Eric Bauza, the talented voice actor renowned for bringing beloved characters such as Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck to life, has sadly passed away at the young age of 46. His family announced the heartbreaking news on his official Instagram account. The cause of his death has been attributed to hypertensive cardiovascular disease, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
Bauza’s impressive career spanned a variety of iconic roles within the Warner Bros. universe. He was particularly celebrated for his contributions to the Looney Tunes, where he voiced not only Bugs and Daffy but also an array of other beloved characters, including Tweety, Porky Pig, Marvin the Martian, and Elmer Fudd. His exceptional range and talent allowed him to follow in the footsteps of the legendary Mel Blanc, who originally brought these characters to life.
Throughout his time with Looney Tunes, Bauza starred in several notable projects, including Looney Tunes Cartoons, Bugs Bunny Builders, and the 2021 film Space Jam: A New Legacy. He was also involved in the upcoming film Coyote vs. Acme, which is set to premiere on August 28, 2026. This film faced initial delays by Warner Bros. Discovery in 2023, drawing criticism from fans and industry experts alike. Bauza was a vocal advocate for the project, even using Daffy Duck’s voice to promote it during the 2024 Annie Awards before it was ultimately acquired and released by Ketchup Entertainment.
In addition to his work with Looney Tunes, Bauza’s talent extended to voicing Stimpy in Ren & Stimpy Adult Party Cartoon and the iconic Woody Woodpecker in various projects. He was also featured in popular shows such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Flintstones, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and Rick and Morty. He played roles in major franchises, appearing in Ultimate Spider-Man and X-Men ’97, and lent his voice to the Toad General in the 2023 film The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Bauza received critical acclaim for his work, winning the Outstanding Voice Performance in an Animated Program at the inaugural Children’s and Family Emmy Awards in 2022 for Looney Tunes Cartoons, followed by another Emmy for his performance in Bugs Bunny Builders.
ScreenRant extends its heartfelt condolences to Eric Bauza’s family and loved ones during this sorrowful time. His contributions to the world of animation and entertainment will be remembered and cherished by fans everywhere.
