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Why Voice Actors Have Become One of Comic-Con’s Biggest Attractions

July 21, 2026 by Austen Moret

For decades, San Diego Comic-Con was defined by comic books, movie studios, and celebrity appearances. Fans packed convention halls hoping for exclusive trailers, surprise casting announcements, and glimpses of the next blockbuster franchise. Today, another group of performers has become just as important to the Comic-Con experience. Voice actors now headline major animation panels, appear […]

The 10 Voice Actors Every Fan Should Meet at SDCC 2026

July 20, 2026 by Tom Aglio

San Diego Comic-Con has long been known for blockbuster announcements, exclusive trailers, and surprise celebrity appearances. Yet for many attendees, some of the convention’s most memorable moments happen away from Hall H, where voice actors spend time with fans through autograph sessions, panel discussions, live demonstrations, and behind-the-scenes conversations. As animation and video games have […]

Why Voice Actor Autograph Lines Keep Growing at Comic-Con

July 13, 2026 by Danielle Famble

For years, San Diego Comic-Con’s longest autograph lines were often reserved for movie stars, comic book legends, and television celebrities. Today, voice actors are drawing crowds that rival many of Hollywood’s biggest names, with fans waiting hours for the chance to meet the performers behind their favorite animated characters, anime heroes, and video game icons. […]

Daveigh Chase, Voice of Lilo in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch, Dies at 35

June 17, 2026 by Tom Aglio

Daveigh Chase, the actress and voice performer best known as the voice of Lilo in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch, has died at the age of 35. The news prompted an outpouring of tributes from fans who grew up watching Chase’s work during the early 2000s. While many audiences knew her as the spirited young girl […]

Tom Hanks Says Voice Actors Do Not Need Their Own Oscar Category

June 11, 2026 by Austen Moret

Tom Hanks has weighed in on one of the longest-running debates in animation: whether voice actors deserve their own competitive category at the Academy Awards. While promoting Toy Story 5, Hanks told Gold Derby that he does not believe the Oscars need a separate award for voice acting. His view is that voice performances are […]

Voice Actor Precious Holloway’s Lawsuit Highlights a Larger Challenge for Disabled Performers

June 4, 2026 by Ashley Bryant

A lawsuit filed by voice actor and performer Precious Holloway against Aer Lingus has drawn attention to an issue that extends far beyond a single airline dispute. According to court filings and public reports, Holloway alleges that her motorized wheelchair was lost and later returned damaged after a trip from Los Angeles to Dublin in […]

Apple’s New AI Voice Features Are Raising Questions Across the Voice Acting Industry

May 23, 2026 by Ashley Bryant

Apple’s latest accessibility announcements were widely praised for expanding tools that help users navigate technology more naturally. The company introduced updates tied to Voice Control, VoiceOver, Accessibility Reader, Magnifier, and other systems powered in part by Apple Intelligence. Many of these features rely on more advanced speech interaction, contextual awareness, and AI-assisted communication. For accessibility […]

Tom Kane, Legendary Voice of Yoda and Professor Utonium, Dies at 64

May 19, 2026 by Austen Moret

The voice acting world is mourning the loss of Tom Kane, the veteran performer whose decades-long career helped shape modern animation, video games, and television narration. Kane passed away at the age of 64, leaving behind an enormous body of work that touched multiple generations of audiences. Fans across the world knew him best as […]

Resident Evil Requiem Voice Actor and the Story Behind the Game’s Most Disturbing Sounds

March 23, 2026 by Tom Aglio

The Resident Evil series has always relied on atmosphere as much as action, and Resident Evil Requiem looks set to continue that tradition with a stronger focus on psychological horror. Early details surrounding the game have already drawn attention, not just for its tone and new characters, but for the unsettling presence of a mysterious […]

Master Chief Voice Actor Condemns Use of Halo Voice in White House Video

March 11, 2026 by Austen Moret

A controversy involving one of gaming’s most recognizable voices has sparked strong reactions from both the voice acting community and players. Steve Downes, the longtime voice of Master Chief in the Halo franchise, has publicly criticized the use of his voice in a recently released White House video that circulated online. Downes, who has portrayed […]