Rafael Rivera is a Mexican voice actor and dubbing director recognized for his extensive work in the Latin American Spanish dubbing of anime and live-action series. His career encompasses a wide range of characters, from heroic protagonists to mentors and villains, and he has also contributed significantly to the industry as a director for numerous projects.

Rivera is known for his versatility, having lent his voice to a variety of notable anime characters. He is recognized for his role as Shion de Aries in the OVAs of Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter - Sanctuary. Within the same franchise, he also voiced other characters including Shura de Capricornio, Aquarius Camus, and Jabu de Unicornio across different series and films. In a different genre, he portrayed the father Keisuke Harukaze in the magical girl anime Ojamajo Doremi. His work also includes the role of Ryo Hamura in the OVA Suikoden Demon Century.

Beyond these specific roles, Rivera's filmography includes a broad spectrum of characters. He voiced Clow Reed in Cardcaptor Sakura, Brandon Heat in Gungrave, and Senbei Norimaki in the second anime series of Dr. Slump. He also contributed to major franchises such as Dragon Ball, where he voiced characters like Karin and General White, and Digimon Adventure as Andromon. In addition to anime, his voice can be heard in live-action dubs, frequently dubbing actors such as Tom Hanks, Pierce Brosnan, and Hugh Jackman in various films.

In addition to his on-screen voice work, Rafael Rivera has worked extensively as a dubbing director. His directorial credits include the OVAs for Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter, as well as the television series Ashita no Nadja and Deltora Quest. This dual role as both actor and director highlights his comprehensive involvement and influence within the Mexican dubbing industry.