Kiyoshi Kawakubo
Voice ActorKiyoshi Kawakubo (1929-2019) was a Japanese voice actor affiliated with 81 Produce who voiced Guame, one of Lord Genome's four generals, in Gurren Lagann.
Gurren Lagann Role
Kawakubo voiced Guame the Immovable, one of the four generals serving Lord Genome and among the Beastmen's most formidable commanders opposing Team Dai-Gurren. The role placed the veteran actor, then in his late seventies, among the antagonist ranks of Gainax's 2007 series. It stands as one of his later career credits, coming near the end of a voice acting career that spanned nearly seven decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did Kiyoshi Kawakubo voice in Gurren Lagann?
Kiyoshi Kawakubo voiced Guame the Immovable, one of the four generals serving Lord Genome and among the Beastmen's most formidable commanders opposing Team Dai-Gurren.
How long was Kiyoshi Kawakubo's voice acting career?
Kawakubo spent nearly seven decades in the industry, working as a voice actor affiliated with 81 Produce from the early 1950s until his death in 2019.
When did Kiyoshi Kawakubo die?
Kiyoshi Kawakubo died in 2019 at the age of 89. His role as Guame in Gurren Lagann came near the end of his long voice acting career.
Where was Kiyoshi Kawakubo from?
Kawakubo was born and based in Yokohama, Japan. He was affiliated with the talent agency 81 Produce throughout his career.
How old was Kiyoshi Kawakubo when he voiced Guame in Gurren Lagann?
Kawakubo was born in 1929, making him in his late seventies when the Guame role placed him among the show's 2007 antagonist cast. It stands as one of his later career credits.
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