism low rise boxer briefs. So comfy! #notsponsored #wishiwas
The worst thing about kissing Matty Wilson is I’m the one people are jealous of!