Eric Bauza, voice of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, dies at 46
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Eric Bauza, the Emmy Award-winning voice actor known for voicing iconic Looney Tunes characters such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Porky Pig, has died suddenly at age 46.
- Bauza passed away Sunday at his home, with the Los Angeles County medical examiner noting he had hypertensive cardiovascular disease, though no further details were provided.
- He was the first person of color to voice Bugs Bunny and won three Emmy awards between 2022 and 2025 for his work on characters including Elmer Fudd, Marvin the Martian, and Tweety.
- Bauza also voiced major animated roles in films like "Space Jam: A New Legacy," "Super Mario Bros. Movie," and "Coyote vs. Acme," and contributed to popular shows such as "Ren & Stimpy," "The Fairly OddParents," and "DuckTales."
- His manager described him as a unique and versatile talent deeply loved by colleagues and fans, highlighting his significant impact on the animation industry and the loss felt by his family and community.
