Beatrice from Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World is voiced by Satomi Arai in the original Japanese version, with Kira Buckland providing her voice in the English dub.
Below is a complete, verified profile of Beatrice’s Japanese voice actor.
Satomi Arai — The Japanese Voice of Beatrice
Date of Birth
July 4, 1980
About Satomi
Satomi Arai is a veteran Japanese voice actress known for her distinctive, energetic vocal style—often blending sharp comedic timing with emotional depth. Her portrayal of Beatrice (“Betty”) in Re:Zero stands out for its unique mix of tsundere attitude, sarcasm, and vulnerability, which has made the character one of the series’ most beloved supporting figures.
Beyond Beatrice, Arai is widely recognized for voicing eccentric and memorable characters across anime, frequently bringing strong personality and expressive delivery to her roles.
Hometown
Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Career Highlights
- Beatrice — Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World
- Kuroko Shirai — A Certain Magical Index / A Certain Scientific Railgun
- Bisca Mulan — Fairy Tail
- Sayoko Shinozaki — Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
- Bicine — HUGtto! Pretty Cure
Arai’s performance as Beatrice has been especially praised for evolving alongside the character—from a guarded, mysterious librarian spirit to a deeply emotional and loyal companion.
Full Current Filmography
Below is a structured list of documented roles from available sources (not exhaustive):
Anime (TV & Film)
- Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World — Beatrice
- A Certain Magical Index — Kuroko Shirai
- A Certain Scientific Railgun — Kuroko Shirai
- Fairy Tail — Bisca Mulan
- Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion — Sayoko Shinozaki
- HUGtto! Pretty Cure — Bicine
Note: This list reflects widely documented roles from cited sources and may not include her complete body of work.
Critical Reception
Satomi Arai’s portrayal of Beatrice has been consistently praised by fans and critics for its emotional range. Initially defined by her iconic “I suppose” catchphrase and aloof demeanor, Beatrice’s later character development required a deeper, more vulnerable performance—something Arai delivered with notable intensity, especially in later seasons where the role became more demanding.
Her ability to shift between comedic exaggeration and heartfelt drama is often cited as a key reason for Beatrice’s lasting popularity.
Our Sources
- Beatrice character profile and voice cast (https://otakumode.com/otapedia/anime/re_zero/rezero_beatrice)
- Satomi Arai biography and roles (https://powerrangers.fandom.com/wiki/Satomi_Arai)
- Behind The Voice Actors – Re:Zero cast listings (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/characters/ReZERO-Starting-Life-in-Another-World/Beatrice/)
- Interview coverage on Re:Zero production (https://www.cbr.com/re-zero-season-3-beatrice-voice-actor-recording-reveal/)
Kira Buckland — The English Voice of Beatrice
Date of Birth
July 16, 1987
About Kira
Kira Buckland is an American voice actress known for her versatile range across anime, video games, and animation. Her performance as Beatrice in the English dub of Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World captures the character’s signature blend of arrogance, wit, and hidden emotional depth. Buckland’s delivery preserves Beatrice’s iconic speech quirks while making them feel natural to English-speaking audiences, helping the dub maintain the spirit of the original Japanese performance.
She has built a strong reputation in the industry for portraying both strong-willed and emotionally layered characters, often in major anime and AAA game titles.
Hometown
Anchorage, Alaska, USA (raised primarily in California)
Career Highlights
- Beatrice — Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World
- 2B (YoRHa No.2 Type B) — NieR: Automata
- Jolyne Cujoh — JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean
- Mitsuri Kanroji — Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
- Kuki Shinobu — Genshin Impact
- Hiyoko Saionji — Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair
Her role as 2B in NieR: Automata is particularly acclaimed, earning widespread recognition and helping cement her status as a leading voice in modern game and anime dubbing.
Full Current Filmography
Below is a structured list of documented roles from available sources (not exhaustive):
Anime (English Dub)
- Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World — Beatrice
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean — Jolyne Cujoh
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba — Mitsuri Kanroji
- Blue Exorcist — (additional voices)
- Kill la Kill — (supporting roles)
Video Games
- NieR: Automata — 2B
- Genshin Impact — Kuki Shinobu
- Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair — Hiyoko Saionji
- Fire Emblem Heroes — multiple characters
- Street Fighter V — Falke
Note: This list reflects documented credits from cited sources and may not be exhaustive.
Critical Reception
Kira Buckland’s portrayal of Beatrice has been well received for staying faithful to the character’s original tone while adapting her speech patterns for English audiences. Fans often highlight how she balances Beatrice’s sharp, almost bratty delivery with moments of genuine vulnerability—especially in emotionally intense arcs later in the series.
Her broader career has also earned critical acclaim, particularly for emotionally demanding roles like 2B, where subtle vocal performance carries much of the narrative weight.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors – Beatrice (English cast) (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/characters/ReZERO-Starting-Life-in-Another-World/Beatrice/)
- Kira Buckland official website (https://kira-buckland.com/)
- Anime News Network encyclopedia (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=105058)
- Interviews and casting confirmations via official dub releases and distributor materials
Social Media
- Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/KiraBuckland
- Official Website: https://kira-buckland.com/
