- Emmy-winning voice actor Eric Bauza, renowned as the modern voice behind iconic Looney Tunes characters including Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, has died suddenly at the age of 46.
- According to records from the Los Angeles County medical examiner, Bauza passed away at his home on Sunday from hypertensive cardiovascular disease.
- Over a career spanning more than two decades and 400 acting credits, the Toronto-born artist spent 15 years with Warner Bros Animation succeeding Mel Blanc, winning three Emmy awards for his voice work.
- Channing Dungey, chairman of Warner Bros Television Group, led tributes to Bauza, describing him as a unique talent who brought laughter to millions while honouring the legacy of iconic animation.
- Beyond Looney Tunes, Bauza lent his voice to prominent film releases including Space Jam: A New Legacy, The Super Mario Bros Movie and Coyote vs Acme, and had several projects in pre-production.
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