Gorō Naya
Japanese actor and director of anime
Born
November 17th, 1929
95 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Japan
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Born in 1929, this individual achieved prominence as an actor and director in Japanese television and film. Renowned for contributions to voice acting, particularly in the popular anime series 'Doraemon', provided the voice for the titular character for many years. Also directed various projects, impacting the anime industry.
Voiced Doraemon in the anime series
Directed several anime films
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