Actors Who Came Out as Non-Binary After Voicing Iconic Game Characters

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The video game world is becoming much more inclusive, both in the characters players see and the people who create them. Increasingly, voice actors and well-known personalities are openly sharing their non-binary or gender-fluid identities, even after achieving success in gaming. This increased visibility is helping to diversify the industry and allows fans to connect with the people behind their favorite characters.

Elliot Page

Elliot Page gained recognition for his impressive performance as Jodie Holmes in the 2013 video game ‘Beyond: Two Souls,’ which was notable for its advanced motion capture and voice acting. The game helped establish Page as an important figure in the gaming world. In December 2020, Page publicly shared that he is transgender and non-binary, and he has since become a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights while continuing his successful acting career.

Cara Delevingne

Cara Delevingne, a model and actress, unexpectedly delighted gamers in 2013 by lending her voice to the DJ on the Non-Stop-Pop FM radio station in ‘Grand Theft Auto V’. Her character offered funny observations and played a popular selection of songs that became the backdrop for countless players exploring the game’s city. Delevingne has since discussed her gender identity, identifying as genderfluid and explaining that her sense of gender isn’t fixed. Her appearance in the hugely popular game continues to be a beloved hidden surprise for fans of both gaming and pop culture.

Bella Ramsey

Bella Ramsey is well-known for playing Ellie in the TV series ‘The Last of Us,’ but they’ve also done voice work, including the character Freya in the video game ‘Doctor Who Infinity.’ Their career, which started with ‘Game of Thrones,’ has increasingly focused on projects popular within geek culture. During interviews for ‘The Last of Us,’ Ramsey publicly shared that they identify as non-binary, meaning they don’t define themselves by a specific gender. Since then, they’ve become an important voice for non-binary representation in media.

Bex Taylor-Klaus

Bex Taylor-Klaus voiced Pidge Gunderson in the animated series ‘Voltron: Legendary Defender’ and its VR game, ‘Voltron VR Chronicles,’ and played Keo Venzee in the video game ‘Star Wars: Squadrons.’ Pidge’s character hid their gender, which connected with many LGBTQ+ fans before Taylor-Klaus publicly shared their own identity. In 2018, Taylor-Klaus came out as non-binary, using they/them pronouns. Through their work, they continue to help bring more honest and relatable queer characters to life in animation and voice acting.

Casey Mongillo

Casey Mongillo has a diverse voice acting background, starting with roles in popular games like ‘Red Dead Redemption’ and ‘Star Trek Online’ – long before becoming famous for voicing Shinji Ikari in ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’. Early in their career, they worked under a different name, proving their talent in the industry. Later, Casey came out as a transgender non-binary woman, and has since brought authenticity to their work, including voicing the non-binary character Floofty Fizzlebean in the popular game ‘Bugsnax’.

Erika Ishii

Erika Ishii is a highly successful voice actor, famous for bringing characters like Valkyrie in ‘Apex Legends’ and Ana Bray in ‘Destiny 2’ to life. Recently, Ishii has been sharing their experiences as a genderfluid and pansexual person. They were once told to keep this part of their identity private for career reasons, but now openly embrace it, hoping to inspire other LGBTQ+ gamers. Ishii continues to land major roles, demonstrating that being true to yourself is a strength, not a weakness.

Alyson Stoner

Alyson Stoner is a familiar face to Disney viewers, but many video game fans know them as the voice of Kairi and Xion in the popular ‘Kingdom Hearts’ games. For more than ten years, Stoner brought these characters to life, and their fans have watched them grow up right alongside the game series. In 2018, Stoner publicly came out as queer in a heartfelt essay, and has since openly discussed being gender fluid and using they/them pronouns. This honest and open evolution from child star to adult has been truly inspiring to many who grew up with the ‘Kingdom Hearts’ RPGs.

Grimes

Grimes, the musician, voiced the character Lizzy Wizzy, a cyborg pop star, in the video game ‘Cyberpunk 2077’. Lizzy Wizzy performs in the game and plays a key role in a popular side quest that explores themes of fame and who we are. Grimes herself has often spoken about identifying as gender-neutral, explaining she doesn’t feel connected to traditional gender roles. Her involvement in ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ reinforced the game’s futuristic ideas about technology, humanity, and how we define identity, including gender.

Kayli Mills

Kayli Mills is a well-known voice actor in the anime and gaming world, having voiced characters like Misako in ‘River City Girls’ and important roles in popular games like ‘Genshin Impact’ and ‘Re:Zero’. They’re celebrated for their lively and adaptable performances. Kayli, who identifies as non-binary and uses she/they pronouns, has connected with fans by openly sharing their life and identity alongside their work in action-packed games. They’re part of a new wave of talent that’s changing the voice-over industry.

Kdin Jenzen

Kdin Jenzen is a voice actress well-known for her work with Rooster Teeth, especially as the voice of May Marigold in ‘RWBY’ and its games, like ‘RWBY: Grimm Eclipse’. After years of voicing characters for the company, Jenzen publicly came out as a transgender woman and began discussing themes of gender identity. Notably, her character, May Marigold, was established as the first officially transgender character within the ‘RWBY’ story, reflecting Jenzen’s personal experiences. Since then, she’s been a vocal advocate for improved support and inclusion of marginalized groups in professional environments.

Valeria Rodriguez

Valeria Rodriguez is the voice of Sucrose, the alchemist in the popular game ‘Genshin Impact’. As a non-binary actor, Rodriguez has beautifully portrayed the character – a shy and curious scientist – and quickly become a favorite among players. They’ve openly shared their identity online, connecting with fans who appreciate seeing themselves represented. Recently, Rodriguez also voiced Venture, a non-binary hero in ‘Overwatch 2’, which was a significant moment because the character’s identity matched their own.

Jinkx Monsoon

Jinkx Monsoon, a well-known drag queen and actor, lent their voice to the villain Emerald in the video game ‘Steven Universe: Save the Light’. Jinkx, who identifies as non-binary and transfeminine and uses they/she pronouns, brought a dramatic and intimidating quality to the character, which suited the game’s fantastical world of alien gems. Their work helped connect the worlds of drag and gaming, sharing their captivating personality with a new audience.

Let us know in the comments which performance you like best, and feel free to suggest other performers you think should be included.

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2025-12-09 04:45