In brief
Eric Bauza, famed for voicing iconic Looney Tunes characters, died suddenly at 46 after an illness. The Emmy‑won artist had lent his talent to recent hits such as Coyote vs. Acme, Forgotten Island and Space Jam : A New Legacy. Filipino‑American actor was celebrated for keeping the spirit of Mel Blanc alive and for his appearances in the successful Super Mario films. Warner Bros. mourned him as a unique voice that entertained millions worldwide.
Eric Bauza, the voice actor whose work has given life to Looney Tunes favorites such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig and more, passed away at the age of 46.
A family statement posted on Instagram said he had died suddenly at home on Sunday, succumbing to hypertensive cardiovascular disease.
Bauza’s recent credits include voicing the Road Runner in the animated film Coyote vs. Acme, roles in the 2023 releases Forgotten Island and the Super Mario movies, as well as his work as Daffy, Porky and Elmer in 2021’s Space Jam : A New Legacy.
In a 2021 interview with NBC News, the Canadian-born actor (of Filipino descent) said, “Looney Tunes transcends all languages and all cultures. It doesn’t matter what part of the planet you’re from— you get the comedy.”
From 2022 to 2025 he earned three Emmy awards for outstanding voice performance across television series, proving his versatility beyond the cartoon classics.
Warner Bros. announced that “Eric was a unique voice talent who brought joy and laughter to millions around the world. He followed in the footsteps of giants like Mel Blanc and carried on the legendary legacy of Looney Tunes with unmatched honor.”
Bauza’s sudden passing has shocked fans worldwide, leaving a void in animated entertainment that only his peers such as Mel Blanc and contemporary talents now see the impact of.
