Ryota Katayose (片寄 涼太,Katayose Ryōta; born 29 August 1994) is a Japanese singer and actor. He is a vocalist ofGenerations from Exile Tribe and is represented byLDH.
Katayose is the only child.[2] He learned to play piano from his grandfather and father.[3] He was a keen football player in his youth. He joined the National Training Center to join the team. In February 2010, Katayose participated in theVocal Audition 2: Yume o Motta Wakamono-tachi e, becoming a finalist. He then joined Osaka's EXPG (Exile Professional Gym) on a scholarship.[4] On 19 July 2011, Katayose became a candidate for Generations and an official member on 17 April 2012. On 21 November 2011, they made a major debut with the single "Brave It Out". He made his acting debut in the dramaGTO. Katayose starred in a leading role for the films,My Brother Loves Me Too Much andRide Your Wave.[5]
On January 1, 2023, Katayose married actressTao Tsuchiya, and announced that they are expecting their first child together.[6] On August 29, 2023, Tsuchiya and Katayose announced the birth of their first child.[7]
