Riza Hawkeye in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is voiced by Fumiko Orikasa in the Japanese version and Colleen Clinkenbeard in the English dub. Orikasa’s performance is widely praised for portraying Hawkeye’s calm, disciplined demeanor alongside her quiet emotional strength.
Japanese Voice Actor: Fumiko Orikasa
Date of Birth
December 27, 1974
About Fumiko
Fumiko Orikasa is a respected Japanese voice actress and singer known for her ability to portray composed, intelligent, and emotionally grounded characters. With a soft yet firm vocal tone, she often voices strong female figures who balance authority with compassion. Her role as Riza Hawkeye is one of her most recognized performances, embodying loyalty, restraint, and subtle emotional depth.
Hometown
Tokyo, Japan
Career Highlights
- Riza Hawkeye – Fullmetal Alchemist (2003) & Brotherhood
- Rukia Kuchiki – Bleach
- Chise Hatori – The Ancient Magus’ Bride (early drama CDs / related media)
- Yoko Littner – Gurren Lagann (select media appearances)
- Serena (Princess Serenity) – Sailor Moon Crystal
Orikasa’s portrayal of Hawkeye stands out for its subtlety—conveying deep emotion through minimalistic delivery.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented anime voice acting credits from reputable databases; it may not be exhaustive.
Anime Television (Selected, Chronological Highlights)
- 2004 – Bleach (Rukia Kuchiki)
- 2006 – Ergo Proxy (Re-l Mayer – additional roles may vary)
- 2007 – Claymore (Ophelia)
- 2009 – Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (Riza Hawkeye)
- 2011 – Gintama (additional roles)
- 2014 – Sailor Moon Crystal (Princess Serenity)
- 2017 – The Ancient Magus’ Bride (related roles / early media)
Anime Films (Selected)
- 2006 – Bleach: Memories of Nobody (Rukia Kuchiki)
- 2007 – Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion (Rukia Kuchiki)
- 2010 – Fullmetal Alchemist: The Sacred Star of Milos (Riza Hawkeye)
Video Games (Selected)
- Bleach games (Rukia Kuchiki)
- Fullmetal Alchemist games (Riza Hawkeye)
- Super Robot Wars series (various roles)
Critical Reception
Fumiko Orikasa’s performance as Riza Hawkeye has been widely praised for its restraint and emotional precision. Critics and fans often highlight how her calm delivery enhances Hawkeye’s role as a disciplined soldier while still allowing glimpses of vulnerability and deep loyalty.
- Anime News Network – Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood review:
https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/fullmetal-alchemist-brotherhood - MyAnimeList – Fumiko Orikasa Profile:
https://myanimelist.net/people/35/Fumiko_Orikasa
These sources consistently note her effectiveness in portraying strong, composed female characters.
Social Media
No verified official social media accounts with publicly confirmed handles and direct URLs were found.
English Voice Actor: Colleen Clinkenbeard
Date of Birth
April 13, 1980
About Colleen
Colleen Clinkenbeard is an American voice actress, ADR director, and scriptwriter best known for her extensive work with Funimation (now Crunchyroll). She frequently voices strong, intelligent, and composed female characters, making her a perfect fit for Riza Hawkeye. In addition to voice acting, she has played a major role behind the scenes in shaping English anime dubs.
Her portrayal of Hawkeye is widely praised for its calm authority, emotional restraint, and subtle warmth—faithfully capturing the character’s loyalty and inner strength.
Hometown
Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
Career Highlights
- Riza Hawkeye – Fullmetal Alchemist (2003) & Brotherhood
- Erza Scarlet – Fairy Tail
- Monkey D. Luffy – One Piece (Funimation dub)
- Momo Yaoyorozu – My Hero Academia
- Gohan (young) – Dragon Ball Z Kai (select roles)
Clinkenbeard’s role as Hawkeye stands among her most grounded performances, contrasting with her more energetic or commanding characters like Luffy and Erza.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits from reputable sources such as Behind The Voice Actors and industry databases; it may not be exhaustive.
Anime (English Dub – Selected, Chronological Highlights)
- 2003 – Fullmetal Alchemist (Riza Hawkeye)
- 2007 – One Piece (Monkey D. Luffy – Funimation dub)
- 2009 – Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (Riza Hawkeye)
- 2010 – Fairy Tail (Erza Scarlet)
- 2016 – My Hero Academia (Momo Yaoyorozu)
- 2019 – Dr. Stone (Lillian Weinberg)
Animation (Western / Additional Work)
- ADR direction and scriptwriting for numerous Funimation/Crunchyroll titles
Video Games (Selected)
- Fairy Tail games (Erza Scarlet)
- My Hero Academia games (Momo Yaoyorozu)
- One Piece games (Monkey D. Luffy)
Critical Reception
Colleen Clinkenbeard’s performance as Riza Hawkeye has been consistently praised for its composure and emotional nuance. Critics and fans often highlight how her controlled delivery enhances Hawkeye’s role as both a disciplined soldier and a deeply loyal confidant.
- Behind The Voice Actors – Colleen Clinkenbeard Profile:
https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Colleen-Clinkenbeard/ - MyAnimeList – Colleen Clinkenbeard Profile:
https://myanimelist.net/people/196/Colleen_Clinkenbeard
These sources frequently commend her versatility and strong presence across a wide range of roles.
Social Media
X: @ccarrollbeard (https://x.com/ccarrollbeard)
