Michael Kopsa
Voice ActorMichael Kopsa was a Canadian actor who voiced Takeshi Ooi, a member of the Yotsuba Group, in the English dub of Death Note.
Death Note Role
Kopsa voices Takeshi Ooi, the eldest and most outspoken member of the Yotsuba Group who chairs its meetings with the Yotsuba Kira as the company works to eliminate business rivals. Ooi dies alone at his desk from a sudden heart attack once Light Yagami writes his name in the Death Note, one of several Yotsuba executives killed off together.
Career and Notable Roles
He's remembered for three animated roles in particular: Char Aznable from the English Mobile Suit Gundam dub, Commander Volcott O'Huey on Galaxy Angel, and Roger Baxter on Littlest Pet Shop. Kopsa worked steadily in Vancouver's dubbing industry from the late 1970s until his death in October 2022 at age 66.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael Kopsa's most famous role?
Kopsa is best remembered for voicing Char Aznable in the English dub of Mobile Suit Gundam. It's the role most closely associated with his decades of anime dubbing work.
What TV shows did Michael Kopsa star in?
Kopsa voiced Commander Volcott O'Huey on Galaxy Angel and Roger Baxter on Littlest Pet Shop. Both roles came from his long run in Vancouver's dubbing industry.
Who did Michael Kopsa voice in Death Note?
Kopsa voiced Takeshi Ooi, the eldest and most outspoken member of the Yotsuba Group. Ooi dies alone at his desk from a sudden heart attack once Light Yagami writes his name in the Death Note.
When did Michael Kopsa die?
Kopsa died in October 2022 at age 66. He had continued working in the industry into 2020, according to his listed years active.
How long did Michael Kopsa work in the dubbing industry?
Kopsa worked steadily in Vancouver's dubbing industry from the late 1970s until close to his death in 2022, a career spanning more than four decades. Born in 1956, he built that career mostly around anime dub roles.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Headquarters based on the Death Note anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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