by The anime community is grieving today over the news of the passing of renowned voice actor Hideyuki Umezu. The 68-year-old actor passed away in Japan on May 17th after developing interstitial pneumonia. Following his passing, fans from all over the world have expressed their condolences and honored his contributions to the industry.
The tragic news was confirmed by Hideyuki Umezu’s talent agency, 81 Produce, and his family arranged a private funeral. His voice made a lasting impression on many famous anime programs, even if other people may not be familiar with him.
Famous Gundam and One Piece actor Hideyuki Umezu passes away at age 68
Hideyuki was well-known for his prominent parts in the Gundam series, including his representations of Ian Vashti in Mobile Suit Gundam 00 and his appearances in Mobile Suit SD Gundam. Amazingly, he made his anime debut in 1986 with Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ, which launched an incredible career.
Apart from his Gundam roles, Hideyuki gained recognition in One Piece during the Dressrosa saga by providing the voice of Diamante, a strong antagonist who sided with Doflamingo.
His flexibility was demonstrated by the numerous anime series he contributed to, including Fullmetal Alchemist, Death Note, and Naruto.
Despite his passing, Hideyuki Umezu’s legacy endures thanks to the innumerable characters he brought to life and the experiences he crafted for his devoted followers worldwide. We will deeply miss his talent and commitment to his craft, and we will be grateful for his presence in the anime community.
