Dave Wittenberg
Voice ActorDave Wittenberg is a South African-born voice actor working in the United States, best known to Naruto fans as the English voice of Kakashi Hatake.
Naruto Role
Wittenberg headlined the English cast as Kakashi Hatake, the masked Copy Ninja who leads Team 7, a central role across the original Naruto series and Naruto: Shippuden. He also voiced the toad brothers Gamakichi and Gamatatsu, summoning companions tied to Naruto's own frog contracts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dave Wittenberg's most famous role?
Dave Wittenberg is best known for headlining the English cast of Naruto as Kakashi Hatake, the masked Copy Ninja who leads Team 7. The role runs across both the original Naruto series and Naruto: Shippuden.
Who does Dave Wittenberg voice?
Dave Wittenberg voices Kakashi Hatake, the Copy Ninja who leads Team 7, as well as the toad brothers Gamakichi and Gamatatsu in Naruto. He is a South African born performer active in English language dubbing since 1997.
Where is Dave Wittenberg from?
Dave Wittenberg is a South African born voice actor who now works in the United States. He is best known to Naruto fans as the English voice of Kakashi Hatake.
When did Dave Wittenberg start voice acting?
Dave Wittenberg has been active in English language anime and video game dubbing since 1997. He works out of Los Angeles and is best known for voicing Kakashi Hatake in Naruto.
Who are Gamakichi and Gamatatsu in Naruto?
Gamakichi and Gamatatsu are toad brothers and summoning companions tied to Naruto's frog contracts, both voiced by Dave Wittenberg. Wittenberg also plays Kakashi Hatake, the Copy Ninja who leads Team 7, in the same series.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Naruto anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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