Ryōtarō Okiayu

Voice Actor and Singer, known for 'Dragon Ball'.

Ryōtarō Okiayu - Voice Actor and Singer, known for 'Dragon Ball'.
Born

November 17th, 1969
55 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Japan

Links & References

A prominent voice actor and singer from Japan, contributed significantly to the anime and gaming industry. Gained recognition for roles in popular series and video games. Voiced characters in 'Dragon Ball Z' and 'Inuyasha', among others. In addition to voice acting, pursued a successful career in music, releasing several singles and albums. Engaged in various voice work projects, showcasing versatility in character portrayal.

Voiced Trunks in 'Dragon Ball Z'

Voiced Sesshomaru in 'Inuyasha'

Performed in video game series

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