Transformers Legend Peter Cullen Also Voiced This Iconic Disney Character For TV And Film

Peter Cullen, renowned for his iconic voice work in the Transformers franchise, also lent his distinctive timbre to Disney's beloved Winnie the Pooh series. As the voice of the melancholic donkey Eeyore, Cullen's rendition was particularly cherished by young audiences. Cullen himself expressed admiration for Eeyore, stating, "I enjoyed doing Eeyore because he was simply charming" and appreciated the delighted reactions from children when he voiced the character.

When reflecting on his initial adoption of the Eeyore role at a 2018 TFcon panel, Cullen noted that he aimed to differentiate his Eeyore from his predecessor, whose version was cowboy-themed. He described his approach as a monotone delivery, emphasizing a slower, sadder tone. In a 2019 interview, Cullen shared his technique, stating that he simply projects a flat voice without excessive inflections.

Later in his career, Cullen expanded his repertoire to include the character Thaedus on the animated series Invincible, which was recognized by TVLine as one of the best superhero shows of all time. Former Invincible creator Robert Kirkman recounted the challenge of keeping his enthusiasm for Cullen's iconic Optimus Prime role in check while collaborating with him.

After Cullen's passing on August 26, 2026, at the age of 85, his family honored his legacy by encouraging communities to embrace compassion, integrity, and loyalty, echoing his final words, "be strong enough to be gentle."