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Basic Info
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | March 11, 1956 |
| Birthplace | United States, Michigan State Detroit |
| Gender | Male |
| Blood Type | Unknown |
| Agency | Freelance (North America) |
| Voice Acting Debut | 1980 |
Biography
Rob Paulsen is a beloved North American voice actor known for his iconic roles in cross-generational animated classics such as Yakko Warner in Animaniacs, Raphael in the 1987 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series, and Pinky in Pinky and the Brain. Despite battling oral cancer in 2012, he has returned to work and continues to share his craft through podcasts. He values fan interactions at conventions and is known for his humorous and amiable personality.
Path to Becoming a Voice Actor
Bandsman and actor career -> voice acting roles start to come in -> turns to the anime industry around 1984 -> consistently lands main cast roles
Personality
Known for his humorous and amiable personality, he cherishes fan interactions at conventions.
Notable Works
Selected notable works (top 3 of 3).
| Title | Role | Lead/Sub | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yakko Warner (Animaniacs) | |||
| Raphael (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1987) | |||
| Pinky (Pinky and the Brain) |
Awards
- Daytime Emmy Award (Animaniacs)
