Dorothy Elias-Fahn
Voice ActorDorothy Elias-Fahn is an American voice actress born in 1962, previously credited as Dorothy Melendrez, who lent her voice to several supporting characters in the English dub of Bleach, the anime produced by Studio Pierrot.
Bleach Role
In the English dub of Bleach, Elias-Fahn voices several supporting characters, including Hotaru Kanisawa, Yoshino Soma, and Misato Ochi, adding to a resume built largely on secondary and background parts across long-running anime series.
Career and Notable Roles
Elias-Fahn has worked in English-language anime dubbing since 1990, taking on lead parts including Naru Narusegawa in Love Hina, Konan in Naruto: Shippuden, Meryl Stryfe in Trigun, and Kaoru Kamiya in Rurouni Kenshin, plus credits spanning the Danganronpa series, Rozen Maiden, and Mobile Suit Gundam 0083.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Dorothy Elias-Fahn voice?
In the English dub of Bleach, Dorothy Elias-Fahn voices several supporting characters, including Hotaru Kanisawa, Yoshino Soma, and Misato Ochi. She has worked in English language anime dubbing since 1990.
Who voiced Konan in Naruto?
Dorothy Elias-Fahn voices Konan in Naruto: Shippuden, one of several lead roles in her career. She is also known for playing Meryl Stryfe in Trigun and Kaoru Kamiya in Rurouni Kenshin.
What is Dorothy Elias-Fahn's most famous lead role?
Elias-Fahn is known for playing Naru Narusegawa in Love Hina, one of several lead parts across her long dubbing career. This contrasts with her mostly supporting and background work in Bleach.
Was Dorothy Elias-Fahn credited under a different name?
Yes, Dorothy Elias-Fahn was previously credited as Dorothy Melendrez earlier in her career. She was born in 1962 and has worked in English language anime dubbing since 1990.
What other anime has Dorothy Elias-Fahn appeared in?
Elias-Fahn's credits span the Danganronpa series, Rozen Maiden, and Mobile Suit Gundam 0083, in addition to lead roles like Kaoru Kamiya in Rurouni Kenshin. Her career in English language anime dubbing dates back to 1990.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Bleach anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byTite Kubo
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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