Eric Bauza to Make Posthumous 'Simpsons' Debut, Plays Two Characters
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Eric Bauza, a renowned voice-over artist known for his work with "Looney Tunes" characters, made his posthumous debut on "The Simpsons" in the episode "Dream Scenari-Moe," airing November 15 on Fox.
- Bauza passed away at age 46 from hypertensive cardiovascular disease, shocking the animation community and colleagues who had recently worked with him.
- In his "Simpsons" debut, Bauza voiced two characters, restaurateur Mr. Fong and newspaper editor Harry Metsali, impressing producers with his versatility and creativity.
- Bauza’s extensive career included over 400 credits, featuring roles in "Avatar: The Last Airbender," "Rick and Morty," and the 2023 film "Coyote vs. Acme," where he voiced multiple iconic Looney Tunes characters.
- Fellow voice actor Sunil Malhotra shared heartfelt memories of Bauza’s generosity and mentorship, highlighting the deep loss felt by the animation industry and Bauza’s family.
