Yoshiyuki Sadamoto is a renowned Japanese artist and character designer, best known for his work on the popular anime and manga series Neon Genesis Evangelion. Born on August 16, 1962, he has made significant contributions to the anime industry, particularly in character design and illustration. In addition to his work on Neon Genesis Evangelion, Sadamoto has also illustrated various other projects, including the manga adaptation of Kare Kano (His and Her Circumstances). His unique style and ability to convey emotion through character design have earned him a dedicated following and recognition in the world of anime and manga.