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2025 Voice Actor Lineup
Nolan North
Nolan North is a voice actor and actor best known for his work in video games, television, and film. Originally a CT native, North gained widespread fame for voicing the character Nathan Drake in the Uncharted video game series. His career spans numerous roles in both animated series and live-action television. Apart from Nathan Drake, North is also known for voicing characters in Assassin's Creed, Destiny, Family Guy, and Spider-Man: The Animated Series.
Steven Ogg
Steven Ogg currently appears in BBC’s new critically acclaimed TV show BOILING POINT, based on the hit film starring Stephen Graham. Steven is best known for playing Simon in AMC’s THE WALKING DEAD, Rebus in HBO’s WESTWORLD, Sobchak in another AMC hit, BETTER CALL SAUL, Pike in TNT’s SNOWPIERCER, and he also played Captain Howard in Apple TV’s movie EMANCIPATION. Steven has a global notoriety for his role as Trevor in the video game GTA V.
In 2022-2023, Steven has had a variety of roles in many forthcoming Indie features including BLIND RIVER, DARK MATCH, HAZARD, THE DRESDEN SUN, THE GHOST TRAP, SCARED SH**LESS, and most recently wrapped CONCESSIONS.
Steven grew up doing theatre in his hometown of Alberta, Canada before traveling to study in Europe and NYC, where he resided for 20 years before relocating to sunny South Pasadena, California. His poetry collection, CATHARSE-IS, will debut in 2024 by the UK-based publisher Pegasus, and he is collaborating on a theatrical production in Ireland.
Ned Luke
Before exploding onto the international scene as the voice and likeness of Michael DeSanta in the wildly popular video game Grand Theft Auto V, Ned Luke had already accomplished much in his career of nearly thirty years. He waited tables, sold cars, real estate, time shares and hot dogs. All the while, Ned managed to enjoy enough success in show biz to keep him coming back for more. Ned has appeared in nearly 100 commercials through the years hawking such products as Budweiser, Cheerios, Burger King, and many, many more.
Ned has also enjoyed success on the small screen with shows including Law and Order:SVU, Third Watch, Boardwalk Empire, Law and Order, Murder One and the just completed pilot Unfiltered to name a few. He even voiced a sheepdog named Raffles in the animated film Rover Dangerfield.
A die hard fan of the Chicago White Sox, Ned once turned down a national beer commercial because it shot in Wrigley Field, home to the hated Cubbies. Ned and his beautiful wife Amy live with their 13 year old son Bubba in New York.
Ned on making of GTA V: "Stealing cars is hell of a lot more fun than selling them..."
Shawn "Solo" Fonteno
Shawn “Solo” Fonteno, is the voice behind the character Franklin in Grand Theft Auto V. Born in Watts, California, Solo was involved in the music industry, recording the West Coast anthem "Whoop Whoop" and touring with notable artists like Ice Cube and Queen Latifah. After a public falling out with Ice Cube and surviving a near-fatal shooting, Solo refocused on his family and faith.
He later ventured into acting, starring in films like 3 Strikes (2000) and The Wash (2001), and also pursued motorcycle racing, eventually becoming Vice President of the Choppers crew. His life took another turn when DJ Pooh, a key figure behind Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, invited him to Rockstar Games. Solo's authentic background made him the perfect fit for the role of Franklin in Grand Theft Auto V. After two and a half years of character development, Solo's voice became part of one of the best-selling video games in history.
Now, with fame from his role in the game, Solo continues to pursue voice acting, film, and other opportunities, but remains grounded, prioritizing his family.
Tim Kitzrow
Tim Kitzrow is a renowned voice artist known for his work in popular sports video games such as NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, NHL Hitz, and MLB Slugfest. He has also voiced over a dozen classic pinball games, including The Twilight Zone and Elvira’s Scared Stiff, earning the TWIPPY Award for best callouts. NBA Jam, which has grossed over $2 billion, introduced the iconic catchphrase "BOOMSHAKALAKA" to the NBA lexicon.
Based in Chicago, Kitzrow is celebrated for his memorable catchphrases and unique humor. He has appeared on ESPN and FoxSports, collaborated with NBA teams like the Golden State Warriors and Milwaukee Bucks, and worked with major gaming companies such as EA Sports and Midway. His in-game highlights with the Houston Rockets won a 2016 award for best video presentation across major sports leagues.
With over 30 years in the industry, Kitzrow has voiced numerous classic games and is the only talent to voice all four major sports leagues. His latest project, NBA Superstars, is a spiritual successor to NBA Jam. He is featured in documentaries about NBA Jam and Midway Games. Classically trained as an actor, Kitzrow has performed in theater and worked in gaming, television, and radio.
Quinton Flynn
Quinton Flynn is beloved as Axel/Lea from the Kingdom Hearts, Raiden from Metal Gear and Silver The Hedgehog in the Sonic series! He’s Kon in Bleach, Iruka Umino in Naruto, Reno in Final Fantasy, Jhin The Virtuoso in League of Legends, Kolyat Krios in Mass Effect and Sir Henry-Cooldown in No More Heroes.
The vocal gymnast is also Sheldon Lee, Sliver Shell and Don Prima from My Life As A Teenage Robot! And plethora of characters in Avatar The Last Airbender, Star Wars The Old Republic, Crash Bandicoot, Batman Arkham City Origins, World Of Warcraft and many more…
Reminisce about his stints on Animaniacs, AngryBeavers, Aladdin, Johnny Bravo, Bruno The Kid, Hey Arnold, or Timon in Around The World With Timon & Pumbaa and Mickey Mouse! Or, simply sit back and get In Like Flynn!
2025 Content Creators Lineup
"RetroRGB" Bob Neal
Bob is the founder of RetroRGB, a website, YouTube channel and podcast dedicated to classic gaming. RetroRGB helps people get a good experience from retro consoles, as well as keeps people up to date with info on new classic gaming products, and highlights the developers behind these amazing creations.
"Phoenix Resale" Caleb Ashton
Caleb has been a YouTube poser for a number of years and a scumbag reseller for even longer. His hobbies include lowballing children at yard sales, inflating the retro video game market, creating trashy clickbait and pretending to be a real gamer. He often bribes his way onto convention panels and aspires to one day sell a copy of Brain Age for over $1,000.
Retro Rick
Retro Rick has been a key part of the retro community. Beginning as a youtube creator where he showcased his hunt for all things video games, vintage toys and clothes to owning his own retro game store Retro Rick's Game Point, Rick is a staple in the retro video gaming community.
What's Ken Making
Ken is the creator behind the YouTube channel What’s Ken Making, where he dives deep into vintage computers, classic gaming systems, and electronics projects. Known for insightful teardowns, custom builds, and his teaching spirit, Ken breaks things down (sometimes literally) for those who love geeking out over retro tech.
Retro Tech
Steve is a Cathode Ray Tube Specialist set on saving CRTs for future generations to enjoy. His channel, Retro Tech is dedicated to Preserving CRT Monitors, Televisions and other Vintage Technologies through the art of hardware repairs and restorations.
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