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Eric Bauza, who gave life to classic Looney Tunes figures such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, died at 46 from hypertensive cardiovascular disease. The voice artist delivered roles in recent hits like Coyote vs. Acme, Forgotten Island, and The Super Mario Bros. Movie series. His family confirmed his sudden passing in a brief Instagram statement. Acknowledged by peers, he earned three Emmys for outstanding voice performance and was celebrated by Warner Bros. for sharing the legendary legacy of Mel Blanc. The animation community mourns the loss of an icon who brought laughter to millions worldwide.
Eric Bauza, the voice artist behind iconic Looney Tunes characters such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, has died at the age of 46.
A statement from the actor’s family posted on Instagram said he died suddenly at home on Sunday. The cause of death was listed as hypertensive cardiovascular disease.
Bauza contributed his vocal talents to the summer animated hit Coyote vs. Acme and the recent release Forgotten Island. He also voiced prominent roles in Space Jam: A New Legacy and the Super Mario Bros. franchise, including the fifth highest‑grossing film of 2023.
Born in Ontario to Filipino parents, Bauza reflected on his childhood admiration for Looney Tunes in a 2021 NBC News interview: “It doesn’t matter where you come from; the comedy is universal.”
Over his career he earned three Emmys for outstanding voice performance from 2022 to 2025.
Warner Bros. Television Group Chairman Channing Dungey praised Bauza’s talent and his dedication to the legacy of Mel Blanc. “He carried the weight of the Looney Tunes legend with grace.”
Friends and fellow animators worldwide have shared tributes, celebrating the joy and laughter Bauza delivered to millions.
