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  "id": 16637163,
  "title": "Eric Bauza, voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, dies at 46",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/eric-bauza-voice-of-bugs-bunny-and-daffy-duck-dies-at-46-16637163",
  "topic": "world",
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  "published": "2026-10-26T17:36:20.000Z",
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  "account": "Eric Bauza, the Emmy Award-winning voice actor known for his roles as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and numerous other Looney Tunes characters, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 46. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's records reveal that Bauza's cause of death was hypertensive cardiovascular disease. His family confirmed the news via his Instagram account. Bauza's impressive career spanned over 400 credits, including iconic roles in \"Space Jam: A New Legacy,\" \"Looney Tunes Cartoons,\" and various animated projects such as \"Avatar: The Last Airbender,\" \"Chowder,\" \"Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel,\" and \"Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated.\" In 2026 alone, he had already voiced characters in \"Chibiverse,\" \"Minions & Monsters,\" \"Forgotten Island,\" \"Rick and Morty,\" \"Superkitties,\" and \"Avatar: Seven Havens.\" Bauza had also been working on two projects at the time of his death, \"Bye Bye Bunny: A Looney Tunes Musical\" and \"The Dragon Masters.\" His colleagues, including Chris DeFaria, praised him for his \"tireless dedication\" and \"pure expression of enthusiasm, love, and fun.\" Warner Bros. Television Group and US Networks Chairman Channing Dungey shared that Bauza carried on the legendary legacy of Looney Tunes, an honor closest to his heart. The animation community mourns the loss of a unique voice talent who brought joy and laughter to millions worldwide.",
  "summary": "Eric Bauza, the Emmy Award-winning voice actor behind Looney Tunes characters like Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, died Sunday at his home as a result of hypertensive cardiovascular disease, according to Los Angeles County Medical Examiner records. He was 46. Bauza’s death was announced by his family, who shared a statement to the actor’s Instagram […]",
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        "outlet": "CityNews",
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        "title": "Eric Bauza, Canadian voice actor who voiced Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, dead at 46",
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        "title": "Eric Bauza, Emmy-Winning Looney Tunes Voice Actor, Dead At 46",
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        "title": "Eric Bauza, voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, dies aged 46",
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