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Peter Cullen, voice of 'Transformers,' 'Winnie the Pooh' characters, dies at 85
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- Peter Cullen, renowned voice actor best known for voicing Optimus Prime in "Transformers" and Eeyore in "Winnie the Pooh," has died at age 85 at his home in Los Angeles; no cause of death was disclosed.
- Cullen's career spanned decades with over 200 acting credits, including roles in "Knight Rider," "Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers," and vocal effects for the 1987 film "Predator."
- He began his career as the announcer on "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour" in the 1970s and discovered his talent for voice acting as a child growing up on a farm in Canada.
- Cullen cherished his role as Eeyore, noting the joy it brought to children, and encouraged young people to pursue their passions with dedication, emphasizing that loving what you do makes work feel like a holiday.
- His family requested that his legacy be honored by serving communities with compassion, integrity, and loyalty, remembering his motto to "be strong enough to be gentle."
