Richard Cansino
Voice ActorRichard Cansino is an American voice actor who lent his talents to the English dub of Studio Pierrot's Naruto, voicing Izumo Kamizuki and Misumi Tsurugi.
Naruto Role
For the Naruto English dub, Cansino voiced Izumo Kamizuki, one of Kotetsu Hagane's ever-present partners on Konoha gate and exam duty, and Misumi Tsurugi, a Sound Village operative whose rubbery, contortionist body appears during the Chunin Exams. Both are recurring supporting shinobi from the series' early arcs.
Career and Notable Roles
Cansino's signature role is the wandering swordsman Kenshin Himura in Rurouni Kenshin, and he also played the icy villain Legato Bluesummers in Trigun. Sometimes credited as Richard Hayworth, he is a nephew of the classic Hollywood star Rita Hayworth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Cansino known for?
Cansino's signature role is the wandering swordsman Kenshin Himura in Rurouni Kenshin. It is the credit most closely associated with his name among anime fans.
Who does Richard Cansino voice in Naruto?
In the Naruto English dub, Cansino voices Izumo Kamizuki, one of Kotetsu Hagane's ever-present partners on Konoha gate duty, and Misumi Tsurugi, a Sound Village operative with a contortionist body who appears during the Chunin Exams. Both are recurring supporting shinobi from the series' early arcs.
What other major anime villain has Richard Cansino voiced?
Cansino played the icy villain Legato Bluesummers in Trigun. It is one of his more memorable antagonist roles.
Is Richard Cansino related to Rita Hayworth?
Yes, Cansino is a nephew of classic Hollywood star Rita Hayworth. He is sometimes credited under the name Richard Hayworth.
When did Richard Cansino start voice acting?
Cansino was born in 1953 and has been active in voice acting since 1979. That gives him more than four decades in the English dubbing industry.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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