The world of animation is in mourning. Voice actor Eric Bauza, known for being the current voice of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and dozens of classic Looney Tunes characters, has passed away suddenly at the age of 46.
The news is particularly significant as Bauza was in a period of great professional activity, with a recent theatrical release and another project scheduled for November 2026, which has generated a wave of shock among fans of the franchise and professionals in the voice-acting industry.
The family’s announcement
Confirmation of his passing came through the actor's own social media channels, where his family posted a brief statement. The message describes Bauza as an Emmy Award-winning voice actor and the current voice of the iconic Looney Tunes characters Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, in addition to dozens of other beloved cartoon characters.
The statement notes that the actor passed away suddenly and that the family will provide more details in the near future. As of now, neither the cause nor the exact date of his death has been made public.
A career forged in animation
Bauza began his career in television during the 2000s, lending his voice to numerous supporting characters. During that time, he also voiced Stimpy in 'Ren & Stimpy' and Foop in 'The Fairly OddParents', solidifying his presence in the landscape of children's and youth animation voice acting.
The turning point in his career came in 2011, when he joined the Looney Tunes franchise as the voice of Marvin the Martian in 'The Looney Tunes Show'. From there, he became the go-to voice actor for the character. By 2020, Bauza was already voicing Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Tweety, and many other iconic characters in series and films, including 'The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie'.
Two releases marked on the 2026 calendar
This year, Bauza was set to star, with his voice, in two new projects. The first was 'Coyote vs. Acme', a film in which he played a dozen different characters after years of delays and anticipation surrounding its release, which became one of the most celebrated achievements of his career.
The second project was the animated short 'Daffy Season', which was scheduled to be screened alongside the release of 'The Cat in the Hat' in theaters on November 6, 2026.
A legacy of nearly a hundred characters
Over a career spanning more than two decades, Eric Bauza voiced nearly a hundred different characters in film, television, and video games. His work became a fundamental piece in keeping the sonic identity of the Looney Tunes alive for new generations of viewers.
His passing leaves a void that is difficult to fill in the world of animation, especially regarding such recognizable characters as Bugs Bunny, whose voice he defined for a large portion of today's audience.
Frequently asked questions
Who was Eric Bauza?
He was an Emmy Award-winning voice actor, known for being the current voice of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and numerous characters from Looney Tunes and other animated series.
How old was Eric Bauza when he died?
He was 46 years old at the time of his passing.
How did Eric Bauza die?
His family reported that he passed away suddenly, but the causes and the exact date of his death have not been made public.
Which characters did Eric Bauza play?
In addition to Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, he voiced Marvin the Martian, Tweety, Stimpy in 'Ren & Stimpy', Foop in 'The Fairly OddParents', and dozens of other animation and video game characters throughout his career.
What upcoming projects did Eric Bauza have?
He had participated in 'Coyote vs. Acme', which has already been released, and was scheduled to launch the short 'Daffy Season', set for November 6, 2026, alongside the release of 'The Cat in the Hat'.
When did he start voicing Bugs Bunny?
He joined the Looney Tunes franchise in 2011 as the voice of Marvin the Martian, and by 2020, he was also voicing Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Tweety, among other characters.
