Voice Actors News

Zeno Robinson Made Gachiakuta’s Jabber His Own

Zeno Robinson has built an extensive voice acting career through characters including Hawks in My Hero Academia, Genya Shinazugawa in Demon Slayer and Hunter in The Owl House. But his performance as Jabber Wonger in the English dub of Gachiakuta has given him an opportunity to contribute something particularly personal to a character. In a […]

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Who Gets to Speak for America? Gender and Representation in Political Voiceovers

December 22, 2025 by Ashley Bryant

Political advertising relies heavily on narration to guide voters through emotion, context, and persuasion. Because most political ads avoid showing narrators on screen, the voiceover becomes the face of the message, shaping how viewers interpret the candidate or issue. Yet despite the importance of narration, research shows a clear imbalance in who gets selected to […]

Beatrice Picard, The Simpsons Voice Actress, Dies at 96

December 15, 2025 by Ashley Bryant

Beatrice Picard, a veteran actress whose voice work became part of The Simpsons universe, has died at the age of 96. Her passing marks the loss of a performer whose career spanned decades and intersected with one of television’s most enduring animated series. While The Simpsons is often associated with its core cast, Picard’s contribution […]

Jim Ward, Prolific Voice Actor Across Animation and Gaming, Dies at 66

December 14, 2025 by Lori Wild

Jim Ward, a prolific voice actor whose work shaped some of the most recognizable animated and video game characters of the past three decades, has died at the age of 66. His passing was confirmed by multiple outlets, with reports noting that Ward had been living with advanced Alzheimer’s disease in recent years. News of […]

Jeff Garcia, Voice of Jimmy Neutron, Dies at 50

December 13, 2025 by Austen Moret

Jeff Garcia, the comedian and actor best known as the voice of Jimmy Neutron, has died at the age of 50. News of his passing spread quickly across entertainment media, prompting reactions from fans who grew up with his work and from industry figures who recognized his influence across comedy and animation. Garcia’s career spanned […]

Liam Neeson Addresses Vaccine Claims After Documentary Narration

December 12, 2025 by Virginia Welch

Liam Neeson is known worldwide for commanding screen performances and a narration voice that carries authority and calm. That engaging voice over style became part of an unexpected public debate after he narrated a recent documentary that critics and public health advocates quickly labeled as promoting anti-vaccine views. The controversy did not stem from an […]

Paramount vs. Netflix: The Warner Bros. Battle That Could Rewrite Voiceover’s Future

December 11, 2025 by Leah Arscott

Three days after Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery announced a definitive agreement valuing the studio package at roughly $82.7 billion, the media world was jolted by a sudden twist. Paramount Skydance stepped in with a hostile $108.4 billion all-cash offer aimed directly at Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders. What looked like a completed deal instantly became […]

Mastering Commercial Voiceover Auditions

December 10, 2025 by Austen Moret

Commercial voiceover auditions look simple at first glance, but they require a combination of skill, awareness, and preparation that often goes unnoticed. Casting teams receive a steady stream of submissions, and the performers who stand out understand how to shape a read that is natural, confident, and aligned with the message of the brand. Sources […]

Remembering Tomomichi Nishimura and His Legacy in Voice Acting

December 9, 2025 by Leah Arscott

Tomomichi Nishimura, a veteran performer recognized for his work across some of anime’s most influential series, has passed away. News of his death prompted widespread reflection on a career that spanned decades and shaped both classic and modern fandoms. Nishimura’s performances reached audiences around the world, leaving a legacy appreciated by viewers who grew up […]

Why Voice Actors Are Asking Fans to Respect Boundaries Online

December 5, 2025 by Ashley Bryant

Briana White, known for voicing Aerith in Final Fantasy VII, has recently addressed a recurring problem that continues to affect voice actors across fandoms. After being tagged in explicit posts involving the character she portrays, she reminded fans that voice actors are real people who should not be pulled into sexualized fan interpretations of fictional […]

Samus Aran’s New Voice in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

December 3, 2025 by Danielle Famble

Fans have waited years for updates on Metroid Prime 4, and the newest title in the series finally brings long-anticipated details. Among the most talked-about discoveries is the confirmation that Samus Aran now has a new voice actor, revealed through the game’s credits. The change marks a notable shift for one of gaming’s most iconic […]