Veteran Funimation actor whose cheerful, earnest Krillin became the heart of Dragon Ball, and whose Bardock showed the Saiyan warrior's noble determination.
Sonny Strait delivered the definitive English voice for Krillin across Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z, and beyond, capturing the loyal martial artist's mix of humor and heart. His Krillin endeared audiences with perfectly timed comedic delivery while also conveying genuine emotion during the character's dramatic moments. Strait also voiced Bardock in the films, bringing gravitas to the legendary Saiyan warrior, and took on roles as General Blue, Piano, and Giru, demonstrating his range across the franchise's cast.
Beyond Dragon Ball, Strait has voiced major characters in numerous anime and was the original voice of TOM, the iconic host of Cartoon Network's Toonami block where Dragon Ball Z first gained massive popularity in the United States. He has also worked as a writer on anime dub scripts and continued his association with the franchise through video games and spin-off content, cementing his legacy as one of the core voices of Dragon Ball's English legacy.
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