Hollywood animation is in mourning following the sudden death of voice actor Eric Bauza at the age of 46. Known globally as the modern voice of iconic Looney Tunes characters including Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, the Canadian actor passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
His family confirmed the loss on his official Instagram account, stating that the artist died suddenly from a cardiovascular disease. In a statement shared by his loved ones, they noted: Eric Bauza, doubleur lauréat d’un Emmy Award et voix moderne des personnages emblématiques de Looney Tunes, Bugs Bunny et Daffy Duck, ainsi que de dizaines d’autres personnages de dessins animés très appréciés, est décédé subitement. Plus de détails à venir
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A Legacy of Iconic Animation Roles
Throughout his prolific career, Bauza accumulated more than 400 credits across film, television, and video games, establishing himself as one of the most recognizable voices in the industry. Beyond his work with Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, he brought numerous other beloved figures to life.
Eric Bauza has sadly passed away at the age of 46.The modern voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck alongside many other beloved characters. pic.twitter.com/2rs7WE0ANW
His extensive voice acting repertoire included:
- Leonardo in Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
- Woody Woodpecker
- Coyote
- Iron Spider in Ultimate Spider-Man
- Luke Skywalker in Lego Star Wars : Les Contes des Droïdes.
Tributes and Outpouring of Support
Following the announcement of his passing, messages of support and tributes quickly flooded social media platforms as fans and colleagues remembered the Emmy Award-winning talent. While further details regarding his passing remain pending from his family, the actor leaves behind an unforgettable vocal legacy that shaped generations of animation viewers worldwide through his extensive work on television, in cinemas, and across video games.