Eric Bauza, voice of Bugs Bunny, dies at 46
The family announced his sudden death on Instagram, saying more details would follow.
26 Oct 2026 0 reads Compiled with AI
Eric Bauza, the Emmy‑winning voice actor who brought Looney Tunes icons to life, died suddenly at 46. His family announced the news in an Instagram post on Sunday, October 25, 2026, but no cause of death has been released.
Voices behind beloved characters
Bauza’s career spanned dozens of characters. He voiced Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and other Looney Tunes figures, as well as Puss in Boots in an animated series. In superhero animation he voiced The Flash, Mr. Freeze, Aquaman, Jimmy Olsen, Thunderbolt Ross and other DC and Marvel characters.
Born in Toronto, Canada, on December 7, 1979, Bauza was introduced to Looney Tunes by his father and grandfather. He began as a character designer before becoming a well‑known voice actor in Hollywood, earning several award nominations across the animation industry.
He earned nominations for the Daytime Emmy, the Children’s & Family Emmy and the Annie Awards. Fans remember him for his incredible voice work, which entertained multiple generations.