Colleen O'Shaughnessey

Colleen Ann O'Shaughnessey is a prolific American voice actress whose career spans over three decades, beginning in the early 1990s after she graduated with a B.F.A. in musical theatre from the University of Michigan. Born on September 15, 1971, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, she entered the world of animation and gaming with her breakout role as Sora Takenouchi in the first two seasons of Digimon, quickly establishing herself as a versatile talent capable of conveying both youthful energy and emotional depth. Over the years she has voiced iconic characters such as Jazz Fenton in Danny Phantom, Ino Yamanaka and Konohamaru Sarutobi in Naruto, and the Wasp/Janet Van Dyne in The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, each performance showcasing her ability to bring distinct personalities to life across different media. Since 2010 she has become especially renowned among fans of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, taking on the role of Miles “Tails” Prower and later also voicing Charmy Bee, roles she has reprised in multiple video games and the live‑action Sonic films released in 2020, 2022, and 2024. Her extensive game credits include portrayals of Genis Sage in Tales of Symphonia, KOS‑MOS in Xenosaga Episode II, and numerous characters in the Fire Emblem series, highlighting her adaptability across genres and platforms. In addition to her work in animation and gaming, O'Shaughnessey has contributed voices to major Hollywood productions such as Horton Hears a Who! and Toy Story 3, often adding depth to supporting roles. Off screen, she resides in Los Angeles with her husband, writer‑producer Jason Villard, whom she married in 2000, and their two children, balancing a demanding career with family life while continuing to influence a new generation of voice talent.