Mizuki Itagaki, the Japanese actor, singer, and former member of the boy group M!LK, tragically passed away at the age of 24. His family shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, revealing that Mizuki had been missing since the end of January due to ongoing struggles with mental health issues. These challenges, which had been affecting him since 2024, ultimately led to his untimely death.
In their message, Mizuki’s family explained that they had been in contact with the Tokyo police, who confirmed that his body had been discovered. They expressed deep sorrow, stating, “We are deeply sorry to announce that Mizuki Itagaki has passed away due to a tragic incident. To all the fans who supported him with such warmth and to everyone who worked with him, we are incredibly grateful.”
Mizuki had been missing for several months, and his family shared that, despite his struggles, he had recently started taking steps toward returning to his career. “We apologize for not sharing this information sooner with those who had been concerned about him,” they continued. “Mizuki was always committed to bringing joy and smiles through his acting, and it’s heartbreaking that his life ended this way. It’s something even he likely didn’t foresee.”
The message concluded with a heartfelt tribute: “To everyone who supported him, we deeply regret that we couldn’t say a proper goodbye. We hope that you will continue to remember Mizuki and his work fondly. Thank you so much for all your love and support.”
In 2024, Mizuki announced his departure from Stardust Promotion and closed his official fan club. His acting career included roles in several films such as Ushijima the Loan Shark Part 2, Blue Spring Ride, Solomon’s Perjury, Hot Gimmick: Girl Meets Boy, Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken, and Don’t Lose Your Head. He also appeared in numerous TV shows like Burning Flower, Yell, and Awaiting Kirin.