Eric Bauza, Voice of Bugs Bunny, Dies at 46
Eric Bauza, the Emmy-winning voice actor behind Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, died at his Los Angeles County home on October 25, 2026, at age 46.
In Brief
- •Eric Bauza, the Emmy-winning voice actor behind Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, died at his Los Angeles County home on October 25, 2026, at age 46.
- •A live Instagram story shared by Bauza a day earlier resurfaced after his death, featuring his Bugs Bunny voice reading MTA announcements in New York City.
- •Bauza won the first-ever Children's and Family Emmy for Outstanding Voice Performance in an Animated Program for his work on Looney Tunes Cartoons.
- •He was survived by his wife, Jessica, and their son.
- •The cause of death was listed as hypertensive cardiovascular disease by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
Why It Matters
Eric Bauza's passing marks the end of an era for classic animated characters like Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck. His work brought these beloved characters to life for a new generation, continuing the legacy of the legendary Mel Blanc. Bauza's death also highlights the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing the moments we have with our loved ones and the artists who bring joy to our lives through their craft.
Key Details
- Date of Death
- October 25, 2026
- Age at Death
- 46
- Cause of Death
- Hypertensive cardiovascular disease
- Notable Roles
- Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Tweety, Marvin the Martian
- Awards
- Children's and Family Emmy for Outstanding Voice Performance
Context & Background
Eric Bauza followed in the footsteps of the legendary Mel Blanc, who originally voiced Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck. Bauza's work on Looney Tunes Cartoons and other animated projects brought these classic characters to life for a new generation, continuing the legacy of animation's golden age.
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