Legendary Voice Actor Peter Cullen Dead at 85

Peter Cullen, a voice actor who starred as Optimus Prime in "Transformers" and as Eeyore in "Winnie the Pooh," has died at the age of 85.

💛 A quick favor, if you've got a second.

We're really happy that you chose to read one of our stories and sincerely hope you'll stick around to read more. We took our paywall down — for now — but that won't last forever, and when the gate goes back up, we'd love for you to already be on the inside.

It's free. So please enter your email here and don't forget to like and follow us on all of your favorite Social Media platforms!

Share this story:


✉️ Email


💬 Text

Peter Cullen, the prolific voice performer behind the iconic character Optimus Prime in the “Transformers” franchise and the melancholic Eeyore in “Winnie the Pooh,” passed away at 85. His extensive career spanned decades of work across animation and entertainment, making him a recognizable figure in popular culture for generations of audiences.

Cullen’s distinctive vocal talents defined several beloved characters throughout his professional life. Beyond his most famous roles, the veteran actor lent his voice to numerous animated productions and commercial projects that became embedded in American entertainment history.

The actor’s contributions to voice acting helped establish industry standards for character performance and vocal characterization. His work on major franchises influenced how audiences connected with animated and robotic characters on screen and in media.

Share this story:


✉️ Email


💬 Text