Diana Perez
Description
Diana Andrea Pérez Revatett was a highly respected Mexican actress and director of dubbing, best known for her extensive work in anime, television, and animation for the Latin American Spanish market. Born in Mexico City on January 26, 1970, her path to voice acting was rooted in a strong educational foundation. She studied for a Bachelor's degree in Commercial Relations at the National Polytechnic Institute (IPN) and honed her artistic skills through theater workshops at the Secretariat of Finance (SHCP). Her interest in dubbing was sparked in childhood by watching legendary actors like Jorge Arvizu and Zoila Quiñones.
Pérez entered the world of dubbing in November 1994, guided by veteran actor Álvaro Tarcicio. Over her 26-year career, she became a prominent figure in the industry, working not only as a voice actress but also as a director on series such as Pokémon, Thomas & Friends, and Kingdom. She also developed her skills in theater, radio, and as a voice-over talent.
Pérez's most iconic and enduring role was that of Jessie, the female member of Team Rocket, in the long-running anime series Pokémon. She voiced the character for over two decades, from the very first episode through the twenty-third season, Pokémon Journeys: The Series, becoming the definitive voice of Jessie for generations of Latin American fans. Her filmography as Jessie is vast, encompassing nearly every major Pokémon film, including those listed by the user: Pokémon Heroes - Latias & Latios, Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai, Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life, Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction, Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages, Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!, Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution, Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel, and Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle. Her portrayal was noted for its energy, humor, and the creative accents and improvisations she brought to the character, making her a favorite among fans.
Beyond Pokémon, Pérez lent her voice to a wide array of memorable anime characters. She was the first voice of Monkey D. Luffy in the 4Kids Entertainment dub of One Piece. She also voiced the fierce Kagura in Inuyasha and its final act, Sumika Warakubami in Kakegurui, Midori Mishina in Shooting Starlets Musumet, Meiko Rokudo in Ghost Sweeper Mikami, and Kanna Bismarch in Shaman King. Her range extended to Studio Ghibli films, where she played Kanta's mother, Mrs. Ogaki, in My Neighbor Totoro and Toki in the redub of Princess Mononoke. Her credits also include significant roles in Bleach, Naruto, Ranma ½, and Yu-Gi-Oh!.
In addition to her prolific anime work, Pérez was a familiar voice in Western animation and live-action series. She voiced Frida Suárez in El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera and Naomi in Grojband. For English-language series dubbed into Spanish, she was the voice of Carey Martin in The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and its spin-offs, Katherine Mayfair in Desperate Housewives, Sarah Walker in Chuck, and the second voice of Hilda Spellman in Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. She also voiced characters in popular shows like How I Met Your Mother, Castle, Modern Family, and The Walking Dead.
Diana Pérez passed away on April 27, 2021, at the age of 51. Her passing was deeply mourned by colleagues and fans alike, who celebrated her immense talent and the beloved characters she brought to life. Her legacy as a cornerstone of Latin American dubbing, particularly for her iconic work as Jessie in Pokémon, continues to be celebrated by the anime community.
Pérez entered the world of dubbing in November 1994, guided by veteran actor Álvaro Tarcicio. Over her 26-year career, she became a prominent figure in the industry, working not only as a voice actress but also as a director on series such as Pokémon, Thomas & Friends, and Kingdom. She also developed her skills in theater, radio, and as a voice-over talent.
Pérez's most iconic and enduring role was that of Jessie, the female member of Team Rocket, in the long-running anime series Pokémon. She voiced the character for over two decades, from the very first episode through the twenty-third season, Pokémon Journeys: The Series, becoming the definitive voice of Jessie for generations of Latin American fans. Her filmography as Jessie is vast, encompassing nearly every major Pokémon film, including those listed by the user: Pokémon Heroes - Latias & Latios, Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai, Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life, Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction, Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages, Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!, Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution, Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel, and Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle. Her portrayal was noted for its energy, humor, and the creative accents and improvisations she brought to the character, making her a favorite among fans.
Beyond Pokémon, Pérez lent her voice to a wide array of memorable anime characters. She was the first voice of Monkey D. Luffy in the 4Kids Entertainment dub of One Piece. She also voiced the fierce Kagura in Inuyasha and its final act, Sumika Warakubami in Kakegurui, Midori Mishina in Shooting Starlets Musumet, Meiko Rokudo in Ghost Sweeper Mikami, and Kanna Bismarch in Shaman King. Her range extended to Studio Ghibli films, where she played Kanta's mother, Mrs. Ogaki, in My Neighbor Totoro and Toki in the redub of Princess Mononoke. Her credits also include significant roles in Bleach, Naruto, Ranma ½, and Yu-Gi-Oh!.
In addition to her prolific anime work, Pérez was a familiar voice in Western animation and live-action series. She voiced Frida Suárez in El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera and Naomi in Grojband. For English-language series dubbed into Spanish, she was the voice of Carey Martin in The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and its spin-offs, Katherine Mayfair in Desperate Housewives, Sarah Walker in Chuck, and the second voice of Hilda Spellman in Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. She also voiced characters in popular shows like How I Met Your Mother, Castle, Modern Family, and The Walking Dead.
Diana Pérez passed away on April 27, 2021, at the age of 51. Her passing was deeply mourned by colleagues and fans alike, who celebrated her immense talent and the beloved characters she brought to life. Her legacy as a cornerstone of Latin American dubbing, particularly for her iconic work as Jessie in Pokémon, continues to be celebrated by the anime community.
All Characters
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle
- SpanishAnime overview: Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution
- SpanishAnime overview: Kakegurui
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon Journeys: The Series
- SpanishAnime overview: My Neighbor Totoro
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon: Black and White
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea
- SpanishAnime overview: Shooting Starlets Musumet
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon Heroes - Latias & Latios
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!
- SpanishAnime overview: Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages