John Burgmeier
Voice ActorJohn Burgmeier is a veteran American voice actor and former Funimation head writer best known for playing Tien in the Dragon Ball franchise and Kurama in YuYu Hakusho, and he voices Graf Granat in the English dub of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Role
Burgmeier voices Graf Granat in the English dub of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, adding another supporting anime credit to a resume built over decades in the dubbing industry. His work on the series draws on the same steady character acting instincts he has applied across long running franchises like Dragon Ball and One Piece. The role reflects the kind of grounded, veteran presence English dub casting directors have long sought him out for. It is a smaller but fitting addition to his extensive catalog of anime credits.
Career and Notable Roles
Burgmeier is best recognized for voicing Tien in the Dragon Ball series and Kurama in YuYu Hakusho, with further credits including Shigure Sohma in Fruits Basket, Eyes Rutherford in Spiral, and Switzerland in Hetalia: Axis Powers. Away from the microphone he spent years as Funimation's head writer, overseeing ADR scripts including the One Piece dub, a post he held until stepping down in 2018. His mother, Linda Young, built her own long career as a voice actress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does John Burgmeier voice?
John Burgmeier is best known for voicing Tien in the Dragon Ball franchise and Kurama in YuYu Hakusho. He has also voiced Shigure Sohma in Fruits Basket, Eyes Rutherford in Spiral, and Switzerland in Hetalia: Axis Powers.
Is John Burgmeier in One Piece?
Burgmeier's connection to One Piece comes through his years as Funimation's head writer, where he oversaw ADR scripts including the One Piece dub. That role reflects his behind the scenes work as much as his on screen voice credits.
Who does John Burgmeier voice in Frieren: Beyond Journey's End?
Burgmeier voices Graf Granat in the English dub of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. The role adds another supporting anime credit to a resume built over decades in the dubbing industry.
Is John Burgmeier related to any other voice actors?
Yes, Burgmeier's mother, Linda Young, built her own long career as a voice actress. Voice acting runs in the family alongside his decades of work in the dubbing industry.
When did John Burgmeier step down as Funimation's head writer?
Burgmeier stepped down from his post as Funimation's head writer in 2018, after years overseeing ADR scripts for the studio. He held the position while also continuing his voice acting work on shows like Dragon Ball and YuYu Hakusho.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Headquarters based on the Frieren: Beyond Journey's End anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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