Kiyoyuki Yanada (梁田 清之, Yanada Kiyoyuki, May 10, 1965 – November 14, 2022) was a Japanese freelance voice actor who was formerly affiliated with Kyu Production, 81 Produce, and D-COLOR.[3] As a child, he wanted to be a physical education teacher before becoming a voice actor in 1987.[3] The first role he auditioned for was Shutendouji in Ronin Warriors.[3] He took over some of the roles from the late Yō Yoshimura and Kazuyuki Sogabe. His hobbies included driving and sports such as baseball, soccer, and karate.
Kiyoyuki Yanada | |
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梁田 清之 | |
Born | Kiyoyuki Harita May 10, 1965[1] |
Died | November 14, 2022 | (aged 57)
Occupation | Voice actor |
Years active | 1987–2022 |
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On November 21, 2022, it was announced that Yanada died whilst undergoing cancer treatment on November 14 at the age of 57.[4][5]