JB Blanc voiced the character of Vander on the Netflix series Arcane. Jean Benoit Blanc is a notable actor and voice artist known for his work in animation, video games, and live-action projects. His portrayal of Vander added to the depth of the character making him one of the favourites among the fans.
In the series' first act, Vander is the central character who serves as a guardian to the orphan sisters Vi and Powder. Blanc's voice felt true to the character that requires to be tender and responsible at the same time.
"Vander, a character I played in Arcane, required a tricky balance between strength, power, authority and caring sensitivity." Blanc said, in an interview with Society of Voice Arts and Sciences.
Indeed, not just JB Blanc but Arcane comes with a brilliant cast and characters altogether. The initial announcement about the full voice cast for Arcane was made by Netflix in September 2021 which included Blanc alongside other prominent actors.
Early in his career, JB Blanc also performed extensively on stage as a part of The Royal National Theatre and The Royal Shakespeare Company.
JB Blanc: Live-Action Roles
One of the notable roles of JB Blanc includes a minor character in the crime drama series Breaking Bad and its prequel series Better Call Saul. Dr. Barry Goodman, the head doctor hired by Gustavo Fring was portrayed by JB Blanc.
He played a pivotal character in the television series The Unit, as Dr. Leon Rocha appearing in multiple episodes. Blanc's ability to perfectly portray contrasting characters and to deliver dramatic tension while also being authentic during action-packed or emotional sequences is unique and worth treasuring.
JB Blanc: Voice Artist in Animation & Video Games
Along with Arcane (2021), JB Blanc is widely recognized for his prolific work in Avengers Assemble. He voiced Wrecker and Heimdal in the Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes; and Ursa Major in Marvel Future Avengers along with characters in the Black Panther Series and Lego Marvel Super Heroes.
In Addition to this Blanc's magic is also recognized and appreciated by the biggest video game franchises. This includes Call of Duty, Mortal Kombat X, and League of Legends among others.
JB Blanc was born in Paris, France but moved to Yorkshire, England during his childhood. This Bircultural upbringing exposed him to a variety of cultures and likely contributed to his ability to catch different accents in his voice acting career.
JB Blanc continues to resonate with its audience across the roles from a Hero to a villain, or mentor for the way he compliments every character with perfect gravitas and intensity.