Simon Templeman

Simon Templeman, born on January 28, 1954, in Sussex, England, UK, embarked on his acting career in the early 1980s. His initial work included theatrical performances in William Shakespeare’s plays, “Romeo and Juliet” and “A Midsummer’s Night Dream,” as part of the Royal Shakespeare Company National West Tour. He further transitioned into television, appearing in series such as “The Professionals” in 1983 and “The Fear” in 1988, demonstrating his versatility across stage and screen.

Templeman established a significant presence in the voice acting industry, particularly within video games. He is widely known for voicing Kain in the seminal “Legacy of Kain” video game franchise, a role he originated in “Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain” in 1996 and reprised in multiple sequels, including “Soul Reaver” (1999) and “Legacy of Kain: Defiance” (2003). His voice talents also extended to other notable titles, such as Doctor Doom in the “Fantastic Four” animated series (1995-1996), Loghain in “Dragon Age: Origins” (2009), Gabriel Roman in “Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune” (2007), and Admiral Han’Gerrel vas Neema in “Mass Effect 2” (2010). These roles solidified his reputation as a voice actor with a distinctive sound, contributing to the narrative depth of these popular games.

Beyond voice work, Templeman has maintained a consistent live-action career, appearing in diverse television productions. He featured in “Star Trek: The Next Generation” in 1990 and had a recurring role as Cal Ingraham in “Northern Exposure” from 1994 to 1995. More recently, he played Larry Bird, an alien father, in the sitcom “The Neighbors” (2012-2014) for 44 episodes, and Bronté in “Acapulco” in 2021, showcasing his range in both dramatic and comedic roles. His career progression highlights a sustained commitment to acting, evolving from classical theater to modern television and influential video game performances.