Mobile Suit Gundam and Death Note voice actor Masaru Ikeda dies aged 83

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Masaru Ikeda, a well-known voice actor from Japan who voiced characters in popular anime like Mobile Suit Gundam, Death Note, One Piece, and Monster, has passed away at the age of 83.

The well-known voice actor, famous for his work in anime and dubbing, died on January 31 from heart failure. His agency announced the news and expressed gratitude to fans and those he worked with for their support over the years.

Oricon News reports that actor Ryūsei Ikeda has passed away, according to an announcement from his agency. They expressed their sincere thanks for all the support he received during his life and shared the news with deep respect.

Ikeda enjoyed a career lasting over fifty years, and he was best known for voicing General Revil in Mobile Suit Gundam and other related series. His performance as the high-ranking Earth Federation commander made him instantly recognizable to many fans of the Gundam franchise across generations.

Masaru Ikeda, a well-known voice actor famous for his work in series like GUNDAM, Sakura Wars, and MONSTER, has passed away at the age of 83 due to heart failure. A statement expressed gratitude for the support he received throughout his life.

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In addition to his other roles, Ikeda voiced Ikki Yoneda in Sakura Wars, Koreyoshi Kitamura in Death Note, and Nekomamushi in One Piece. He also played the role of hospital director Dr. Heinemann in Monster.

Beyond his work in anime, Ikeda had a successful career as a dubbing artist. He voiced many popular Hollywood movies and TV shows in Japanese, further establishing him as a well-known and respected veteran in the entertainment industry.

Ikeda’s work on hundreds of anime, video game, and dubbing projects leaves behind a lasting impact on some of the most famous Japanese animated series and films of all time.

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2026-02-16 15:18