Brett Gipson, who voices Sabretooth in Marvel’s Wolverine, appears on his Actors Access resume as playing a supporting character named Ellis in Grand Theft Auto 6. Rockstar Games has not officially confirmed the casting.
Brett Gipson, who voices Sabretooth in Insomniac Games’ Marvel’s Wolverine, has a Grand Theft Auto 6 credit listed on his professional Actors Access resume. According to the listing, Gipson is voicing a supporting character named “Ellis” in GTA 6. The discovery was first reported by MP1ST on 21 June 2026, just days before GTA 6 pre-orders open on 25 June and roughly five months ahead of the game’s 19 November release on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Who Is Brett Gipson?
Brett Gipson is an American actor born on 17 November 1983 in Morgan Hill, California. He holds dual degrees in Communication and Theatre Arts from California State University, Fresno. Over a career spanning more than two decades, Gipson has built a résumé of physically imposing, high-intensity roles across film and television, appearing in shows such as NCIS, Shameless, S.W.A.T., Community, Station 19, and Timeless. His most notable film role is Gunther in the fantasy-action movie Knights of Badassdom (2013), where he starred alongside Peter Dinklage.
Gipson transitioned into voice acting during the COVID-19 pandemic and has quickly accumulated credits in major gaming and animation projects. He voiced Varanis in Contra: Operation Galuga (2024), Grunt in Borderlands 4, and Jim Hopper in Netflix’s animated series Stranger Things: Tales from ’85. His Actors Access resume now lists four key credits: Sabretooth (Lead) in Marvel’s Wolverine, Hopper (Lead) in Stranger Things: Tales from ’85, Grunt (Supporting) in Borderlands 4, and Ellis (Supporting) in Grand Theft Auto 6.
What Do We Know About Ellis in GTA 6?
Almost nothing has been confirmed about who Ellis is within GTA 6’s storyline. The resume entry says “Supporting” and names the character Ellis, which suggests he is more than a background NPC. In Rockstar’s casting language, a named character with a supporting designation typically means the person has actual dialogue and a role in the plot, even if not at the protagonist level.
Given Gipson’s established pattern of playing big, menacing, physically commanding characters, some community speculation points toward Ellis being a figure with muscle and threat in the criminal underworld of Leonida, the game’s fictional state modelled on Florida. However, Rockstar has shared nothing about this character, and any theory remains purely speculative until the game’s official reveal or launch.
The Full Picture: Every Rumoured GTA 6 Cast Member So Far
Rockstar Games has never officially confirmed a single cast member for GTA 6. The studio has a long tradition of keeping its voice talent secret until release, favouring lesser-known actors cast for character fit over celebrity name recognition. GTA 5’s lead actors were relative unknowns at launch. Despite this secrecy, the fan community has pieced together a growing list of likely cast members through trailer analysis, social media clues, and actor database sightings:
| Character | Rumoured Actor | Evidence Level |
|---|---|---|
| Lucia Caminos | Manni L. Perez | Strong (voice/face match, previously voiced GTA Online NPC) |
| Jason Duval | Dylan Rourke | Moderate-Strong (voice match, community consensus) |
| Brian Heder | Stephen Root | Strong (instantly recognised from Trailer 2; known for Barry, King of the Hill) |
| Cal Hampton | Bobby Moynihan | Moderate (voice match, SNL and film career) |
| Raul Bautista | Óscar Jaenada | Moderate (Instagram activity hinting at role) |
| Ellis | Brett Gipson | Strong (self-listed on Actors Access) |
| Small role (unnamed) | Jim Santangeli | Confirmed by actor (livestream, later deleted) |
Jim Santangeli, who played Simon Pearson in Red Dead Redemption 2 and also voiced NPCs in GTA 4, confirmed in a livestream in early June 2026 that he did a “very small” role in GTA 6. He later deleted the clip, which only strengthened the community’s belief. This follows Rockstar’s known practice of recycling trusted actors across titles.
How Gipson Connects Marvel’s Wolverine and GTA 6
Autumn 2026 is shaping up to be one of gaming’s most packed release windows. Marvel’s Wolverine launches on 15 September exclusively on PS5, with Gipson voicing Sabretooth, Wolverine’s iconic nemesis and a lead villain in the game. Two months later, GTA 6 arrives on 19 November for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Gipson landing prominent roles in both titles within the same quarter is a significant career moment.
In Marvel’s Wolverine, Sabretooth (Victor Creed) is one of Logan’s most dangerous enemies across decades of comic lore. The game, developed by Insomniac Games, features Liam McIntyre as Wolverine and includes characters from across the X-Men universe. Interestingly, McIntyre himself has publicly expressed his excitement about playing GTA 6, suggesting the two biggest games of late 2026 share more than just a voice actor.
Why Actor Resumes Matter More Than Leaks
In the absence of any official Rockstar announcement, actor-sourced credits carry considerable weight. Sites like Actors Access are professional industry tools used by performers to secure future work. When an actor lists a credit on their own professional resume, it carries more reliability than anonymous leaks, datamines, or social media rumour threads. GTA BOOM noted that a self-reported credit on an actor’s own professional resume is “kind of as reliable as it gets” short of an official studio confirmation.
That said, Rockstar has never commented on any of these discoveries, and the studio is known for operating in near-total secrecy. Players will likely only get official confirmation when the credits roll on 19 November, unless a new trailer or marketing push reveals the character first.
GTA 6 Pre-Orders and What Comes Next
Rockstar confirmed that GTA 6 pre-orders go live on 25 June 2026, available on digital storefronts for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, as well as select physical retailers. Alongside the pre-order date, Rockstar dropped a 30-second teaser revealing the official cover art, continuing the series’ classic comic-panel style. Industry analysts at Konvoy project the game could generate $7.6 billion in its first two months alone.
The official story summary on Rockstar’s website reads: “When an easy score lands Jason and Lucia in a conspiracy stretching across the entire state of Leonida, the young criminal couple find themselves on the darkest side of the sunniest place in America, forced to rely on each other more than ever if they want to make it out alive.” A new trailer is widely expected around the pre-order launch, and fans are watching closely to see whether Ellis or any other unannounced characters make an appearance.
Questions Players Keep Asking
Who is Ellis in GTA 6?
Ellis is a supporting character voiced by Brett Gipson, according to his Actors Access resume. No other details about the character’s role, allegiance, or story significance have been revealed by Rockstar.
Has Rockstar confirmed any voice actors for GTA 6?
No. Rockstar Games has not officially confirmed any cast member. The studio has a policy of keeping its talent secret until release. All current attributions come from fan investigation, actor resumes, and social media hints.
When does Marvel’s Wolverine come out?
Marvel’s Wolverine launches on 15 September 2026 exclusively on PlayStation 5. Brett Gipson voices Sabretooth in a lead role, while Liam McIntyre plays the titular Wolverine.
When can I pre-order GTA 6?
Pre-orders open on 25 June 2026 across digital storefronts and selected retailers for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. The game’s release date is 19 November 2026. A PC version has not been announced at launch.
How many voice actors has GTA 6 used?
Reports from earlier in 2026 suggested that more than 300 voice actors were involved in GTA 6 recordings, which reportedly began in early December 2025. This scale reflects the massive open-world ambition of the project, with one report citing over 35,000 NPC dialogue lines.
