Ricco is an actor whose performances have been seen in many ways: on stage, film, commercials, industrials, voice-over, animation, motion-capture- if it involves the body and voice, he's done it! Known locally for his indie film work, abroad folks best know him for his roles in anime and video games. Most recent credits include the egoist striker Isagi in "Blue Lock," the loveable Mirio in "My Hero Academia," Tomo's best bud Jun in "Tomo-Chan is a Girl!," the enigmatic Kotaro in "Zombieland Saga," the fearsome Benimaru in "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime," and the party loving priest Pandreo in “Fire Emblem: Engage.” An avid gamer and watcher of anime and movies, Ricco loves being physically active and his cats! He is originally from San Jose, California and resides in Dallas, Texas.
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Guest Panels
Heroes in Training & Heroes of the Sky: Mirio and Stars and Stripes
with Ricco Fajardo & Natalie Van Sistine
(Friday @ 5:30~6:30PM in Panel Room 320)
Dive into the My Hero Academia universe with Ricco Fajardo (Mirio Togata) and Natalie Van Sistine (Stars and Stripes) as they explore the contrasting roles of a hero-in-training and one of the most powerful Pro Heroes. Hear about their experiences voicing Mirio’s optimism and heroism and Stars and Stripes’ unwavering dedication to justice. Get behind-the-scenes insights into their characters and how they bring their unique personalities to life in the world of MHA.
Find Your Hadouken: Voice Acting Techniques for Legendary Fights
with Ricco Fajardo, Jason Douglas, & Natalie Van Sistine
(Saturday @ 4:00~5:00PM in Panel Room 320)Join My Hero Academia’s Ricco Fajardo (Mirio Togata), Dragon Ball Super’s Jason Douglas (Beerus), and Spy x Family’s Natalie Van Sistine (Yor Forger) for an interactive voice acting workshop focused on creating unforgettable action scenes.In this dynamic panel, the voice actors will dive into the techniques that bring anime and video game battles to life, from breath control and vocal intensity to physical movements that mirror the high-energy fights we love.
