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Dave Ward (voice actor)

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Dave Ward
Born (1957-01-14) 14 January 1957 (age 67)
Glasgow, Scotland
Other names
  • David "Squatch" Ward
  • Dave "Squatch" Ward
  • David Ward
OccupationVoice actor
Years active1980–present
SpouseLisa Ward (????–present)

David Ward (born 14 January 1957), commonly known as Dave "Squatch" Ward or David "Squatch" Ward, is a Scottish-born Canadian voice actor who has played roles in television and movies. His most popular starring roles have been on Dragon Ball, Aldo in Sitting Ducks, Gundam Wing, and the live-action role of Ned Bell in So Weird.

Early life

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David Ward was born in Glasgow, Scotland. He moved to Canada with his family at the age of 3.

After doing most schooling in Toronto, Ward became a carpenter and moved out west. Eventually, he joined the hotel business and later becoming the owner of his own hotel.

Career

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Ward got started in the entertainment business by becoming a stand-up comedian and performed in comedy clubs. His time came one night when a popular act failed to show and he was the only one to perform in front of a full audience, becoming a success. Three months later he quit his business and went on a comedy tour for 4 years.

Around the early 1990s, he was approached by a talent agent who encouraged him to audition for television shows and movies shot in Vancouver. This landed him in numerous films and shows. Ward has also played roles in animated films in television, including anime.

Personal life

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Ward is married to his wife Lisa. He is currently active on YouTube and Facebook.

Filmography

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Animation

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Anime

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Live-action

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References

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  1. ^ Crump, William D. (2019). Happy Holidays—Animated! A Worldwide Encyclopedia of Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and New Year's Cartoons on Television and Film. McFarland & Co. p. 6. ISBN 9781476672939.
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