Mary Elizabeth McGlynn

Mary Elizabeth McGlynn appeared in Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods as a Policewoman character in a deliberate homage to her iconic role as the Major in Ghost in the Shell. This cameo appearance acknowledged her significance within anime dubbing history and represented her direct involvement with the Dragon Ball film series. Beyond her acting role, McGlynn has directed ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement) work for Dragon Ball, ensuring quality voice direction and consistency across English dubs.

McGlynn is renowned for her extensive work in English-language dubbing of anime, animated films, and video games, making her one of the most recognized voice actresses in the industry. She is best known globally for voicing the Major in Ghost in the Shell. As an ADR director, she guides voice actors through recording sessions and ensures professional quality across productions. She is also a skilled singer-songwriter who contributes to anime soundtracks. McGlynn is married to fellow voice actor Steven Blum, making them a prominent couple within voice acting circles.