Barbara Goodson
Voice ActorBarbara Goodson is an American voice actress with a long career in animation, dubbed anime, and television. She gives the English-dub voice of Chiyo in Naruto Shippuden, the Studio Pierrot series.
Naruto Role
Goodson voices Chiyo in the English dub of Naruto Shippuden, the elder puppeteer of the Hidden Sand Village who plays a pivotal part in the rescue of Gaara. The role lets her portray a sharp-tongued veteran whose final sacrifice becomes one of the arc's emotional high points.
Career and Notable Roles
Active in voice-over since 1979, Goodson became widely recognized as the cackling Rita Repulsa across the early Power Rangers franchise, from Mighty Morphin through Zeo, Turbo, and In Space. She has also lent her voice to a long list of cartoons, games, and other dubbed anime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did Barbara Goodson voice?
Goodson voices Chiyo in the English dub of Naruto Shippuden, the elder puppeteer of the Hidden Sand Village. She is also widely recognized as the cackling villain Rita Repulsa across the early Power Rangers franchise.
What is Barbara Goodson's most famous role?
Goodson's most famous role is Rita Repulsa, the witch villain she voiced from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers through Zeo, Turbo, and In Space.
What is Barbara Goodson known for?
In Naruto Shippuden, Goodson is known for voicing Chiyo, the sharp-tongued Sand Village elder whose final sacrifice becomes a pivotal moment in the arc to rescue Gaara.
When did Barbara Goodson start her voice acting career?
Goodson has been active in voice-over work since 1979, building a career spanning both American animation and English-dubbed anime like Naruto Shippuden.
What kind of work has Barbara Goodson done beyond Naruto and Power Rangers?
Goodson has voiced a long list of characters across other cartoons, video games, and dubbed anime throughout her career. Her range extends well beyond her two most recognized roles.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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