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Eric Bauza, Emmy-Winning Voice of Looney Tunes, Dies at 46
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Sudden Passing
Eric Bauza’s family announced on Instagram that the Emmy-winning voice actor died suddenly on Sunday at the age of 46. Los Angeles County Medical Examiner records list hypertensive cardiovascular disease as the primary cause of death.
Career Overview
Born on December 7, 1979, in Scarborough, Toronto, Bauza began his animation career as a character designer before moving into voice work. His first credited voice role was in the Canadian series *The Ripping Friends* (2001). Over a 23-year span he amassed more than 400 acting credits, becoming the primary modern voice of Looney Tunes stars such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Tweety, Elmer Fudd, Foghorn Leghorn, Porky Pig, Road Runner, Charlie Dog, and many others. Notable projects include the 2026 feature *Coyote vs. Acme*, *Space Jam: A New Legacy*, *Looney Tunes Cartoons*, *The Adventures of Puss in Boots*, *Muppet Babies*, *Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles*, *Rick and Morty*, and *The Super Mario Galaxy Movie*. He also voiced characters in video-game titles such as *Battletoads* and *MultiVersus*.
Data & Statistics
- **Character breadth in *Coyote vs. Acme***: voiced over ten roles, including Bugs Bunny, Charlie Dog, Daffy Duck, Dr. Peter Lorre, Foghorn Leghorn, Gossamer, Pepé Le Pew, Porky Pig, Senator Elmer Fudd, The Road Runner, and Tweety.
- Awards: three Children’s & Family Emmy Awards (2022 – *Looney Tunes Cartoons*; 2023 – *Bugs Bunny Builders*; 2023 – *Teen Titans Go!*), plus multiple Daytime Emmy nominations for *The Adventures of Puss in Boots*, *Muppet Babies*, and *Looney Tunes Cartoons*.
- Industry recognition: nominated for five Daytime Emmys and an Annie Award; featured on The Hollywood Reporter’s inaugural Animation Power list.
Official Statements & Responses
Warner Bros. Television Group and U.S. Animation.
Producer Chris DeFaria, who oversaw *Coyote vs.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Bauza has quietly become the voice of an entire cartoon universe,” — THR’s Scott Roxborough
- “A lot of talented folks worked really hard to make this film, and to be able to see it celebrated by so many people across the globe has really made the wait worth it,” — Eric Bauza, an Emmy-winning voice actor
- “He embodied everything we wanted from this film, including the major theme of the movie that a little guy can make a difference in this world,” — Shogun King. Chris DeFaria
- “Eric Bauza was a unique voice talent who brought joy and laughter to millions around the world. During his 15 years at Warner Bros. Animation, he was the voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck among countless other characters,” — Warner Bros. Television Group
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Variety’s report cites the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s determination of hypertensive cardiovascular disease as the cause of death. In contrast, ComicBook.com noted that no official cause had been disclosed at the time of its publication. No further medical details have been released.
What’s Next
At the time of his death Bauza was in pre-production on two projects: the Looney Tunes musical *Bye Bye Bunny* (voicing Daffy Duck) and the animated feature *The Dragon Masters* (voicing The Shogun King). No additional casting announcements have been made.