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Bad Bunny Voices New Toy in Pixar’s “Toy Story 5”
5/28/2026, 9:06:56 PM
New Character Debut in Toy Story 5
Disney and Pixar announced that Puerto Rican singer-rapper Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, known as Bad Bunny, will voice a cameo character called Pizza with Sunglasses. The toy is described as “effortlessly cool and mysterious” and belongs to a “small but mighty community of forgotten toys that live in an abandoned backyard shed.” The film opens worldwide on 19 June 2026.
Franchise Context and Emerging Theme
“Toy Story” launched in 1995 as the first fully computer-animated feature. The fifth installment returns Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz (Tim Allen) and Jessie (Joan Cusack) while introducing a modern conflict: the arrival of Lilypad, a smart tablet voiced by Greta Lee, that threatens the analog play of child Bonnie. The “toys meet tech” premise updates the series’ long-standing focus on change and relevance.
Cast and Creative Leadership
Returning voices include Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, and Tony Hale. New additions feature Bad Bunny, Alan Cumming (Evil Bullseye), Conan O’Brien, Greta Lee, and others. Veteran Pixar filmmaker Andrew Stanton, known for “Finding Nemo” and “WALL-E,” serves as director, marking his first solo directing credit on a “Toy Story” film.
Bad Bunny’s Recent Milestones
In 2026 Bad Bunny headlined the Super Bowl halftime show, became the first primarily Spanish-language artist to win the Grammy Album-of-the-Year award for *Debí Tirar Más Fotos*, and was Spotify’s most-streamed artist globally. These achievements highlight the cultural significance of his casting.
Official Statements & Responses
Disney’s press release described Pizza with Sunglasses as effortlessly cool and mysterious and noted that the character belongs to a small but mighty community of forgotten toys residing in an abandoned backyard shed. The studio highlighted the new antagonist, a smart tablet named Lilypad, voiced by Greta Lee, as a narrative device that arrives with disruptive ideas about what is best for their kid, Bonnie. Andrew Stanton said the script is very, very clever and that the sequel was driven by story quality rather than franchise profit.
Critical Viewpoint
Shortlist’s editorial commentary labeled the plot “bleak” and highlighted Lilypad as a “villain” that threatens the emotional core of the series. The outlet questioned whether another sequel was necessary, reflecting a segment of fan skepticism.
Verbatim Quotes
- “effortlessly cool and mysterious” — Disney press release
- “is a member of a small but mighty community of forgotten toys that live in an abandoned backyard shed.” — Disney press release
- “Ah, it’s good to be back,” — Woody (Tom Hanks) in trailer
What’s Next
The final trailer debuted in early May, tickets went on sale simultaneously, and promotional activity will continue through the June 19 release, positioning the film as a summer anchor for families and fans of the franchise.
