Voice Actors News

Inside the Voice Cast of DreamWorks’ Forgotten Island

Colorful animated adventurers and a friendly creature exploring a lush tropical island with waterfalls and mountains, representing the voice cast of Forgotten Island.

DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island is now playing in theaters, introducing audiences to a fantasy adventure filled with creatures drawn from Filipino mythology and an ensemble voice cast that includes H.E.R., Liza Soberano, Dave Franco, Jenny Slate, Manny Jacinto, Lea Salonga, Dolly de Leon, Jo Koy and Ronny Chieng. Directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, […]

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The Voices Bringing The Scarecrows’ Wedding to Life

December 26, 2025 by Virginia Welch

The Scarecrows’ Wedding arrives on television as a familiar story brought to life in a new way. Based on the popular children’s book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, the animated adaptation relies heavily on voice performance to translate the warmth and humor of the original illustrations to the screen. With simple visuals and a […]

The Voices Behind Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

December 23, 2025 by Austen Moret

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has been part of holiday television for generations. First airing in 1964, the stop-motion special continues to draw viewers year after year, often becoming a shared experience between parents and children. While the characters are instantly familiar, the voices behind them are far less well known to the general public. Yet […]

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 […]