The Dragon Ball anime series wouldn’t have been as epic as they are, had it not been for the exceptionally remarkable voice-acting skills that Masako Nozawa possesses. Not only has she voiced the lead character Son Goku for multiple decades, but the Japanese actress cum narrator has also proven herself time and time again by voicing other fan-favorite characters as well, like Son Gohan and Son Goten in the super popular anime franchise.
Having worked in the industry for more than six decades ever since she was in her late teens, most would expect her to retire by now and take a break. However, that’s hardly 87-year-old Nozawa’s plan as she wishes to continue working for almost 100 years more!
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Masako Nozawa’s Dragon Ball Voice Isn’t Going Anywhere Anytime Soon!
Masako Nozawa has been a part of the entertainment industry since the 1960s, and she isn’t planning on stopping anytime soon. Not only has she given her voice to multiple fan-favorite Dragon Ball characters like Goku, Gohan, and Goten for decades, but she has also worked on numerous other animes including Doraemon and even One Piece.
Even at the age of 87, the actress cum narrator still voices and oversees the voices of the Dragon Ball characters—something that fans have evidently fallen in love with over the years that they have heard her voice on the big screen.
What’s more, is that Nozawa has no intention of ending her career anytime soon despite nearing her 90s. While taking the stage at the 71st Kan Kikuchi Prize Awards on the 1st of December 2023, the legendary voice actor echoed the same thoughts as she declared how she intends to continue her career until she’s 182, if she lives until then.
As brought to notice by @DbsHype on X:
Masako Nozawa took the stage at the 71st Kan Kikuchi Prize Awards on December 1st. She declared:
“I want to continue voice acting until I’m 182 years old.” She said she would like to if she gets to live until 182.
What a legend! pic.twitter.com/lygePMvHSz
— Hype (@DbsHype) December 2, 2023
It seems that it will be quite some time—almost a century, if Masako Nozawa is granted the age she asks for—before fans find their favorite voice actor behind the voices of Goku, Goten, and Gohan in Dragon Ball getting replaced by someone else.
Fans Are Giving Best Wishes To Masako Nozawa For Dragon Ball
Following Masako Nozawa’s announcement at the Awards ceremony, numerous fans have been stepping up to show their appreciation and support for their favorite Japanese voice actor of all time.
Commenting on the original X post by @DbsHype, here’s what they have to say:
That’s my goku🙏🗣️💯 Mosako will forever be the goat💯 pic.twitter.com/Mfh1kpJkjQ
— Dragonball Defender🥇 (@xeno_edits_0) December 2, 2023
Queen 👸 pic.twitter.com/xl5i5Ko5Pe
— Animelover (@BhdAnkur) December 2, 2023
I hope she indeed does live that long! Somebody get her the same immortality potion as Kame Sennin!
— Primetime TB (@Primetime_TB) December 2, 2023
Someone get the Dragon Balls and wish for eternal life for her. She is so sweet. pic.twitter.com/p9zTK9ortq
— Ethereal Wind (@NSilverwind) December 2, 2023
Goku, Gohan, and Goten all need you ma’amm. May you stay healthy for years to come 🙏🏻🙏🏻♥️
— Kresno Eka Mukti (@kresnokenoz) December 2, 2023
we need all hands on deck for longevity medicinal research, we gotta make sure she sees 182
— Strííder (@Meriidiem) December 3, 2023
She’ll always be Goku no matter what, she’s honestly the best and I’d love to meet her someday. pic.twitter.com/U7J0HjqTec
— Future Gohan (@FutureGohan946) December 3, 2023
If? Nah there’s no if she WILL LIVE TO 182
— CosmicVoid (@SpaceT00Ls) December 2, 2023
once a legend always a legend
— Xavier Gonzalez (@XavierG55055305) December 2, 2023
Indeed, a talented voice actor with a legendary legacy like that of Masako Nozawa deserves to be preserved by the industry for as long as possible.
