Olivier Korol is a French actor, director, and voice artist who has built a prolific career in dubbing, particularly known for his extensive work in anime and animated series. His entry into the world of performance began with a passion for theater, leading him to study under Tony Jacquot and later teach drama at the conservatory in Saint-Ouen. This foundation in stage performance underpins his approach to voice acting, allowing him to bring a dynamic presence to a wide array of characters.

Korol became a prominent figure in the French dubbing industry, establishing himself as a key voice for anime characters during the 1990s and 2000s. He is recognized for his versatility, having voiced protagonists, antagonists, and supporting characters across numerous series. Among his most noted roles are those specified: Len Tao in the anime adaptation of Shaman King, a role he notably reprised for the 2021 remake of the series, demonstrating a lasting connection to the character. He also voiced Ryuma in Fuma no Kojirou: Seiken Sensou-hen and Nanbu Ushikawa in the science fiction OVA Mighty Space Miners. His work on The Guyver: Bio-Booster Armor saw him take on the leading role of Sho Fukamachi, the titular Guyver, for a portion of the series. Additionally, he lent his voice to the character Cyanor in the classic series Legendary Armor Samurai Troopers.

Beyond these roles, Korol's filmography in animation is remarkably extensive. He has voiced major characters in some of the most beloved anime franchises for French audiences. He is the voice of Toji Suzuhara in Neon Genesis Evangelion, Kintaro Oe in Golden Boy, and Kunio Murai in Great Teacher Onizuka. He also took on the role of the iconic Light Yagami in the live-action French dubs of the Death Note films. His work is not limited to Japanese animation; he was the first French voice of the iconic video game character Sonic the Hedgehog in several animated series and voiced Alvin in Alvin and the Chipmunks.

While not defined by recurring collaborations with a single director, Korol's career is marked by frequent work within the same circle of French voice actors, contributing to the cohesive sound of anime dubbing in France during its formative years. His ability to return to a role like Len Tao after two decades highlights his standing and the quality of his original performance. A notable achievement is his work as a dubbing director, for instance on the series Ikki Tousen, which adds another dimension to his contribution to the industry. In addition to his voice work, he remains active in theater as both an actor and director, and he is involved in teaching and coaching, sharing his expertise with aspiring performers.