Eric Bauza, the Modern Voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, Passes Away

Tragic Loss as Eric Bauza, the Modern Voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, Passes Away

The animation community is mourning a massive and heartbreaking loss today. Eric Bauza, the wildly talented Emmy Award-winning voice actor best known as the modern voice of iconic Looney Tunes characters like Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, has passed away at the age of 46.

Bauza's family confirmed the devastating news through a statement shared on his official Instagram account on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The initial message described his passing as "sudden" and promised more details would come later. According to records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner released shortly after, the actor passed away at his Los Angeles home from hypertensive cardiovascular disease, with his death classified as natural.

A Legendary Voice Career:

While filling the shoes of the legendary Mel Blanc is no easy task, Bauza brought unparalleled energy and respect to the iconic Warner Bros. characters. Over a prolific career that spanned more than two decades, Bauza amassed over 900 voice credits across film, television, and video games.

Looney Tunes & Beyond: Bauza officially became a core Looney Tunes voice actor in 2020, voicing characters in Looney Tunes Cartoons, Space Jam: A New Legacy, Bugs Bunny Builders, and the recent film Coyote vs. Acme.

Other Iconic Roles: His massive vocal range extended far beyond Warner Bros. He breathed life into characters in massive projects like X-Men '97, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Puss in Boots, Rick and Morty, and his breakthrough role replacing Billy West as Stimpy in Ren & Stimpy "Adult Party Cartoon".

His incredible work earning him three Children's & Family Emmy Awards.

Following the tragic news, tributes immediately began pouring in. His long-time manager, Judy Coppage, remembered him as a "unique and versatile voice actor who was loved by everyone," adding that watching him become one of the industry's most accomplished voices was a thrilling and rewarding experience. Warner Bros. Television Group Chairman Channing Dungey also released a statement, honoring Bauza for bringing "joy and laughter to millions around the world" and celebrating how beautifully he carried the legacy of the animation giants before him.

Bauza is survived by his wife, Jessica, and their son.

MovieWrld sends our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the millions of fans who grew up listening to his incredible vocal performances.

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