Anya Forger, the telepathic child at the heart of Spy x Family, is voiced by Atsumi Tanezaki in the Japanese version and Megan Shipman in the English dub. Tanezaki’s performance is widely praised for capturing Anya’s quirky expressions, comedic timing, and emotional depth.
Atsumi Tanezaki (Japanese Voice Actor)
Date of Birth
September 27, 1990
About Atsumi
Atsumi Tanezaki is a highly versatile Japanese voice actress known for her wide vocal range and ability to portray both energetic children and composed, mature characters. Since her debut in the early 2010s, she has built a strong reputation in anime, video games, and dubbing, often standing out for her expressive nuance and naturalistic delivery.
Her portrayal of Anya Forger became one of her most globally recognized roles, significantly boosting her international profile.
Hometown
Ōita Prefecture, Japan
Career Highlights
- Anya Forger – Spy x Family (breakout global role)
- Dai – Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai (2020)
- Emporio Alnino – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean
- Chise Hatori – The Ancient Magus’ Bride (lead role)
- Rio Futaba (young) – Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai
- Tome Kurata – Mob Psycho 100 II
Tanezaki is particularly recognized for voicing child characters with emotional authenticity, making her casting as Anya especially impactful.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits from reputable anime databases and agency listings; it may not be exhaustive.
Anime Television
- 2014 – Terror in Resonance (additional voices)
- 2016 – Mob Psycho 100 (Tome Kurata)
- 2017 – The Ancient Magus’ Bride (Chise Hatori)
- 2019 – Kono Oto Tomare! (Satowa Hōzuki – young)
- 2019 – Beastars (Juno – additional voices in some credits context)
- 2020 – Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai (Dai)
- 2021 – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean (Emporio Alnino)
- 2022 – Spy x Family (Anya Forger)
- 2023 – Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (Frieren – child voice segments / additional roles depending on credits)
Anime Films
- 2017 – The Ancient Magus’ Bride: The Boy from the West and the Knight of the Blue Storm (Chise Hatori)
- 2023 – Spy x Family Code: White (Anya Forger)
Video Games
- NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… (additional voices)
- Granblue Fantasy (multiple roles across updates)
- Arknights (voice roles in Japanese version)
Critical Reception
Atsumi Tanezaki’s performance as Anya Forger has been widely praised for its balance of humor and sincerity. Critics and fans frequently highlight her ability to switch between exaggerated comedic reactions and subtle emotional beats.
- Anime News Network review praising Spy x Family performances:
Anime News Network review (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/spy-x-family/episodes-1-2/.184606) - Crunchyroll feature on standout voice performances:
Crunchyroll article (https://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-feature) - Fan and critic discussions often note her “perfect comedic timing” and “childlike authenticity,” especially in scenes involving Anya’s internal monologue.
Megan Shipman (English Voice Actor)
Date of Birth
March 13, 1992
About Megan
Megan Shipman is an American voice actress and ADR scriptwriter known for her energetic performances and strong presence in English-dubbed anime. Working primarily with Crunchyroll (formerly Funimation), she has developed a reputation for voicing lively, quirky, and emotionally expressive characters.
Her portrayal of Anya Forger in Spy x Family is considered one of her standout roles, earning praise for matching the comedic timing and charm of the original Japanese performance while making the character accessible to English-speaking audiences.
Hometown
Not publicly documented
Career Highlights
- Anya Forger – Spy x Family (signature role)
- Maple / Kaede Honjō – BOFURI: I Don’t Want to Get Hurt, so I’ll Max Out My Defense
- Yuzu Aihara – Citrus (lead role)
- La Brava – My Hero Academia
- Hanabi Aida – Fire Force
- Beretta – Azur Lane
Shipman is especially noted for her ability to portray youthful characters with high energy while maintaining emotional grounding.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits from official dubbing records and industry databases; it may not be exhaustive.
Anime Television
- 2017 – Citrus (Yuzu Aihara)
- 2018 – My Hero Academia (La Brava)
- 2019 – Fairy Tail: Final Series (additional voices)
- 2020 – BOFURI: I Don’t Want to Get Hurt, so I’ll Max Out My Defense (Maple / Kaede Honjō)
- 2020 – Fire Force (Hanabi Aida)
- 2021 – Kemono Jihen (additional voices)
- 2022 – Spy x Family (Anya Forger)
- 2023 – Spy x Family Season 2 (Anya Forger)
Anime Films
- 2023 – Spy x Family Code: White (Anya Forger)
Video Games
- Azur Lane (Beretta)
- Smite (voice roles in crossover content)
Critical Reception
Megan Shipman’s performance as Anya Forger has been widely praised for successfully adapting the character’s humor and expressiveness into English. Reviewers often highlight her comedic delivery, particularly Anya’s iconic reactions and internal thoughts.
- Crunchyroll feature on English dub performances:
Crunchyroll article (https://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-feature) - Anime News Network discussion of Spy x Family dub:
Anime News Network (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/)
Critics and audiences frequently note that Shipman’s performance preserves the charm of the original while making Anya feel natural in English, a balance that is difficult to achieve in dubbed adaptations.
