Steve Olson

With a solid radio background dating back to 1975, Olson is accustomed to using his voice with flair to create a distinct tone. In 1993, he served as program director at an Edmonton radio station and engaged in extensive commercial voice work. Olson finally entered the animation world in the late 1990s through a former graduate of the Radio, Television, and Broadcast News (RTBN) program. Because one of his students worked as a talent coordinator for Chinook Animations, he was able to audition through the company and secured a role in re-voicing the Dragon Ball series for the 'Blue Water Dub.' This meant Olson’s voice was used for broadcasts on TV stations such as YTV, although those episodes were not intended for distribution. His most recognized roles in the Dragon Ball universe include narrator for the series, General Rilldo, Old Supreme Kai, and various additional voices in the related series Dragon Ball GT. Olson’s theatre background—holding both a bachelor’s degree in drama and a master’s degree in theatre—plays a significant part in his voice acting career. While radio provided his income, drama remained his passion.