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Alan Tudyk Reflects on the Joy Behind His Disney Voices After Becoming a Disney Legend

Alan Tudyk officially joined the ranks of Disney Legends during the final day of D23 2026, but his acceptance speech ultimately focused less on the award itself and more on what happens after a voice actor’s work leaves the recording booth. Tudyk was recognized in the Voice category during the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony on […]

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Kingdom Hearts Heads to Television After 25 Years of Iconic Voice Performances

August 17, 2026 by Voice Actors News Staff

After nearly 25 years of building its story through video games, Kingdom Hearts is officially heading to television. Disney announced during D23 2026 that the franchise is getting its first original animated television series, currently carrying the working title Kingdom Hearts. The project is being developed for Disney Channel and Disney+ in collaboration with franchise […]

Jim Cummings and Alan Tudyk Take Center Stage at D23 2026

August 12, 2026 by Voice Actors News Staff

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is preparing to bring generations of Disney talent together in Anaheim from August 14 through 16, and two veteran voice actors will have particularly notable roles in this year’s celebration. Jim Cummings is scheduled for multiple appearances exploring Disney’s animation and entertainment history, while Alan Tudyk is set to […]

From NASA Engineer to Voice Actor: How Eryn Andrews Built a Successful Side Career

August 8, 2026 by Voice Actors News Staff

Breaking into voice acting does not always begin with drama school, years on stage, or a decision to leave an established career behind. For Eryn Andrews, it began while she was already working in one of the most technically demanding environments imaginable: NASA. Andrews is a human performance engineer at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in […]

Lenore Zann Reflects on Decades of Bringing Rogue to Life

August 6, 2026 by Virginia Welch

Few voice actors have the opportunity to return to a defining role after more than three decades, let alone discover that the character has become even more popular with a new generation of fans. For Lenore Zann, stepping back into the role of Rogue for X-Men ’97 has been both a professional milestone and a […]

Inde Navarrette on Finding the Voice Behind Obsession

August 3, 2026 by Tom Aglio

Inde Navarrette has spent much of her career moving between genres, from television dramas to genre films, but Obsession has introduced her to an entirely new audience. The psychological thriller has generated strong reviews, sparked awards conversation, and placed the actress at the center of discussions about one of the year’s standout performances. While much […]

Rupert Degas Warns AI Voices Still Can’t Replace Human Performance

August 2, 2026 by Austen Moret

Artificial intelligence can recreate the sound of a voice with increasing accuracy, but it still cannot reproduce the emotional depth that defines great performances. That was one of the central messages from veteran voice actor Rupert Degas, who recently reflected on the rapid rise of AI and its impact on the profession during an interview […]

Voice Actress Maxey Whitehead Withdraws From Anime Matsuri Over Promotional Dispute

July 31, 2026 by Tom Aglio

Voice actress Maxey Whitehead has withdrawn from Anime Matsuri 2026 after accusing the convention of violating the terms of her guest agreement by promoting her appearance as a reunion with fellow voice actor Vic Mignogna. Whitehead, known for roles including Alphonse Elric in Fullmetal Alchemist and Crona in Soul Eater, announced her decision publicly ahead […]

Family Guy Spin-Off Stewie Expands Voice Cast With Kenan Thompson, Vanessa Bayer, and More

July 30, 2026 by Austen Moret

Fox’s upcoming Family Guy spin-off Stewie has added six new voice actors, giving fans their first look at the supporting cast that will join Seth MacFarlane’s iconic toddler when the series premieres during the 2027-2028 television season. The casting announcement offers the clearest picture yet of how the new animated comedy will differ from its […]

How Voice Actors Are Finding Work Beyond Online Casting Platforms

July 28, 2026 by Leah Arscott

Online casting platforms have become an important part of the modern voiceover industry, but they are no longer the only path to building a successful career. As competition continues to grow across pay-to-play websites and public casting marketplaces, many voice actors are expanding their businesses by finding clients through direct marketing, referrals, networking, and long-term […]

Tom Kenny Celebrates SpongeBob’s Return to LEGO

July 26, 2026 by Ashley Bryant

For more than 25 years, Tom Kenny has been the unmistakable voice behind SpongeBob SquarePants, helping turn the optimistic fry cook into one of animation’s most beloved characters. Now, the veteran voice actor is celebrating another milestone in SpongeBob’s legacy with the character’s return to the LEGO lineup. Speaking about the newly announced LEGO SpongeBob […]