Gemma Chan is an English actress born on November 29, 1982, in London, England. Before pursuing acting, she studied law at Worcester College, Oxford, and later trained at the Drama Centre London. While she is widely known for her on-screen performances in films such as Crazy Rich Asians, Captain Marvel, and Eternals, Chan has also established a presence as a voice actor in several major animated productions, including those in the anime and family film genres.

In the realm of anime, Chan is known for providing the English voice for Natsuko in the acclaimed 2023 Studio Ghibli film The Boy and the Heron. She also voiced the character Quintessa in the 2017 film Transformers: The Last Knight, a role that falls within the action and sci-fi genre that often intersects with anime and animation. Another significant voice role is that of Namaari in the 2021 Disney animated feature Raya and the Last Dragon, where she voiced the primary antagonist. Her additional voice work includes the character Snow White in the animated film Revolting Rhymes (2017) and a role in the animated series Dwellers of the Hills. In video games, she is credited as the voice of Dr. Selina Tan in 007 First Light (2026). Her career in voice acting complements her broader body of work in film and television, which includes roles in major franchises like Marvel Cinematic Universe and Fantastic Beasts.