Canadian actor and voice behind Looney Tunes characters, including ‘Bugs Bunny’, Eric Bauza, has passed away at age 46.
Bauza’s family, in a statement, revealed that he died “suddenly,” without disclosing the date or cause of death.
“From the Family of Eric Bauza: 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,” the statement reads.
However, there are reports that the voice actor died at home from hypertensive cardiovascular disease.
Many of his colleagues are mourning his death and sharing their tributes.
The chairperson of Warner Bros. Television Group, Channing Dungey, where Bauza spent 15 years, called him a “unique voice talent” who brought happiness and laughter to millions around the world.
She said Bauza was proud to carry on the work of the legendary voices before him and added that his passing is a loss for the Warner Bros Animation team.
“Eric Bauza was a unique voice talent who brought joy and laughter to millions around the world. During his 15 years at Warner Bros. Animation, he was the voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck among countless other characters,” she said.
“He followed in the footsteps of giants like Mel Blanc. Eric said that carrying on the legendary legacy of the Looney Tunes was among the greatest honors of his life. In addition to his incredible talent, Eric was a treasured part of our animation family. Our hearts go out to his loved ones.”
