Nobuyo Ōyama

Voice Actress known for Doraemon

Nobuyo Ōyama - Voice Actress known for Doraemon
Born

October 16th, 1933
92 years ago

Died

2024
1 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Japan

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A prominent voice actress, contributed significantly to the Japanese entertainment industry. Debuted in the 1950s and became the voice of the beloved character Doraemon in the anime series that started airing in 1979. Provided voices for various characters in anime, films, and video games. In addition to voice acting, ventured into singing and performed theme songs related to animated series.

Voiced Doraemon in the anime series

Worked on multiple anime series and films

Involved in game voice acting

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