Ashleigh Ball

Ashleigh Adele Ball (born March 31, 1983) is a Canadian voice actress and musician known for voicing characters in several toyetic movies and television series, notably the Barbie film series, Bratz, Johnny Test, Littlest Pet Shop, and My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic.[3] She is the subject of the documentary A Brony Tale directed by Brent Hodge, which follows her through her first interactions with the brony community at BronyCon 2012.[4] She is also a singer and performs with the pop rock band Hey Ocean!

For the field hockey player, see Ashleigh Ball (field hockey).

Ashleigh Ball
close-up of Ashleigh Ball wearing a white print blouse, holding her left hand up to her temple, with a grin on her face
Ball performing with Hey Ocean! in 2013
Born
Ashleigh Adele Ball

(1983-03-31) March 31, 1983
Vancouver, Canada
Alma materCanadian College of Performing Arts[1]
Occupations
  • Voice actress
  • musician
Years active1996–present
Musical career
Genres
  • Pop
  • rock
Instrument(s)
Member ofHey Ocean!

Early life

Ball was born in Vancouver on March 31, 1983.[5][6][7]

Career

Ball has found a fan following through her band Hey Ocean! and through bronies, the adult fans of the television show My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, a show in which she voices and sings as two of the six main characters, Applejack and Rainbow Dash.[8] Ball has been to several My Little Pony fan conventions, including BronyCon and Everfree Northwest as a guest of honor. Ball stated in her documentary A Brony Tale, in which she is the main subject, "It's (My Little Pony) a really important part of a lot of these people's lives. So yeah, as long as My Little Ponies exist, there will be bronies."

On May 2, 2017, she released the music video "Crazy" and on June 2, released her debut solo EP Gold in You.[9][10]

Filmography

Anime
List of English dubbing performances in anime
Year Series Role Notes Source
2005Starship OperatorsSanri Wakana [11]
2006NanaReira Serizawa [11]
Shakugan no ShanaYukari Hirai [11]
2007Black Lagoon: The Second BarrageHansel, Maki [11]
2021Hello CarbotE-Line [11]

Animation
List of voice performances in animated television series
Year Series Role Notes Source
1996–1998Stickin' AroundAdditional voices
2005–2014Johnny TestMary Test, Sissy, Lolo, Churro Boy, Pizza Delivery Guy, Wendell, Nerdy Kid, Jeffy the #1 Fan [11]
2005–2006Mix MasterMary, Buma and others [11]
2007Jibber JabberJabber 
2007–2008Care Bears: Adventures in Care-a-LotOopsy Bear [11]
Edgar & EllenStephanie Knightleigh, Pepper Poshi, Principal Mulberry, Miles Knightleigh, Townsperson Actor 2 [11][12]
2008Tom and Jerry TalesKangaroo MotherEpisode: Kangadoofus[11]
BratzKirstee, Prudence[11]
2008–2013SkechersSamanthaSome Hydee and the Hytops commercials[11]
2009Iron Man: Armored AdventuresBlack Widow / Natasha Romanoff [11]
Dinosaur TrainGilbert, Lorraine Lambeosaurus, Oren Ornithomimus, Mrs. Therizinosaurus, Millie Maiasaura [11]
2010–2015Strawberry Shortcake's Berry Bitty AdventuresPlum Pudding [11]
2010–2019My Little Pony: Friendship Is MagicApplejack, Rainbow Dash, Daisy, Cherry Berry, Shoeshine, Lemon Hearts, Cherry Fizzy, Lyra Heartstrings, Nurse Redheart, Apple Rose, Orange Swirl, Parcel Post, Dumbbell (Young), Rumble, Luckette, Berry Punch, Ol' Salt, Buffalo, Upper Crust, Nurse Snowheart, Applejack (Male), Applejack (Baby), Apple Rose (Young), Apple Dumpling, Prim Hemline, Twirly, Infirmed Pony, Amethyst Gleam, Neighls Bohr, Open Skies, Mob Pony 1, Gimme Moore, Sunshine Smiles, Hat-Shopping Pony, Manehattan Gardener Pony, Taunting Young Pegasi, Cheerilee's Students, Celestia's Students, Cyan Changeling, Cyan Forum Changeling, Snooty Fashion Scenester, Friendship School Student #6, Kirin #1, Young Buckball Fan, Pony Pointing Out WindigosAlso: Equestria Girls / Pony Life[11][13]
2011–2012Voltron ForceAllura, others[14] Daigo [11]
2011–presentSuperbookSamantha, TravisEpisode: The Good Samaritan[11]
2012Hydee and the HytopsSamanthaDVD Movie[11]
Action DadMick Ramsey, Mastermind, Helga, reporter, Store Clerk, Old Lady, Bratty Kid, Costumer [11]
2012–2016Littlest Pet ShopBlythe Baxter, Blythe Baxter (Young), Alice, Sally Hairspray, Blythe Baxter (Infant), Lemonface, Shea Butter, Hubble, Sheriff Blythe, Green Bean Fairy Queen, Baa Baa Lou, Claustrophobic Turtle, Farmer's Market Sheep, Witness Snail, Mitzi, Seal, Fluffy Lightning, Red Songbird[11]
2013–2016Pac-Man and the Ghostly AdventuresPinky, Spheria Suprema, Female Reporter [11]
2014–2017, 2025LoliRockTalia, Missy Robins, Belina, Lisa2 seasons[15]
2015Lego ElvesEmily, Aira, Mrs. Jones, Skyra[11]
2015–2018DinotruxSkya, Wrecka, Otto #2, Woodland Reptool #1, Numbers, Ankylodump, Dozeratops #1 (3), Ankylodump #2 (3), Ankylodump #2 (4), Dozeratops #2 (2)[11]
2015Exchange Student ZeroCharity, Peg[11]
2015–2019The DeepFontaine Nekton, Ted, Todd[11]
2016–2019Ready Jet Go!Jet, Zerk, Jet 2, Face 9000's Mother, Mitchell's Mom, Man in the Moon, Customer #2, Generic Kid #2, Random Kid (1), Big Boss, Scientist #2, Random Kid (2)[16][11]
2016Mack & MoxyChuckleEpisode: Buckle, Buckle, Seatbelts and Chuckle[11]
2016–2018Beat BugsJay, Mrs. Mudwasp, Mee-Yow, Teacher, School Kid, Mudwasp Kids, Mynah Bird #2, Skolly, Svetlana, Queen Bee, BugetteAlso All Together Now[17][11]
2018–2020The HollowMira[11]
2019Rev & RollRev, Townsperson #2, Generic Kid[11]
2020–2021My Little Pony: Pony LifeRainbow Dash, Applejack, Owlowiscious[18]
2020StarBeamMurpEpisode: The Good Samaritan[11]
VampirinaPoppy PeeplesonReplacing Jordan Alexa Davis From Seasons 1 and 2[11]
2020–2021My Little Pony: Stop Motion ShortsApplejack, Rainbow Dash, Lyra Heartstrings, Daisy[11]
2021Johnny Test (2021)Jeffy the #1 FanEpisode: Johnny Con
2022-presentSonic PrimeMiles "Tails" Prower, Nine, Mangey Tails, Sails Tails, Bunny Bones

Films
List of voice performances in theatrical releases, direct-to-video, and television films and specials
Year Title Role Notes Source
2005Madeline in TahitiDanielle, Nona [11]
Action Man: X Missions the MovieOperator Voice [11]
2006The Barbie DiariesThe DJ [11]
Barbie in the 12 Dancing PrincessesHadley, Isla [11]
2007Bratz Fashion PixiezSasha [11]
Betsy Bubblegum's Journey Through Yummi-LandCara Caramel [11]
2008Bratz Girlz Really RockKirstee [11]
2009Barbie Presents: ThumbelinaViolet [11]
The Strawberry Shortcake Movie: Sky's the LimitPlum Pudding, Berrykin #2 [11]
2010Strawberry Shortcake: The Berryfest Princess Movie [11]
Bratz: Pampered PetzCelia, Little Joanie [11]
The Legend of Silk BoySilk Boy [11]
2011Thor: Tales of AsgardAmora, Additional Voices [19]
2012Barbie in A Mermaid Tale 2Kylie Morgan, reporter [11]
Barbie: The Princess and the PopstarPopstar Keira [11]
2013My Little Pony: Equestria GirlsApplejack, Rainbow DashLimited theatrical release[11]
2014Heavenly SwordKai[11]
Barbie and the Secret DoorNori [11]
My Little Pony: Equestria Girls – Rainbow RocksApplejack, Rainbow Dash, Lyra HeartstringsLimited theatrical release[11]
My Little Pony: Equestria Girls - Shake Your TailApplejack, Rainbow DashShort film[11]
My Little Pony: Equestria Girls - A Case for the Bass[11]
2015My Little Pony: Equestria Girls - All's Fair in Friendship GamesLyra Heartstrings[11]
My Little Pony: Equestria Girls – Friendship GamesApplejack, Rainbow DashLimited theatrical release in Europe[11]
2016My Little Pony: Equestria Girls – Legend of EverfreeApplejack, Rainbow Dash, Lyra Heartstringsavailable on Netflix beginning October 1, 2016[11]
2017My Little Pony: The MovieApplejack, Rainbow DashTheatrical release[11]
2018The Steam Engines of OzVictoria [11]
My Little Pony: Best Gift EverApplejack, Rainbow Dash, Pigeon Lady [11]
HenchmenPep Girl Twin Iliad, Terri Murphy [11]
My Little Pony: Equestria Girls - Forgotten FriendshipApplejack, Rainbow DashTV movie[11]
2019My Little Pony: Rainbow Roadtrip[11]
My Little Pony: Equestria Girls – Sunset's Backstage PassApplejack, Rainbow Dash, Lyra Heartstrings[11]
My Little Pony: Equestria Girls – Spring Breakdown[11]
2021Rock Dog 2: Rock Around the ParkDarmaTheatrical release[11]
My Little Pony: A New GenerationApplejack, Rainbow DashNetflix release[11]
2022Rock Dog 3: Battle the BeatDarma[11]

Video games
List of performances in video games
Year Title Role Notes Source
2012My Little Pony: Friendship is MagicApplejack, Rainbow Dash  
2013LEGO City UndercoverEllie Phillips  

Live-action
List of live-action acting performances in television and film
Year Title Role Notes Source
2014A Brony TaleHerselfDocumentary[20]
2021ExtrovertedCookieTelevision series

Discography
Main article: Hey Ocean! § Discography
Ball in concert with Hey Ocean!, 2010

Solo albums

  • Gold in You (EP) (2017)[21]
  • Before All the Magic's Gone (2021)

References
  1. Mike Devlin (April 23, 2014). "Morgan Spurlock gives local filmmaker huge boost". Times Colonist. Retrieved May 26, 2015.
  2. "Said The Whale and Hey Ocean! at The Cambrian Hall". ronatron.net. Archived from the original on March 10, 2016. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  3. "Band Profiles: Hey Ocean, The Spades, Said the Whale, Summerlad, Three Days Grace, Corb Lund, Michael Bernard Fitzgerald, Face to Face, Fratellis". November 10, 2012. Archived from the original on November 10, 2012. Retrieved February 10, 2019.
  4. "Brony: The Movie Official Trailer released". Everfree.net. Archived from the original on December 20, 2013. Retrieved February 24, 2014.
  5. References to confirm middle name:
    * Ashleigh Ball. "ashleigh adele ball (@ashperson) • Instagram photos and videos". Instagram. Retrieved December 8, 2015.
    * "Ashleigh Ball on solemnly swearing to vote #InAdvance". Turn Up YVR. October 2, 2015. Archived from the original on July 3, 2017. Retrieved December 8, 2015.
    * "Big Blue Wave Lyrics". Lyrics.net. Retrieved December 8, 2015.
  6. Birthday posts from Hey Ocean:
  7. Furminger, Sabrina (April 30, 2014). "REEL PEOPLE: The trouble with Bronies". Westender. Vancouver. Archived from the original on December 11, 2015. Retrieved December 8, 2015.
  8. Andrea Warner. "COVER/MUSIC: Hey Ocean's Ashleigh Ball 'reins' over My Little Pony". Westender. Archived from the original on April 2, 2015. Retrieved April 10, 2015.
  9. "Hey Ocean!'s Ashleigh Ball Goes Solo for 'Gold in You' EP, Premieres "Crazy" Video". Exclaim!. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
  10. "Ashleigh Ball Finding the Gold in Everyone". beatroute.ca. July 3, 2017. Archived from the original on July 5, 2018. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
  11. "Behind The Voice Actors – Ashleigh Ball". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved March 16, 2017. Check mark indicates BTVA has verified the role using screen capture of closing credits and other methods.
  12. Terrace 2008, p. 299
  13. "Interview with Ashleigh Ball of 'My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic'". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved April 10, 2015.
  14. "Voltron Force Voice Cast Revealed". voltron.com. March 12, 2011. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016. Retrieved March 12, 2011.
  15. Team LoliRock (November 26, 2015). "LoliRock Season 1 – Full english voice cast". Retrieved June 13, 2016 – via Tumblr.
  16. "Ready Jet Go! Credits". PBSkids.Org. Archived from the original on September 14, 2016. Retrieved March 17, 2017. Starring Jet Ashleigh Ball
  17. Beat Bugs (October 3, 2016). "Beat Bugs – Giving Voice to the Characters". Archived from the original on December 21, 2021. Retrieved March 16, 2017 – via YouTube.
  18. Aquilina, Tyler (November 13, 2019). "'My Little Pony' to launch new animated series and toy line – see exclusive first look". Entertainment Weekly.
  19. "Behind the Voice Actors – Thor: Tales of Asgard". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved April 10, 2015.
  20. "BRONY: The Movie". August 4, 2013. Retrieved February 24, 2014 – via YouTube.
  21. "Hey Ocean!'s Ashleigh Ball Goes Solo for 'Gold in You' EP, Premieres "Crazy" Video | Exclaim!".

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