GTA 5 cast: Full list of voice actors

Hamza Khalid
Franklin, Michael, and Trevor in GTA 5

GTA 5 is among the most popular games today. Despite coming out almost 11 years ago, the game’s characters continue to maintain their relevance. So if you’re curious about GTA 5’s characters, here’s a list of all the voice actors involved in the game’s making.

Launching way back in 2013, GTA 5 has managed to secure its spot among the most popular and successful video games of all time. It has sold over 180 million copies worldwide and even got a next-gen console edition. The game continues to have a healthy player base, mostly because of its successful online mode, while its story campaign has cemented itself in pop culture.

One of the main reasons GTA 5’s story was so well received was because of its characters. But these characters wouldn’t be what they are today if it weren’t for the voice actors. So if you want to know who they are, we have made a list for you.

All GTA 5 voice actors

Ned Luke: Michael De Santa

Ned Luke and Micheal from GTA 5
Ned Luke has also starred in Law and Order: SVU.

Michael De Santa’s voice actor in GTA 5 is Ned Luke, who has been in 29 movies and television shows as well as over 100 commercials. He plays one of the three protagonists in this game whose special ability is to slow down time during shootouts.

Michael Townley was a crook who was part of a crew with Brad and Trevor. After faking his death, he moved to Los Santos to live under a fake last name with his wife Amanda, son Jimmy, and daughter Tracey.

He now rolls with a new crew consisting of his psychotic ex-partner Trevor and Franklin. They work together to pull off heists, grand theft auto, and various other illegal activities.

Shawn Fonteno: Franklin Clinton

Shawn Fonteno and Franklin from GTA 5
Shawn is the voice actor of Lee Harvey in Watch Dogs.

Franklin Clinton is one of the main protagonists and is portrayed by Shawn Fonteno, a performer who also had a minor role in GTA: San Andreas. His cousin, Christopher Bellard, portrayed the main character CJ in that game.

In GTA 5, Franklin is a young street gangster who meets Michael after trying to repossess his son’s car as part of a scam. He then becomes Michael’s protege as he helps him commit various crimes. His special ability is to slow down time while driving.

Steven Ogg: Trevor Philips

Steven Ogg and Trevor
Steve is also known for his role as Simon in The Walking Dead.

Steven Ogg is the voice of one of the main protagonists Trevor Phillips and an accomplished actor who has had roles in AMC’s Better Call Saul and The Walking Dead, as well as HBO’s Westworld.

Trevor is easily agitated, prone to violence, and extremely insane. His special ability allows him to use his rage to dish out extra damage to his opponents while becoming more resistant to their attacks.

For a decade, he thought his old friend Michael had died in a botched robbery. After finding out he faked his death, Trevor decides to pay a visit to the De Santa family in Los Santos, where he teams up with Franklin and Michael for various adventures.

Slink Johnson and Lamar from GTA 5
Johnson is an actor, a producer, and also a writer.

Lamar Davis is Franklin’s closest friend and is portrayed by rapper, actor, and comedian Gerald “Slink” Johnson. He has been by Franklin’s side for years and feels as if his friend is leaving him behind to chase larger pursuits with Michael and Trevor.

This is Johnson’s most famous role thanks to the scene in which he roasts Franklin for his haircut. Throughout the game, he gets caught up in trouble and needs his friends to save him.

Jay Klaitz: Lester Crest

Jay Klaitz and Lester from GTA 5
Jay Klaitz is known for Grand Theft Auto V (2013), A Little Help (2010), and Table 19 (2017).

Jay Klaitz portrays Lester Crest in GTA 5 and has a previous history of working with Rockstar Games. He had minor roles voicing civilians in both Red Dead Redemption and GTA IV.

In GTA V, Lester is the main trio’s guy in the chair. His skills as a computer genius make him an asset to the main characters. He’s responsible for gathering information and helping prepare for different heists and missions.  

Robert T. Bogue: Steve Haines

Robert Bogue and Steve Haines from GTA 5
Robert has starred in HBO’s OZ series as Jason Cramer.

FIB agent Steve Haines is portrayed by Robert Bogue who has voiced Rockstar Games’ Red Harlow in Red Dead Revolver. Haines is one of the central antagonists in GTA 5.

He’s the contact that sends Michael, Trevor, and Franklin on life-threatening missions under the ruse that they’re serving their country. However, his main goal is actually to sabotage the IAA and ensure more funding for the FBI.


Other characters

  • Jonathan Walker – Devin WestonDevin Weston is an antagonist portrayed by Jonathan Walker, an actor who has been in films like Michael Clayton, Bridge of Spies, and Man on a Ledge.
  • Julian Gamble Dave NortonJulian Gamble is an actor who has played roles in popular shows like House of Cards and Law & Order.
  • Danny Tamberelli Jimmy De Santa: Tamberelli has previously acted in various family shows and movies such as The Mighty Ducks and The Magic Schoolbus.
  • Vicki Van Tassel Amanda De SantaMichael’s wife Amanda is portrayed by Vicki Van Tassel, who provided the mo-cap and voice work needed to bring the character to life.
  • Michal Sinnott Tracey De SantaSinnott is an actor who has had roles in TV shows such as Ghost Stories and Law & Order: Criminal Intent.
  • David Mogentale Ron Jakowski: Mogental has worked with Rockstar Games in the past, playing a minor role in Red Dead Redemption
  • Matthew Maher Wade Herbert: Maher provides the voice performance for Wade and has had roles in movies like Captain Marvel and Gone Baby Gone.

That’s all for every voice actor in GTA 5. For more GTA content, check out:

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Hamza is a Content Creator & Publisher at Charlie INTEL, who graduated from Bahria University with a Bachelors degree in Business Administration. He's spent the past few years covering news and guides for various video games, including Call of Duty and Apex Legends. He loves digital art, movies, and comic books. You can contact Hamza at [email protected].