Andrew J. Alandy returns as one of your Programming Hosts for Anime Los Angeles 2027! A native of southern California, he is the lead commentator for The Jazzy Circuit, North America’s premier Street Fighter 3: Third Strike tournament series, as well as a perennial competitor within the Street Fighter scene under the moniker “Duralath”.
His background as an actor and performer led him to spots on “Battles B.C.” (2009) as well as “Sun Tzu: The Art of War” (2009) and “Warriors: Islands of Blood” (2009). Recently, Andrew returned to the stage in a production of “L.A. Noir” during 2026’s “Hollywood Fringe” series as the characters Luke Harrison, and his radio counterpart, Dirk Speedway. He is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts: Los Angeles (2008). In addition to this, Andrew has lent his voice to “Vampire the Masquerade: Port Saga” as the Tremere, Dante Mendoza, and in “Dreams and Machines” as Dr. Izu Chavez.
He has hosted at multiple conventions including Anime Expo, Holiday Matsuri, TsumiCon, and many more! Most importantly, Andrew wants to bring his love of anime (something he has had ever since he was a young child) to everyone, and he wants to make sure that more people get to enjoy their time at Anime Los Angeles! So make sure you say hi, grab a ribbon, and enjoy the energy that Mr. Andrew J. ALAndy brings!
