Kazuko Sugiyama
Voice ActorKazuko Sugiyama is a Japanese actress who voiced the elderly form of the antagonist Dante in the original 2003 Fullmetal Alchemist anime.
Fullmetal Alchemist Role
Sugiyama played Dante, the centuries-old alchemist who manipulates the Homunculi from behind the scenes and is later revealed as Envy's biological mother, appearing across four episodes of the 2003 series. Her performance leaned into Dante's outward frailty as an elderly woman, masking the character's true menace until the plot exposes her.
Career and Notable Roles
Performing under her birth name Kazuko Shibukawa early on before adopting the Sugiyama stage name, she has spent close to six decades as a working actress and voice actress out of Nagoya, represented by Aoni Production. Her career was recognized in February 2010 with a Merit Award at the fourth Seiyu Awards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Kazuko Sugiyama voice in Fullmetal Alchemist?
Kazuko Sugiyama voices Dante, the centuries-old alchemist who secretly manipulates the Homunculi and is later revealed as Envy's biological mother, in the 2003 Fullmetal Alchemist anime. She appears across four episodes, playing up Dante's outward frailty as an elderly woman to mask the character's true menace.
What name did Kazuko Sugiyama perform under early in her career?
Sugiyama worked under her birth name, Kazuko Shibukawa, before adopting the Sugiyama stage name she performs under today. She is based in Nagoya and represented by Aoni Production.
Has Kazuko Sugiyama won any awards?
In February 2010, Sugiyama received a Merit Award at the fourth Seiyu Awards, recognizing her long career as a Japanese voice actress.
How long has Kazuko Sugiyama been a voice actress?
Born in 1947, Sugiyama has been active in the industry since 1966, giving her close to six decades as a working actress and voice actress.
Who is Kazuko Sugiyama?
Kazuko Sugiyama is a Japanese actress based in Nagoya and represented by Aoni Production. She is best known to Fullmetal Alchemist fans for playing the antagonist Dante in the original 2003 anime.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Fullmetal Alchemist anime series, manga, and official materials. Fullmetal Alchemist was created by Hiromu Arakawa, published by Square Enix, and animated by Bones. All rights to Fullmetal Alchemist and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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