J.B. Blanc
Voice ActorJ.B. Blanc is a French actor working in Los Angeles animation and games who voices Sajin Komamura in the English dub of the Studio Pierrot anime Bleach.
Bleach Role
In the English dub, Blanc voices Sajin Komamura, the wolf-featured captain of the Seventh Division who fights to defend his squad's honor in the face of prejudice over his appearance. He also covers a wide range of supporting parts across the series, including Ginrei Kuchiki, Shrieker, and Arturo Plateado. That spread of roles is typical of English-language anime dubbing, where one actor often fills several minor Hollow, Espada, and Soul Society characters alongside a signature part.
Career and Notable Roles
Trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art with roots in British theatre, Blanc built a screen career highlighted by his recurring turn as Gus Fring's cartel physician on Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. In games and animation he voices Caustic in Apex Legends and Vander/Warwick in Arcane, and he picked up a 2023 Voice Arts Award for his performance in Harry Potter: Magic Awakened. He also directs voice work, having taken on directing duties for the English dub of L/R: Licensed by Royalty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has JB Blanc voiced?
J.B. Blanc voices Sajin Komamura in Bleach, Caustic in Apex Legends, and Vander and Warwick in Arcane. He spreads his work across anime, games, and animation alongside a live-action acting career.
Who does JB Blanc voice in games?
In games, Blanc voices Caustic in Apex Legends. It is one of several credits that sit alongside his English-dub work on anime like Bleach.
Who does J.B. Blanc voice in Bleach?
In the English dub, Blanc voices Sajin Komamura, the wolf-featured captain of the Seventh Division. He also covers supporting parts including Ginrei Kuchiki, Shrieker, and Arturo Plateado.
What live-action roles has J.B. Blanc played?
Blanc is recognized for his recurring turn as Gus Fring's cartel physician on Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. The role sits alongside training he received at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.
What awards has J.B. Blanc received?
Blanc picked up a 2023 Voice Arts Award for his performance in Harry Potter: Magic Awakened. He has also directed voice work, including the English dub of L/R: Licensed by Royalty.
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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