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Ernie Hudson

Voice Actor

American actor from Michigan known for film and television roles who played Sifu Norris, a martial arts mentor, in the 2009 live-action Dragonball Evolution.

Role: voice_actor
Sub Role: Sifu Norris in Dragonball Evolution
Nationality: American
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Dragonball Evolution

Hudson appeared in Dragonball Evolution as Sifu Norris, a martial arts instructor in the film's adaptation of Dragon Ball's kung fu roots. His casting brought an established Hollywood presence to the live-action project, serving as a mentor figure to the protagonist Goku portrayed by Justin Chatwin.

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Acting Background

Hudson, born in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is an accomplished actor with a lengthy career in television and film. His work spans multiple decades and genres, making his involvement in the Dragonball Evolution film one of several high-profile projects in his professional portfolio.

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