Glass no Kamen
Japanese title: ガラスの仮面
Type: TV
Episodes: 23
Premiered: spring 1984
Source: Manga
Genres: Drama, Romance
Studios: Eiken
Duration: 24 min per ep
Rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older

Kitajima Maya, a 13-year old girl with a talent for acting, was discovered by the reclusive actress Tsukikage. The story follows Maya's growing up, intense training, overcoming challenges, and evolving into the foremost actress of her generation (she is about 20 so far). Maya's greatest rival is Himekawa Ayumi, the beautiful daughter of a famous movie couple. They ultimately vied for the most sought-after role - the "Crimson Goddess". An equally important subplot Maya's relationship with the handsome and ruthless entertainment mogul Hayami Masumi, who secretly became her number one fan, but misunderstandings and bad-timing obstructed their romance...

(Source: ANN)