Billy Kametz
Voice actor in anime and video games
Born
1987
39 years ago
Died
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to the voice acting industry, particularly in anime and video games. Gained recognition for roles in popular series such as 'My Hero Academia' and 'The Seven Deadly Sins'. Worked on various video games, including 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses' and 'Pokemon Masters'. Received acclaim for voice performances that resonated with audiences, establishing a dedicated fan base throughout his career.
Voiced Tenya Iida in 'My Hero Academia'
Voiced the titular character in 'Higurashi: When They Cry'
Contributed to 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses' as a character voice
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