Kirk Thornton

Kirk Thornton

Kirk Thornton (born May 13, 1956, in Portland, Oregon) is an American voice actor known for his extensive work in anime and video games. He began his career in the 1970s, starting with projects like Lupin the Third: The Secret of Mamo.

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

1

Birthday

13-05-1956

Place of Birth

Portland, Oregon

Also Known As

Actor

Kirk Thornton

Kirk Thornton (born May 13, 1956, in Portland, Oregon) is an American voice actor known for his extensive work in anime and video games. He began his career in the 1970s, starting with projects like Lupin the Third: The Secret of Mamo.

Acting

2003

OldBoy

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Film Debut

Kirk Thornton began his voice acting career in the 1970s, working on anime dubs such as Lupin the Third: The Secret of Mamo.

Early Life and Personal Life

Kirk Thornton was born in Portland, Oregon, on May 13, 1956. He studied acting at the University of Washington. Kirk is married, and he has two children.

Trivia

Some of his most famous roles include Jin from Samurai Champloo, Kisame from Naruto, and Shadow from Sonic the Hedgehog.

Awards

He is regarded as one of the busiest voice actors in anime and video games, earning respect within the industry.

Future Projects

He still does voice acting and is involved in several projects for anime and video games.

Net Worth:

$100 million
Father:

Richard Pattinson
Mother:

Clare Pattinson
Siblings:

Elizabeth “Lizzy” Pattinson (sister)
Birth Sign:

Taurus
Height:

6 feet 1 inch (185 cm)
Weight:

75 kg (165 lbs)
Age:

38 years old (as of 2025)
Movies:

2005 – Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (as Cedric Diggory)
2008 – Twilight (as Edward Cullen)
2010 – Remember Me
2019 – The Lighthouse
2022 – The Batman (as Bruce Wayne/Batman)
Television Shows:

2004 – Ring of the Nibelungs
2004 – The Haunted Airman