{
  "id": 3791080,
  "title": "Peter Cullen Dies At 85: Transformers' Iconic Optimus Prime Voice Actor Passes Away, Family Confirms",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/peter-cullen-dies-at-85-transformers-iconic-optimus-prime-voice-actor",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-27T17:55:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/peter-cullen-dies-at-85-transformers-iconic-optimus-prime-voice-actor-passes-away-family-confirms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hollywood voice-acting legend Peter Cullen, best known for his iconic role as the voice of Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise, has passed away at the age of 85. His family confirmed his death, stating that he passed away peacefully at his home in Los Angeles, surrounded by his loved ones. In a statement, Cullen’s family expressed their gratitude, urging fans to honor his legacy by serving their communities with compassion, integrity, and loyalty. They also reminded fans to remember, \"be strong enough to be gentle.\" The cause of Cullen's death has not been disclosed.",
  "summary": "Hollywood voice-acting legend Peter Cullen, best known for voicing Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise, has died at the age of 85 at his home in Los Angeles. His death was confirmed by his family, who said he passed away peacefully in Los Angeles surrounded by his loved ones. In a statement shared with TMZ and reported by Forbes, Cullen’s family said, “Peter Cullen passed away peacefully,…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}