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Matthew Lillard’s Voice Acting Frustration Reflects a Bigger Hollywood Casting Problem

Matthew Lillard featured in an editorial-style image representing the debate over celebrity casting and professional voice acting in animation.

Matthew Lillard has spent more than two decades tied to one of animation’s most recognizable characters. After first playing Shaggy Rogers in the live-action Scooby-Doo films, he eventually became the character’s primary voice actor across television series, movies, and specials. That history is one reason why his recent comments about Hollywood voice casting practices have […]

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Breaking Into Commercial Voice Acting: Skills, Tools, and Steps to Succeed

October 28, 2025 by Leah Arscott

Commercial voice acting has long been one of the most consistent and rewarding areas of the voiceover world. From television and radio ads to digital marketing and branded content, commercial voice actors bring products and ideas to life through tone, emotion, and timing. While animation and video game work often get the spotlight, commercial voiceover […]

Fans Praise Pokémon Legends: Z-A But Renew Calls for Voice Acting in the Franchise

October 26, 2025 by Austen Moret

Pokémon Legends: Z-A has quickly captured the attention of players around the world since its debut, praised for its open-world design, improved visuals, and ambitious storytelling. But amid the excitement, a familiar debate has resurfaced about the absence of voice acting. For many fans, this latest entry from Game Freak feels like another missed opportunity […]

Colman Domingo Roars into Oz as the Voice of the Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good

October 24, 2025 by Kate Marcin

Colman Domingo is heading to the Land of Oz. The Academy Award–nominated actor, known for his commanding performances in Rustin, Euphoria, and Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, has been cast as the voice of the Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good, the upcoming animated musical from Universal Pictures. The film serves as an expansion of the […]

Meet the Talented Voice Cast of Digimon Story: Time Stranger

October 18, 2025 by Debbie Grattan

Digimon Story: Time Stranger brings the Digital World vividly to life thanks in large part to its talented voice cast. The game features voice actors with impressive resumes in both anime and video games, ensuring that every character resonates well with players. Leading the cast is Griffin Burns, who voices Dan Yuki, the male protagonist. […]

Halo Voice Actor Sparks Speculation with Major Tease

October 16, 2025 by Virginia Welch

The Halo community is buzzing after Steve Downes, the iconic voice of Master Chief, teased that “big news” is on the horizon. Downes, who has voiced the franchise’s lead character since its debut in 2001, hinted that fans should keep their eyes on October, a move that has fueled speculation about upcoming announcements. Downes appeared […]

Battlefield 6 Voice Cast Brings Grit and Intensity to the Series

October 14, 2025 by Lori Wild

Battlefield 6 officially released on October 10, and players are already taking notice of the game’s commanding voice performances. The campaign places a strong emphasis on character interaction, with a cast of experienced actors delivering sharp, emotionally charged dialogue that adds weight to the unfolding conflict. At the center of the story is Jay Walker, […]

Megan Fox Joins the Cast of Five Nights at Freddy’s 2

October 11, 2025 by Leah Arscott

The upcoming sequel to 2023’s Five Nights at Freddy’s is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about horror films of 2025. During BlumFest, held in conjunction with New York Comic Con, Blumhouse revealed a wave of new casting announcements for Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, including the addition of Megan Fox, who […]

Invincible Season 4 Confirms Release and Thragg’s Voice Actor

October 10, 2025 by Kate Marcin

The wait for the next chapter of Invincible finally has an end in sight. Prime Video has officially revealed that Season 4 will premiere in March 2026, accompanied by a brief teaser that sets the stage for what’s ahead. Alongside the release announcement, the production also confirmed the voice actor who will bring the powerful […]

Ghost of Yōtei Launches to Strong Reviews, with Erika Ishii’s Performance at the Center

October 6, 2025 by Debbie Grattan

Ghost of Yōtei, the highly anticipated standalone sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, has officially launched and is already making a strong impression on critics and players alike. The game refines the open-world samurai formula that made its predecessor a modern classic while placing a greater emphasis on emotional storytelling and voice performances. At the heart […]

X-Men ’97 Promises a Darker Path With Shocking Twists Ahead

October 3, 2025 by Danielle Famble

Marvel’s animated revival X-Men ’97 has quickly become one of the most talked about superhero shows in recent memory. The first season delivered a mix of nostalgia and modern storytelling, reigniting passion for the mutant saga. Now, with Season 2 in production, comments from voice actor Ross Marquand have set expectations sky high. His revelations […]