Buddy Woodward is an American voice actor recognized for his work in English-language dubs of anime series, primarily during the late 1990s and early 2000s. His career in voice acting is notable for its versatility, a trait often linked to his background as a professional musician. Before and concurrent with his voice acting work, Woodward established himself in the music industry as an award-winning songwriter, singer, and multi-instrumentalist, performing with bands such as The Dixie Bee-Liners. Woodward's voice acting credits are extensive and are frequently associated with two New York-based companies, Central Park Media and TAJ Productions. His work encompasses a wide range of characters, from lead roles to supporting parts, showcasing his adaptability. He is known for his comic timing and improvisational skill, which were particularly highlighted in his starring role in the U.S. version of the anime Ping-Pong Club, where he voiced the character Hiromi Izawa. He provided the voice for Ensign Kojiro Sakai in the English adaptation of The Irresponsible Captain Tylor. His filmography includes a broad range of other anime roles. He voiced Izubuchi in Assemble Insert, Kazuma Ikeda and Miyako's Father in His and Her Circumstances, and various characters in Boogiepop Phantom. He also had a guest-starring role as Mateo the glassblower in the Pokémon episode "The Crystal Onyx". Beyond his anime work, Woodward's voice acting portfolio includes narrating a nature documentary for HDTV and showcasing his range in a mockumentary where he portrayed over twelve distinct characters. His career also extends to live-action performance, with appearances on stage and in the television series Nashville.