Voice actor Eric Bauza dies at 46

Eric Bauza, the Emmy-winning voice actor renowned for portraying iconic Looney Tunes characters such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Tweety, passed away on Sunday at his home at the age of 46. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office confirmed that his death was attributed to hypertensive cardiovascular disease. His family announced the sudden passing via a statement on the actor's official Instagram account, noting that further details would be provided in due course.

Born in Ontario, Canada, of Filipino descent, Bauza was a prolific talent with over 400 credits to his name since his 2001 debut in 'The Ripping Friends'. Beyond his work on 'Looney Tunes Cartoons' and 'Space Jam: A New Legacy', he provided voices for characters in numerous popular series including 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and 'Ben 10 Omniverse', alongside his recent contributions to the film 'Coyote vs. Acme'. Bauza had been nominated for five Daytime Emmy Awards throughout his distinguished career. In a 2021 interview, he expressed his lifelong passion for animation, highlighting the universal appeal and timeless nature of the characters he helped bring to life.