In brief
Canadian‑born voice actor Eric Bauza, best known for voicing Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, died unexpectedly at 46. The Emmy‑winning artist had recently worked on the animated film *Coyote vs. Acme* and the Disney‑Pixar project *Forgotten Island*. Variety reports pronounced hypertension as the cause of death. His family confirmed the tragedy via an Instagram post, while industry leaders honored his talent and dedication to the Looney Tunes tradition. Bauza’s career spanned numerous accolades, including three Emmy awards for outstanding voice performance.
Eric Bauza, a celebrated voice actor whose work gave life to iconic Looney Tunes characters such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, has died suddenly at the age of 46.
The family’s statement, posted on Instagram, confirmed his sudden passing at home. Variety cites hypertensive cardiovascular disease as the cause of death.
Bauza’s recent projects included the animated feature *Coyote vs. Acme*, where he voiced several Looney Tunes characters, and the Disney‑Pixar film *Forgotten Island*. Earlier, he contributed to *Space Jam: A New Legacy* (2021) and appeared in the *Super Mario* movie series.
Born in Ontario, Canada, Bauza was of Filipino descent and spoke about his lifelong love for Looney Tunes in a 2021 NBC News interview. He described the cartoons as “a bridge across cultures that brings universal laughter.”
Over the last few years, he earned three Emmy awards for outstanding voice performance. In a tribute, Warner Bros. Television Chairman Channing Dungey said Bauza “brought joy and laughter to millions around the world” and honored the legacy of Mel Blanc.
