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Emily Neves is an American voice actress known for her contributions to the English dubbing of Japanese anime series. Some of her major voice roles include Kotomi Ichinose in Clannad, Kanade "Angel" Tachibana in Angel Beats, Minene Uryu in Future Diary, Yuuko Kanoe in Dusk Maiden of Amnesia, Chelsea in Akame ga Kill!, Angelise Ikaruga Misurugi in Cross Ange, Toriko Nishina in Otherside Picnic, Ayase Shinomiya in Guilty Crown, Sheffield in Azur Lane, Umaru Doma in Himouto! Umaru-chan and Lammis in Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon.

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Biography

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Neves was born in Houston, Texas. Her interest in acting began at age 12 when she performed for the first time in a theater production of West Side Story at a local performing arts camp.[1] She attended James E. Taylor High School in Katy, Texas, where she performed as a soprano in the school's choir.[2] During her junior year, she participated in the University of South Florida's Broadway Theatre Project and worked with the program's founding director Ann Reinking alongside Patti Lupone, Ben Vereen and Gwen Verdon, with Neves mentioning she was in "one of [Verdon's] last dance classes." After finishing high school in 2000, she attended Texas State University in San Marcos as a drama and acting major.[1]

In early 2005, she competed in the fourth season of the Fox reality singing competition American Idol, advancing from the Las Vegas auditions to the Hollywood round, where she was eliminated.[3][4]

Neves began her voice acting career in 2008 after attending an anime audition.[1] Her debut anime role was a bit part in Kiba.[5]

She was a resident stage actress at the Alley Theatre in Houston.[6][7]

Personal life

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Neves married fellow voice actor Andrew Love in 2011. In 2015, she stated on her Twitter that they had amicably divorced.[8][9] Since 2020, she has been in an ongoing relationship with voice actor David Matranga.[10][11]

Filmography

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Anime

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List of voice performances in anime
Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
2010 Clannad Kotomi Ichinose [12][13]
2010 Legends of the Dark King Reina [13][14]
2011 Angel Beats! Kanade "Angel" Tachibana [13]
2011 The Guin Saga Rinda [13]
2011 Clannad After Story Kotomi Ichinose [13]
2012 Princess Resurrection Reiri Kamura [15]
2012 Majikoi - Oh! Samurai Girls Yukie Mayuzumi/Matsukaze [16]
2013 Future Diary Minene Uryuu (9th) [17]
2013 Guilty Crown Ayase Shinomiya [18]
2013 Kokoro Connect Yui Kiriyama [14][19]
2013 Nakaimo - My Sister is Among Them! Mana Tendou, others [20]
2013 Say I Love You Megumi Kitagawa [21]
2013 Girls und Panzer Nozomi Konparu/Pazomi, Kei [22]
2013 Hiiro no Kakera Tamaki Kasuga [23]
2013 Nyan Koi! Kotone Kirishima [24]
2014 MM! Arashiko Yuno [25]
2014 Upotte!! Sig (SG550) [26]
2014 From the New World Saki Watanabe [27]
2014 Hakkenden: Eight Dogs of the East Hamaji [28]
2014 WataMote Yū Naruse Voice director [29]
2014 Rozen Maiden Zurückspulen Megu Kakizaki Voice director [30][31]
2014 Sunday Without God Ulla Eulesse Hecmatica [32]
2014 Log Horizon Lenissa Erhart Cowen, Mischa [33]
2014 The Ambition of Oda Nobuna Oda Nobuna [34]
2015 Dog & Scissors Momiji Himehagi Voice director [35]
2015 Maid Sama! Minako Ayuzawa, others Voice director [36]
2015 Daimidaler: Prince vs Penguin Empire Kyoko Sonan [37]
2015 Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions Kumin Tsuyuri Voice director [38]
2015 Akame ga Kill! Chelsea [39]
2015 Brynhildr in the Darkness Kazumi Schlierenzauer [40]
2016 Another Takako Sugiura [41]
2016 Cross Ange Angelise Ikaruga Misurugi [42]
2017 Himouto! Umaru-chan Umaru Doma [43]
2017 Monster Musume Doppel [44]
2017–25 My Hero Academia Sirius, Eri [45]
2018 Darling in the Franxx Mitsuru (childhood) [46]
2018–present Kakuriyo: Bed and Breakfast for Spirits Aoi Tsubaki, Ai [47][48]
2018 High School DxD Hero Kuisha Abaddon [49]
2018 Steins;Gate 0 Judy Reyes Script writer [50]
2019–21 Fruits Basket Mio Yamagishi [51]
2019 Hensuki: Are You Willing to Fall in Love with a Pervert, as Long as She's a Cutie? Mizuha Kiryū [52]
2019 Nichijou Mihoshi Tachibana [53]
2020 Black Clover Undine [54]
2020 The Demon Girl Next Door Lilith [55]
2020 Super HxEros Momoka Momozono [56]
2020 Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Aliceliese Lou Nebulis IX [57][58]
2020 By the Grace of the Gods Ryoma Takebayashi [59][60]
2021 Sakura Wars the Animation Elise [61]
2021 Tamayomi Nozomi Nakamura [62]
2021 Mushoku Tensei Sylphiette [63]
2021 Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina Estelle [64]
2021 Combatants Will Be Dispatched! Black Lilith [65]
2021 SSSS.Dynazenon Mei [66]
2021 Moriarty the Patriot William James Moriarty (young) [67]
2021 Otherside Picnic Toriko Nishina [68]
2022 Call of the Night Midori Kohakobe [69]
2023 Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon Lammis [70]
2024 After-School Hanako-kun Akane Aoi Season 2 [71]
2025 One Piece Ginny [72]
2025 May I Ask for One Final Thing? Terenezza [73]
2026–present Roll Over and Die Flum Apricot [74]
2026–present A Misanthrope Teaches a Class for Demi-Humans Sui Usami [75]


Film

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List of voice performances in direct-to-video, feature and television films
Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
2010 Halo Legends Cal-141[a] The Babysitter [14]
2012 Broken Blade Sigyn Erster [76][77]
2012 Un-Go Inga Un-Go episode:0 Inga chapter [14]
2012 Grave of the Fireflies Setsuko Sentai dub [78][39]
2012 Starship Troopers: Invasion Trig also motion capture [14][39]
2012 Towa no Quon Kiri Film series [14]
2015 Harlock: Space Pirate Mimay Nominated – BTVA 2014 Anime Dub Award [14][79]
2017 Starship Troopers: Traitor of Mars Amy Snapp also motion capture [14][39]
2019 Dragon Ball Super: Broly Gine [80]
2024 Fist of the North Star Zero: Legend of Kenshiro Saya [14]

Video games

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List of voice performances in video games
Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
2021 World's End Club Pielope [39]


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Emily Neves (born July 29, 1982) is an American voice actress, ADR director, and screenwriter best known for her extensive contributions to English-language dubs of Japanese anime series and films. With 112 anime roles since her debut in 2008, she has become a prominent figure in the industry, working primarily with studios such as Sentai Filmworks and Funimation. Neves began her voice acting career with a minor role in the anime series Kiba and quickly amassed a diverse portfolio, voicing lead characters in high-profile adaptations including Kanade "Angel" Tachibana in Angel Beats!, Minene Uryu in Future Diary, Eri in My Hero Academia, and Sylphiette in Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation. Her performances often highlight her versatility, spanning from ethereal and introspective roles like Kotomi Ichinose in Clannad to more dynamic ones such as Kumin Tsuyuri in Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions and Gine in Dragon Ball Super. Beyond acting, Neves has directed dubs for several projects and contributed as a script writer, expanding her influence in anime localization. In addition to , Neves has lent her voice to video games and other media, accumulating 183 credited roles across 153 titles as of 2025. Her early background includes stage acting in over 30 theater productions, short films, and commercials, as well as reaching the Hollywood round as a semi-finalist on Season 4. Raised in , Neves honed her skills through formal training and has since established herself as a multifaceted , occasionally exploring and .

Biography

Early life and education

Emily Neves was born on July 29, 1982, in , USA. She grew up in the greater Houston area, developing strong Texas roots that influenced her early exposure to the . Neves attended in , graduating in 2000, where she participated in as a in musical productions. Neves' interest in acting emerged during her childhood, when she became hooked on theater at age 12 after attending a three-week performing arts camp and participating in its production. This experience sparked her passion for stage performance, leading her to pursue formal training in the field as a native Houstonian immersed in the local theater scene. She attended in San Marcos, where she majored in drama and acting, honing her skills in musical theater and acting technique. Neves earned a (BFA) in acting, graduating cum laude. During her college years, she was roommates with fellow aspiring performer , who later became a voice actor.

Career beginnings

Neves began her professional acting career in 2007 upon joining the resident acting company at the in , , shortly after completing her education at . As a resident actress from 2007 to 2011, she performed in multiple productions, taking on supporting and roles that honed her stage presence and versatility. Notable early appearances included an for in Love, Janis (2007), Belle and Fred's Wife in (2007–2008), and ensemble parts such as Prostitute, Musician, and Sister Claire in various shows during the 2008–2009 season. In 2008, while continuing her stage commitments, Neves entered the field of after a friend informed her of an open audition in . This led to her debut role as Lucia in the English dub of Kiba, marking her initial foray into localization with a minor part that introduced her to the industry. She described the transition as starting with small opportunities that gradually expanded her opportunities in animation voicing. Neves built her early voice acting portfolio through additional minor roles in Sentai Filmworks productions, which allowed her to develop her skills in ADR while maintaining her theater schedule at the . By around 2011, she began contributing to dubs with bit parts, further diversifying her work between live stage performances and studio recordings. This dual pursuit was motivated by her desire to leverage her acting training across mediums, though it required managing the logistical demands of rehearsals, performances, and remote recording sessions in .

Career

Stage and theater work

Emily Neves has been a resident member of the Alley Theatre's acting company in Houston since October 2007, contributing to over 30 productions during her tenure. Early in her residency, she took on understudy roles, such as in Love, Janis (2008), before advancing to featured parts like in Our Town (2009), in A Behanding in Spokane (2010), Miss Forsythe in Death of a Salesman (2012), and Lt. Cmdr. Joanne Galloway in A Few Good Men (2013). Her work at the Alley often includes ensemble and supporting roles in classics and contemporary plays, showcasing her versatility in live performance. A pivotal moment in Neves' stage career came with her lead performance as in Stages Repertory Theatre's 2014 production of David Adjmi's play, earning widespread acclaim for her portrayal of the historical figure's transformation from frivolity to tragedy. This role marked a "star-making turn," highlighting her ability to command the stage in a demanding lead. For this performance, she was named a finalist for at the 2015 Houston Theater Awards. In addition to acting, Neves has expanded into directing within Houston's regional theater scene. She served as assistant director for the Alley Theatre's A Christmas Carol in the 2019-2020 season and directed Amy Berryman's The New Galileos as part of Landing Theatre Company's New Works Now Festival in 2020. Her long-term residency at the , based in , has enabled her to maintain a steady presence in live theater alongside other professional commitments in the city.

Voice acting

Emily Neves began her voice acting career in 2008, specializing in English dubs for produced by studios such as and . Her early work included minor roles, but she quickly gained recognition through lead and supporting parts in high-profile series, establishing her as a versatile performer capable of portraying nuanced, emotionally complex characters. Among her breakthrough roles were Kotomi Ichinose in the English dub of Clannad (2008–2009), a shy genius navigating social isolation; Kanade "Angel" Tachibana in Angel Beats! (2010), an enigmatic angelic figure in a supernatural afterlife; and Minene Uryuu in Future Diary (2011), a terrorist with a tragic backstory who evolves into a redemptive anti-heroine. These performances highlighted Neves' ability to handle intricate archetypes, including ethereal angels and intense "yandere"-like personalities marked by obsession and vulnerability. She has since voiced over 75 anime titles, contributing to a diverse range of genres from slice-of-life to action. Neves expanded her portfolio beyond anime into video games and Western animation, voicing Trig in the animated film Starship Troopers: Invasion (2012) and Cal-141, a Spartan supersoldier, in the segment "The Babysitter" from Halo Legends (2010). This diversification showcased her adaptability to sci-fi narratives and motion-capture elements, broadening her appeal in international media. In recent years, Neves has continued to take on prominent roles, such as Lammis, a spirited hunter, in Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon (2023–present), including its second season in 2025, demonstrating her ongoing involvement in isekai and fantasy dubs. Her career trajectory reflects steady growth, with accolades including the Best Female Lead Vocal Performance in an Anime award at the 2012 Behind The Voice Actors Anime Dub Awards for Inga in Un-Go. Neves has identified Minene Uryuu and Yuko Kanoe from Dusk Maiden of Amnesia (2012) as among her favorite roles, underscoring her affinity for characters blending mystery, depth, and transformation.

Directing and writing

Emily Neves began her career in directing and writing in the mid-2010s, primarily as an ADR director and scriptwriter for anime dubs produced by Funimation and Sentai Filmworks. Her early writing contributions included adapting Japanese scripts into English for series such as Maid Sama! (2011), where she handled dialogue localization to maintain narrative flow and cultural nuances. This debut work marked her entry into the dubbing industry, leveraging her voice acting background to ensure authentic performances. Neves' directing credits encompass several notable anime adaptations, including full series oversight for (2012-2014 dubs), (2013), (2013), and WATAMOTE (2013), as well as OVA episodes of Chūnibyō Demo Koi ga Shitai! (2014). In these roles, she coordinated voice casts, timed dialogues to match lip-sync, and refined scripts for English delivery, contributing to critically praised dubs that preserved the original tone. Her screenwriting extended to extensive episode adaptations, such as 13 episodes of (2014), multiple installments of Snow White with the Red Hair (2015-2016), (2018), and (2022), where she focused on idiomatic translations that enhanced character emotional depth. Beyond , Neves has pursued theater directing and writing, holding a BFA in acting from and identifying as a and stage director. One of her early writing efforts was the short play Pretty Little White Girls, which explored themes of identity and performance. Her industry impact includes mentoring emerging voice actors through studio sessions and elevating dub quality via precise script adaptations, fostering more immersive English versions of Japanese media.

Personal life

Relationships

Emily Neves was married to fellow voice actor Andrew Love from June 18, 2011, until their divorce on January 30, 2015. The couple, both active in the dubbing industry, ended their marriage on friendly terms, maintaining a positive relationship afterward. Since 2020, Neves has been in a relationship with voice actor , another prominent figure in voice work; the pair collaborated on setups during the early , highlighting their shared professional environment.

Interests and residence

Emily Neves resides in the , area, maintaining close ties to the city's theater scene through her long-standing role as a resident actress at the . Beyond her professional pursuits, Neves pursues personal interests such as working out and watching the animated series . She is also an admirer of filmmaker and his distinctive cinematic style. Neves actively connects with her fanbase by participating in anime conventions and fan events across the , where she joins panels, signs autographs, and discusses her work. Recent appearances include Anime Wonder Arizona in 2025 and GalaxyCon Raleigh.

Filmography

Anime roles

Emily Neves has provided voice work for numerous English dubs of series, original video animations (OVAs), and specials, often portraying complex characters from leads to supporting parts. The following table lists selected credited roles, organized chronologically by approximate English dub release year, with indications of lead or supporting status based on character prominence.
YearCharacterTitleRole Type
2007Hitomi LandsknechtICE (OVA)Lead
2009Kotomi IchinoseClannadSupporting
2010Kanade TachibanaAngel Beats!Lead
2011Minene UryuuFuture DiaryLead
2011IngaUn-GoLead
2011Juubei YagyuuHyakka Ryouran: Samurai GirlsLead
2011HitomiAppleseed XIII (OVA)Supporting
2012Takako SugiuraAnotherSupporting
2013Kumin TsuyuriLove, Chunibyo & Other Delusions!Supporting
2013Chieri SonoAKB0048Supporting
2014Yuuko KanoeDusk Maiden of AmnesiaLead
2014Chieri SonoAKB0048 Next StageSupporting
2017Umaru DomaHimouto! Umaru-chanLead
2017DoppelMonster Musume: Everyday Life with Monster GirlsSupporting
2017Eri / SiriusMy Hero AcademiaSupporting
2018Chloe AubertThat Time I Got Reincarnated as a SlimeSupporting
2018Mitsuru (childhood)Darling in the FranxxSupporting
2018OugonKakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for SpiritsSupporting
2018Judy ReyesSteins;Gate 0Supporting
2019PouDeath March to the Parallel World RhapsodySupporting
2020Ryoma TakebayashiBy the Grace of the GodsLead
2020Aoi AkaneToilet-Bound Hanako-kunSupporting
2021SylphietteMushoku Tensei: Jobless ReincarnationSupporting
2023LammisReborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the DungeonLead
2025Terenezza HopkinsMay I Ask for One Final Thing?Lead

Video games and animation

Emily Neves began her contributions to video games and non-anime animation in the early 2010s, lending her voice to characters in collaborative projects blending Western intellectual properties with animated formats. In the animated anthology series Halo Legends (2010), she voiced the Spartan-II supersoldier Cal-141 in the segment "The Babysitter," portraying a skilled operative navigating high-stakes combat missions in the Halo universe. Her role in the computer-animated film Starship Troopers: Invasion (2012), a direct-to-video entry in the franchise, featured her as Private Trig, a Mobile Infantry soldier involved in intense battles against arachnid hordes. Neves expanded into video game voice acting in the late 2010s, often taking on supporting or additional roles in action-oriented titles. In Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot (2020), she provided additional voices, contributing to the expansive retelling of the Dragon Ball Z saga through gameplay and cutscenes. She voiced the young quirk-user Eri in the fighting game My Hero One's Justice 2 (2020), a character central to key story arcs involving heroism and rescue operations. In the narrative-driven adventure game World's End Club (2021), Neves portrayed Pielope, the enigmatic robotic clown antagonist who orchestrates deadly challenges for the protagonists in a surreal, survival-based plot. Her most recent video game credit as of 2022 includes multiple roles in Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, a fantasy spin-off in the Borderlands series, where she voiced Bandit Female (generic enemies), Cardassin (a quirky companion character), and Scared Relic (a timid artifact entity), enhancing the game's chaotic, loot-driven world.

Live-action and other media

Emily Neves has had a notable career in live theater, particularly during her seven seasons as a resident acting company member at the in , , from approximately 2007 to 2014. During this period, she performed in over 30 productions, showcasing her versatility in roles ranging from comedic to dramatic characters. Her theater credits include the role of Lt. Cmdr. Joanne in A Few Good Men at the in 2013. In the same year, she portrayed Alice in You Can't Take It With You at the . Also in 2013, Neves played Betsy/Lindsey in at the . She appeared as Cecily Cardew in at the Classical Theatre Company in 2014, a performance that was praised for its poise and contributed to her casting in subsequent leading roles. One of her standout performances was as the title character in Marie Antoinette by David Adjmi at Stages Repertory Theatre in from October 8 to November 2, 2014, directed by Leslie Swackhamer in cooperation with the School of Theatre & Dance. The production highlighted Neves' ability to embody the historical figure's extravagance and vulnerability, earning critical acclaim and a or recognition in Houston theater awards. Additionally, she took on the role of Belle/Fred's Wife in at the . Beyond her Alley residency, Neves continued stage work at Stages Repertory Theatre, where she played Helene Walker in Who Am I This Time? in 2017, delivering a nuanced portrayal of an awkward aspiring actress alongside a ensemble cast including Jason Duga and Philip Lehl. Her theater contributions also extend to non-acting roles, such as directing for the New Works Festival at Landing Theatre Company in Houston, though her primary focus shifted toward voice acting and related media after 2014. In other media, Neves has contributed as a script writer for English dubs of and animation projects through studios like and , though these efforts are tied to her career. She has made credited appearances at conventions, such as voice panels and performances up to 2025, including Kawaii Kon in January 2025. No significant live-action film or television roles have been documented in her filmography as of November 2025.

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