Joji Yanami

Biography

Jōji Yanami was a renowned Japanese voice actor and narrator born Shigemitsu Shirato on August 30, 1931. He was known for his iconic roles in the Dragon Ball anime series, including Dr. Briefs, Kaiō-sama, and narration duties, as well as notable parts in Cyborg 009 and Digimon. Yanami passed away on December 3, 2021, due to natural causes, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances in animation and beyond.