Katsuyuki Konishi
Voice ActorKatsuyuki Konishi is a Japanese voice actor represented by Ken Production, best known in the Gurren Lagann fandom for voicing Kamina, Simon's fiery mentor and the anime's breakout character.
Gurren Lagann Role
Konishi originated the role of Kamina, Team Gurren's larger-than-life leader and Simon's mentor, across Gurren Lagann's original 2007 broadcast. He has repeatedly named Kamina as his favorite character among his own roles and served as a guest at Anime Expo 2010 in Los Angeles to meet fans of the part. The performance remains one of the signature credits of his career, and he won Best Supporting Actor at the 9th Seiyu Awards in 2015.
Career and Notable Roles
Outside Gurren Lagann, Konishi has built one of the more recognizable voice acting resumes in anime, playing Laxus Dreyar in Fairy Tail, Tengen Uzui in Demon Slayer, and Diavolo in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind. He also voiced both Keigo Asano and Shuhei Hisagi in Bleach, and earlier in his career spent years portraying Phoenix Ikki in Saint Seiya.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Katsuyuki Konishi voice in Gurren Lagann?
Katsuyuki Konishi originated the role of Kamina, Team Gurren's larger-than-life leader and Simon's mentor, in Gurren Lagann's original 2007 broadcast. He has repeatedly named Kamina as his favorite among his own roles.
What awards has Katsuyuki Konishi won?
Konishi won Best Supporting Actor at the 9th Seiyu Awards in 2015. It is one of the recognitions tied to his long voice acting career.
What other anime characters has Katsuyuki Konishi voiced?
Konishi plays Laxus Dreyar in Fairy Tail, Tengen Uzui in Demon Slayer, and Diavolo in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind.
Does Katsuyuki Konishi have other Bleach roles?
Konishi voices both Keigo Asano and Shuhei Hisagi in Bleach. Earlier in his career he spent years portraying Phoenix Ikki in Saint Seiya.
When did Katsuyuki Konishi start voice acting?
Konishi has been active in the industry since 1996. He is represented by the talent agency Ken Production.
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