How This Voice Actor Got Went From Disney and Smosh To Voicing Anime Characters

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Summary

  • Damien Haas transitioned from Disney Channel to Smosh and then to voicing popular anime protagonists.
  • His anime roles include Kiyoka Kudou in My Happy Marriage and Laios Touden in Delicious in Dungeon.
  • Haas maintains major voice acting roles in video games like Fire Emblem and anime like Ranma 1/2.

As I delve into the captivating journey of Damien Haas, I find myself awestruck by his remarkable transformation from a humble performer to a versatile voice actor gracing our screens and gaming consoles. His life experience is not just a testament to his talent but also to his unwavering passion and dedication.

Voice-acting for anime characters is a specialized talent that not everyone possesses or utilizes effectively. Typically, this skill is developed through vocal coaching and acting classes, involving a blend of techniques from both fields to create characters that match the authenticity desired by directors in various productions. While many voice actors enter the field strictly through voice-acting, an intriguing exception is Damien Haas, who previously acted on Disney Channel and now stars on Smosh, but has also ventured into voicing prominent anime protagonists.

This individual has taken on several notable roles, including Laios Touden in “Delicious in Dungeon” and Kiyoka Kudou, the primary male love interest in “My Happy Marriage” anime. His portfolio spans across various anime and video games, showcasing a variety of main and supporting characters. This article delves into his career trajectory, tracing his journey from a canceled Disney Channel project in 2011, to securing a role as a principal cast member in Smosh, and ultimately, voicing the protagonists he’s recognized for today.

His Early Career on Disney and YouTube’s Smosh

The Sketch Comedy That Showed Off His Range Early On

In the year 2011, Damien Haas landed his debut acting gig on the Disney Channel series, “So Random.” Much like Saturday Night Live, this show featured a regular cast who performed various comedic and musical skits. The show was actually a spin-off from the show “Sonny With A Chance,” which starred Demi Lovato in the lead role; however, Demi was not present because she was secretly receiving treatment for substance abuse at a rehab facility. Since the main character played by Lovato was absent and viewers of Disney Channel were not particularly interested in sketch comedy during that time, the show was canceled after only one season.

I’m not convinced that reconnecting with Sonny is beneficial for my healing process. I get quite anxious when I’m around cameras.

In what seemed like an unfortunate turn of events, Haas unexpectedly made his way onto Smosh Games, a subsidiary channel belonging to the well-known YouTube personality, Smosh. Over time, he showcased his quick wit, distinctive humor, and versatile talents to an audience of 26 million subscribers worldwide. To this day, he continues to appear on several Smosh channels, both in scripted and unscripted content, on a semi-regular basis.

The Transition to Voice Acting

From Fire Emblem to Delicious in Dungeon, And Everything In-Between

Initially, he made minor appearances as voice actors on Cartoon Network’s show “Clarence.” However, he started venturing into voice acting for several video games. His breakthrough role was portraying the character Shez in both “Fire Emblem Heroes” and “Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes.” To celebrate this milestone, he dyed his hair to match the character’s distinctive color, a practice he has continued for his significant voice-acting roles. He also lent his voice to four distinct characters in “Fortnite,” as well as a character in the 2022 game “Triangle Strategy.

2023 marked the beginning of Damien Haas’s anime voice acting journey through a minor part in “Ooku: The Inner Chambers.” Swiftly advancing, he landed his debut as an anime lead character, portraying Kiyoka Kudou, the main male romantic interest in “My Happy Marriage.” This series revolves around Miyo Saimori, a young woman bound to an unknown partner, and Kiyoka, who conceals a tender soul beneath rumors of his harsh demeanor. The anime has earned 11 nominations and won 3 awards at various anime award ceremonies and events. Notably, it’s been confirmed that the series will return for a second season, with Damien Haas returning to voice Kiyoka Kudou.

During the course of the following year, he secured additional voice acting assignments, yet his most significant commercial triumph in the anime voice-acting sphere at the time this piece was written is his portrayal of the lead character Laios Touden in the series Delicious in Dungeon. In this show, a team of adventurers, struggling to afford their sustenance, resort to preparing meals from the monsters they slay during their journey to rescue the protagonist’s siblings. This series has garnered numerous nominations and awards throughout its initial season, along with a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes. A second season is also in production.

What Is He Doing Now?

Ranma 1/2, More Smosh, And Other Projects

In this article’s publication, the most recent anime Damien Haas has acted in is the remake of “Ranma 1/2,” where he portrays Ryoga, a rival to the main character Ranma. Beyond anime, Damien Haas has lent his voice to several games with an anime-like style, such as playing Van Arkride, the protagonist, in “The Legends of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak” and its upcoming sequel due next year, as well as various characters from “Unicorn Overlord.” Additionally, he continues to feature in variety and comedy content on Smosh videos, with his most recent appearances dating back to December.

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2024-12-17 21:34