Eeyore

Peter Cullen, a renowned voice actor, has passed away at the age of 85. He was widely recognized for his iconic roles as Eeyore in the Winnie the Pooh franchise and Optimus Prime in the Transformers series. Cullen's death was confirmed by his agent, who stated he died at his home in Los Angeles. His career began in Canadian television and radio, and he also made appearances on shows like The Sonny & Cher Show before focusing on voice acting. The inspiration for his portrayal of Optimus Prime came from his older brother, a US Marine veteran, who advised him to embody the character as a true hero. Cullen's distinctive voice brought to life beloved characters across numerous television series, films, and specials, leaving a significant legacy in the world of animation and voice performance.