Brett Weaver
Voice ActorBrett Weaver is an American voice actor, born in 1966, whose anime dubbing career began at ADV Films, the Texas-based studio that produced the original English-language dub of Neon Genesis Evangelion.
Neon Genesis Evangelion Role
Weaver's time as part of the ADV Films voice-over roster placed him within the talent pool that produced the studio's early English-language anime dubs, including its work on Neon Genesis Evangelion. He belonged to a small circle of ADV performers that included Chris Patton and Amanda Winn Lee, among others from that same era.
Career and Notable Roles
Weaver broke into voice work through radio before moving into anime dubbing, where ADV Films became his professional home base. He continues to work from Austin, Texas, where he lives with his wife E.K. Weaver, herself a cartoonist and graphic novelist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Brett Weaver voice?
Weaver's time on the ADV Films voice-over roster placed him within the talent pool behind the studio's original English-language dub of Neon Genesis Evangelion. He belonged to a small circle of ADV performers from that era that included Chris Patton and Amanda Winn Lee.
How did Brett Weaver get his start in voice acting?
Weaver broke into voice work through radio before moving into anime dubbing, where ADV Films became his professional home base. That studio produced the original English-language dub of Neon Genesis Evangelion.
Where does Brett Weaver live and work?
Brett Weaver continues to work from Austin, Texas, where he lives with his wife E.K. Weaver, a cartoonist and graphic novelist. Austin has remained his professional base since he broke into the anime dubbing industry.
How old is Brett Weaver?
Brett Weaver was born in 1966. That makes him part of the earlier generation of English-language anime dub performers who worked on ADV Films' original Neon Genesis Evangelion dub.
Who is Brett Weaver?
Brett Weaver is an American voice actor, born in 1966, who broke into the industry through radio before ADV Films, the studio behind the original Neon Genesis Evangelion dub, became his professional home. He continues working out of Austin, Texas.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Neon Genesis Evangelion anime series, manga, and official materials. Neon Genesis Evangelion was created by Hideaki Anno, published by Kadokawa, and animated by khara and Gainax. All rights to Neon Genesis Evangelion and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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- Animated bykhara
- Animated byGainax
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