Herman Lopez
Description
Herman Lopez was a Mexican voice actor recognized for his extensive work in Spanish dubbing for anime, animated series, and video games. He passed away in December 2021 at the age of 60. With a career spanning approximately 37 years, he was known for his versatility, voicing characters ranging from serious and rugged individuals to more endearing roles. Beyond acting, Lopez also worked as a dubbing director.
Lopez's contributions to anime dubbing were significant, featuring in numerous series. Among his notable roles are Kaz in the series Dragon League. He also lent his voice to the sea turtle in Dragon Ball and Cassios in Knights of the Zodiac (Saint Seiya). His anime credits further include appearances in Inuyasha, Naruto, and the first series of Sailor Moon, where he voiced Grandfather Hino. Additionally, he played Shredder in the first animated series of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Wolverine in the 1990s X-Men animated series.
While Lopez's work was often within the larger ensemble of a dubbing cast, he had recurring collaborations with the Mexican dubbing industry, working alongside many of his peers. He frequently collaborated with his wife, Norma Iturbe, who was also a voice actor and director. His work on long-running series like Dragon Ball and Sailor Moon connected him to multiple generations of anime fans.
Lopez's notable achievements are marked by the breadth and popularity of the characters he portrayed. He was celebrated for bringing to life some of the most iconic voices in Latin American pop culture, such as Otto Mann in The Simpsons, Marlín in Finding Nemo, and Justo Bolsa in Courage the Cowardly Dog. His ability to perform across different genres and mediums, from children's animation to mature video game narratives, underscored his talent and lasting impact on the dubbing profession in Mexico.
Lopez's contributions to anime dubbing were significant, featuring in numerous series. Among his notable roles are Kaz in the series Dragon League. He also lent his voice to the sea turtle in Dragon Ball and Cassios in Knights of the Zodiac (Saint Seiya). His anime credits further include appearances in Inuyasha, Naruto, and the first series of Sailor Moon, where he voiced Grandfather Hino. Additionally, he played Shredder in the first animated series of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Wolverine in the 1990s X-Men animated series.
While Lopez's work was often within the larger ensemble of a dubbing cast, he had recurring collaborations with the Mexican dubbing industry, working alongside many of his peers. He frequently collaborated with his wife, Norma Iturbe, who was also a voice actor and director. His work on long-running series like Dragon Ball and Sailor Moon connected him to multiple generations of anime fans.
Lopez's notable achievements are marked by the breadth and popularity of the characters he portrayed. He was celebrated for bringing to life some of the most iconic voices in Latin American pop culture, such as Otto Mann in The Simpsons, Marlín in Finding Nemo, and Justo Bolsa in Courage the Cowardly Dog. His ability to perform across different genres and mediums, from children's animation to mature video game narratives, underscored his talent and lasting impact on the dubbing profession in Mexico.
All Characters
- SpanishAnime overview: Baki Hanma
- SpanishAnime overview: ID: INVADED
- SpanishAnime overview: Dragon League
- SpanishAnime overview: Samurai Pizza Cats
- SpanishAnime overview: Lost Song
- SpanishAnime overview: Kanta and the Deer
- SpanishAnime overview: Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins
- SpanishAnime overview: Gatchaman
- SpanishAnime overview: Castlevania
- SpanishAnime overview: Knights of the Zodiac: Saint Seiya
- SpanishAnime overview: Cinderella Boy
- SpanishAnime overview: Yu-Gi-Oh! GX
- SpanishAnime overview: Saint Seiya