Rosemont, Illinois - September 23, 2012 - Anime Midwest in Chicago is happy to announce that popular voice actor Sonny Strait will be attending the convention on July 5-7, 2013. Best known for voices such as Maes Hughes in Fullmetal Alchemist, Sonny has been the voice behind dozens of popular characters over the past dozen years.

Sonny Strait is most well-known for several voices, ranging from Krillin in DBZ to Lupin III in Lupin III. He's also known as an illustrator for one of the most famous, independently published comic book series Elfquest. Sonny Strait has over 20 years of experience in the arts.

Besides Dragonball Z’s Krillin he has worked on many popular animated characters including Maes Hughes from Full Metal Alchemist, Usopp from One Piece and Cartoon Network’s laid back, robot host Toonami Tom. He has also worked as a writer and director on several TV series including Dragonball Z, Case Closed and Lupin the Third.

Sonny Strait joins previously announced guests Doug Walker, of http://ThatGuyWithTheGlasses.com, and voice actor Todd Haberkorn. Guests at Anime Midwest will be appearing in discussion panels and signing autographs throughout the weekend.

Anime Midwest is an anime convention in Chicago, held over the fourth of July weekend. The convention connects thousands of fans with special guests, exhibitors, artists, musicians, and beyond, with hundreds of events every year. Advance registration is only $30, and can be found online at http://animemidwest.com/register

Anime Midwest 2013 will be held July 5-7, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare. Information about the hotel and booking rooms can be found online at http://animemidwest.com/location