Crunchyroll has introduced that international music star The Weeknd will seem on the tenth annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards, the place he’ll current the evening’s high honor, Anime of the 12 months. The ceremony is scheduled to happen in Tokyo on Might 23, marking a milestone version of the occasion.
The Weeknd’s involvement displays his long-standing connection to anime, which has influenced each his visible type and musical route. He joins a rising lineup of movie star presenters who spotlight the medium’s increasing international affect.
Fan voting for this yr’s awards is at present open and can run via April 15. Viewers can vote every day throughout 32 classes through official platforms, together with Crunchyroll and MyAnimeList, serving to decide the winners, together with Anime of the 12 months.
The nominees for Anime of the 12 months embody Dan Da Dan Season 2, Gachiakuta, My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON, Takopi’s Authentic Sin, The Apothecary Diaries (season 2), and The Summer season Hikaru Died.
In an announcement, The Weeknd spoke about anime’s affect on his profession, recalling early publicity to collection like Sailor Moon and Dragon Ball.
He recognized Samurai Champloo as a pivotal work that reshaped his understanding of storytelling by mixing anime with hip-hop tradition. He additionally credited artists corresponding to Nujabes and administrators together with Shinichiro Watanabe, Satoshi Kon, Mamoru Oshii, and Katsuhiro Otomo for shaping his inventive imaginative and prescient.
The Crunchyroll Anime Awards stay one of the outstanding international occasions recognizing achievements in anime, honoring creators, musicians, and performances that drive the business ahead. The ceremony shall be livestreamed for audiences worldwide.
