Darin De Paul is an American voice actor with a prolific career spanning over three decades, recognized for his deep and versatile vocal performances across animation, video games, and film. Before establishing himself as a leading voice in the industry, De Paul had a background in theater, performing on Broadway, Off-Broadway, and in regional productions across the country. His on-screen acting career includes appearances in television series such as Miami Vice and Law & Order in the late 1980s and early 2000s. He transitioned into voice-over work, contributing to major animated films like Ice Age and Robots before gaining prominence for his work in video games and anime dubs. In the realm of anime, De Paul is known for providing the English voice for several prominent characters. He voices the ancient and powerful Chinese martial arts master Ryu Kaioh in the Netflix anime series Baki. Ryu is the teacher of Retsu Kaioh and a participant in the great martial arts tournament, showcasing De Paul's ability to portray aged, wise, and formidable characters. Another significant anime-adjacent role is that of Ardyn Izunia, the charismatic and manipulative main antagonist in the CGI film Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV, a prequel to the video game of the same name. De Paul also voices the character in the Final Fantasy XV video game and its associated media. His other anime dub work includes roles in Cannon Busters and the role of Bular in Wizards: Tales of Arcadia. De Paul's voice acting portfolio, however, extends far beyond anime, with his work in video games bringing him considerable acclaim. He is particularly celebrated for his performances as the noble German knight Reinhardt in Blizzard Entertainment's Overwatch and Overwatch 2, and as the cunning J. Jonah Jameson in the Marvel's Spider-Man video game series. He has also voiced Dr. Samuel Hayden in the Doom reboot series, Emperor Calus in Destiny 2, and Revenant in Apex Legends. This extensive work in gaming has led to recurring collaborations with industry peers. He has frequently worked with voice actors associated with Critical Role, including Matthew Mercer, whom he first met while recording for World of Warcraft, and has guest-starred on the Critical Role actual-play show. His long-standing relationships with game developers like Blizzard Entertainment and Square Enix have made him a familiar and respected voice in the gaming community. His performance as Ardyn Izunia, a role he almost didn't audition for, was landed with a single take and received particular praise from critics and fans for its depth and charisma.