Emmy-Winning Voice Actor Eric Bauza, Known for Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, Dies at 46 in Los Angeles County
Eric Bauza, the Canadian-born voice actor celebrated for portraying Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and numerous beloved animated characters, died at age 46 at their Los Angeles County home.
Their family announced the passing on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, through a statement posted on Bauza’s Instagram account.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office listed hypertensive cardiovascular disease as the cause and ruled the passing natural, with sleep apnea and class 2 obesity identified as contributing conditions.
During a career spanning more than two decades, Bauza earned over 400 acting credits and voiced Porky Pig, Tweety Bird, Elmer Fudd, Marvin the Martian, and Road Runner.
Their credits also included Teen Titans Go!, Muppet Babies, The Adventures of Puss in Boots, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Bauza received three Children’s and Family Emmy Awards while helping introduce classic animated personalities to new generations.
Their distinctive performances leave a lasting legacy across television, film, and the animation community.
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