Masako Nozawa and Mayumi Tanaka have given their voices to some of anime's most loved characters. Time moves fast, and it's catching up with them. Aware of this, Nozawa has made an incredible choice that's stunned fans.
Goku, Luffy, and others are known for their voices. In Japan, for decades, Nozawa and Tanaka have been the legends behind these roles. They're getting older, and retirement is near, even as they're still active and ready for new Dragon Ball and ONE PIECE projects.
Nozawa isn't thinking about stepping away from Goku in Dragon Ball yet. Instead, she's given her fans a huge gift. Her voice will never disappear; it will live on forever.
Breaking news: Nozawa has donated her voice to AI. This means Goku will keep being voiced by Nozawa, even after she's gone. It's a sad thought, but Nozawa's move shows her deep bond with Dragon Ball fans.
To wrap up, Nozawa's choice secures Goku's voice for the future and shows a new way for voice actors to leave their mark. It's a solid move that keeps the connection with fans strong and encourages sharing this cool turn of events.
One of the saddest news I heard today that's Goku's VA Masako Nozawa has gave her voice for AI to be used after she dies ? pic.twitter.com/1Hkp3ZgmZO
— Pew (@pewpiece) February 13, 2024