Rie Kugimiya

Rie Kugimiya, born on May 30, 1979, is a renowned Japanese voice actress and singer, celebrated for her remarkable contributions to the anime and gaming industries. With a career that has spanned over two decades, she has captivated audiences with her distinctive voice and dynamic character portrayals.

Among her most notable roles are Alphonse Elric in the acclaimed Fullmetal Alchemist series, Kagura in Gintama, and Happy in both Fairy Tail and Edens Zero. In the realm of video games, she has lent her voice to characters such as Haruka Sawamura in the Yakuza series, Kiana Kaslana in Honkai Impact 3rd, and Rise Kujikawa from Persona 4.

Kugimiya's talent for embodying complex characters has earned her the affectionate title of the 'Queen of Tsundere' from her fans. This nickname stems from her iconic performances as Shana in Shakugan no Shana, Louise in The Familiar of Zero, and Taiga Aisaka in Toradora!, among others. Her versatility and skill have made her a beloved figure in the voice acting community.

Her accolades include nominations for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the inaugural Seiyu Awards, as well as a win for Best Actress in a Supporting Role alongside Mitsuki Saiga at the second Seiyu Awards. Kugimiya further solidified her status as a leading voice actress by winning Best Actress at the third Seiyu Awards for her roles in Toradora! and Nabari no Ou.

Currently, Rie Kugimiya is represented by the talent agency I'm Enterprise, continuing to inspire and entertain fans with her exceptional voice acting skills.