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Leo Reyna-Anime News Writer

Leo Reyna

Anime News Writer

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About Leo Reyna

Leogardo Reyna Jr. is a freelance writer and Whataburger enthusiast at Corpus Christi, TX. He's written about his love of anime, manga, comic books, and video games for websites like CBR, Ranker, MAL, and Looper.  

Industry Focus

Leo joined CBR as a news writer in 2023. He's written mostly about the anime industry, such as the mistreatment of Jujutsu Kaisen animators at MAPPA, as well as posting behind-the-scenes info for anime series like Bleach or Oshi no Ko. Leo loves to shine the spotlight on the fandom. Showcasing their amazing fan creations relating to their inspirations. 

Favorite Media

Leo's life was changed forever after the Cartoon Network airing of Cowboy Bebop. His love of Rocko's Modern Life only grows stronger with each passing year. Leo's also a gacha gama addict and Apex Legends player since 2019. Also loves Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, Halo and the Soulsborne games. 

Latest Articles

Totoro from Studio Ghibli's My Neighbor Totoro with bubble toy merchandise
Studio Ghibli Restocks Nearly Decade-Old Totoro Bubble Toy for a Nostalgic Summer

Coinciding with the 36th anniversary of My Neighbor Totoro, Studio Ghibli is restocking a nearly-decade-old bubble toy of the giant furry creature.

Yor Forger Action Figure
Spy x Family's Yor Forger 1/6 Scale Figure Captures the Deadly Beauty of the Thorn Princess

Everyone's favorite full-time mom/part-time assassin from Spy x Family is on the prowl in a new killer Yor Forger 1/6 scale figure.

Nintendo Switch with Luffy from One Piece
One Piece's 25th Anniversary Game Is Coming to Nintendo Switch

Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates are finally setting sail for the Nintendo Switch in One Piece Odyssey with new and exclusive content.

Concept art of Star Wars Outlaws video game featuring Jabba the Hutt.
Star Wars Outlaws' Jabba the Hutt Mission Locked by Ubisoft

Star Wars Outlaws, the upcoming open-world video game, will lock players out of a Jabba the Hutt story mission if they don't buy the pricier editions.

Sukuna triggers his Malevolent Shrine in Jujutsu Kaisen.
Jujutsu Kaisen Storyboard Offers New Insight Into Season 2's Most Destructive Fight

A Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 storyboard reveals how Ryomen Sukuna "corrupted" the Divine General Mahoraga during their fight in the Shibuya Incident arc.

An image of Kid Goku from the original Dragon Ball manga by Akira Toriyama
Dragon Ball Releases OG Goku Artwork That "Perfectly Encapsulates" Its Pre-Anime Promotion

The latest edition of the Akira Toriyama Archive reveals retro Goku artwork that captures the spirit of the original Dragon Ball manga.

The five main Sailor Moon guardians pose in front of their live-action counterparts
Sailor Moon Releases New Cast Photos in Full Costume Following Show Premiere

Following its debut, Sailor Moon's live-action show reveals new images of the Sailor Scouts in full costume, highlighting their redesigned outfits.

Shang-Chi (Simu Liu) fights with the Ten Rings in the MCU
Simu Liu Promises the Shang-Chi Sequel Is Still Happening

Despite the lack of updates from Marvel Studios and Disney, Shang-Chi star Simu Liu says the sequel to the successful 2021 movie is still happening.

Mini anime figures of Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto from Jujutsu Kaisen in suits
Jujutsu Kaisen's Gojo & Geto Suit Up for Stand-Up Comedy Sketch in Adorable Figure Release

Inspired by the 2020 April Fools prank, the comedy duo of Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto are now available as Jujutsu Kaisen Nendoroid anime figures.

Baccano and Durarara anime
Durarara and Baccano Poised for Creator Comeback Following Nearly Decade-Long Hiatus

Ryogo Narita, the creator behind Durarara and Baccano, will resume work on these popular but inactive series following his longtime health struggles.

Yor, Anya and Loid (Agent Twilight) Forger in Spy x Family Code: White movie
Spy x Family Code: White Hits the Red Carpet for English Dub World Premiere

The voice cast of the Spy x Family Code: White anime movie walked the red carpet for the worldwide English dub premiere in Los Angeles.

Kid Goku baby and child clothing from Dragon Ball
Beloved Chain Store Releases Dragon Ball Goku Onesies and More Baby Clothes

A line of Dragon Ball-themed baby clothing for anime-loving parents who want their child to be as strong as Goku will soon be available for purchase.

Ruby and Aqua Hoshino from the Oshi no Ko anime
Oshi no Ko Season 2 Returns With Premiere Pre-Screening

Oshi no Ko Season 2 premiere is set for an advanced theatrical screening, along with the 90-minute Season 1 episode for the anime's first anniversary.

A collage of Chainsaw Man, Perfect Blue, Akira and Berserk as horror anime.
Major Horror Anime Ranking Stirs Debate After Berserk and Chainsaw Man Make Top 25

A large online poll ranking the best horror-themed anime is causing controversy for the arguable inclusion of titles like Berserk and Chainsaw Man.

Promotional image for Miku Expo 2024.
Hatsune Miku Expo Under Fire for Abandoning Hologram for Underwhelming LED TV Experience

The Hatsune Miku Expo 2024 North American tour is under fire for putting the virtual pop star on a TV screen over the traditional hologram experience.

A close-up of Izuku Midoriya, aka Deku, looking shocked in My Hero Academia.
Official My Hero Academia 2024 Popularity Ranking Results Deemed Invalid

The 2024 character popularity poll for My Hero Academia has been deemed invalid due to reports of voting error, leading to an official recount.

Dune's Paul Atreides and a Sandworm
'We Continue to Learn and Evolve': AMC Addresses the Infamous Dune 2 Popcorn Bucket

The CCO of AMC Theaters opens up about the controversial Dune: Part Two popcorn bucket that gained online infamy for its NSFW design.

Majin Buu and his iconic M belt from Dragon Ball Z.
Dragon Ball Z's Majin Buu Belt Becomes Reality in New Bandai Merchandise Release

Dragon Ball Z fans can transform themselves into the pink and lovable Majin Buu thanks to an upcoming official release of the Majin Buu Belt.

A collage of the Bleach, The Apothecary Diaries, Frieren and Doraemon anime
One Piece's Live-Action Cast Reveal Their Favorite Anime – and Anime 'Waifus'

The live-action actors of Usopp, Nami, Sanji and Mihawk of the One Piece Netflix cast reveal their favorite anime series and anime waifus.

One Piece's Luffy in his Egghead outfit with scenes from Marineford Arc behind.
"Marineford Was Just a Side Trip": Old One Piece Creator Remark Paints Final Saga in New Light

As the One Piece manga draws closer to its end, a resurfaced quote from Eiichiro Oda foreshadows an epic conclusion for the Straw Hat Pirates.

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