Eric Bauza, the acclaimed voice actor who brought characters like Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck to life for a new generation, has died at the age of 46. His family announced his passing through an Instagram post on Sunday, October 25, stating that he died "passed away suddenly" and that further details would be shared at a later date.
Bauza was a significant figure in voice acting for over two decades, contributing to numerous animated series and franchises. He lent his voice to characters in shows such as "Teen Titans Go!" and "The Muppets." His tenure with the Looney Tunes franchise began in 2011 when he first voiced Marvin the Martian, and he went on to embody multiple characters across various iterations of the beloved series.
One of Bauza's final performances will be heard in "Coyote vs. Acme." The film, initially shelved by Warner Bros. Discovery in 2023, received a release earlier this year through Ketchup Entertainment. Bauza had a dozen credits in the movie.
Bauza's family shared a statement expressing their grief: "Eric Bauza, Emmy Award-winning voice actor and the modern voice of iconic Looney Tunes characters Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, along with dozens of other beloved cartoon characters, has passed away suddenly. More details to come."