Casting an original animated production often means finding the performer who will help establish what a new character sounds like. Dubbing begins from almost the opposite position. The character is already visible on screen, another actor has already performed the role, and everything from the character’s age and personality to their physical behavior and emotional […]
Nolan Winking’s Cappy Voice Audition Became a Viral Meme Months Later
An unofficial voice audition posted months ago has unexpectedly turned actor and online creator Nolan Winking into one of the latest performers to have a character voice transformed into a social media meme. In April 2026, Winking posted his interpretation of Cappy, Mario’s hat-shaped companion from the Nintendo Switch game Super Mario Odyssey. The performance […]
Disney’s New D23 Attractions Bring Character Performance Beyond the Screen
Disney’s biggest D23 announcements stretched well beyond movies and television this year. During the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase, the company revealed new details about attractions and themed lands coming to resorts around the world, including projects based on Indiana Jones, Encanto, The Lion King, Cars and Monsters, Inc. For the voiceover industry, these announcements highlight […]
My Adventures With Superman Cast Has Grown Into Its DC Heroes
Three seasons into My Adventures With Superman, the actors behind Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen and Kara Zor-El are no longer simply finding their versions of some of DC’s most familiar characters. Their performances have started influencing how those characters are written. Jack Quaid, Alice Lee, Ishmel Sahid and Kiana Madeira reunited at San […]
Chicago Voiceover Legend Joel Cory Remembered for a Lifetime Behind the Microphone
The voiceover community is remembering one of Chicago’s most recognizable commercial voices following the passing of veteran voice actor Joel Cory. News of his death was shared by ReelChicago, prompting an outpouring of tributes from colleagues and friends who remembered not only his remarkable talent behind the microphone but also the professionalism and generosity that […]
After Years of Mystery, Disney Fans Have Finally Identified the Voice Behind the Walt Disney World Railroad
For nearly four years, guests at Walt Disney World had no opportunity to hear one of Magic Kingdom’s most recognizable attraction voices. The Walt Disney World Railroad remained closed while crews completed work related to the construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run, leaving one of the park’s classic experiences silent. When the railroad returned in […]
Industry Veterans Share How to Break Into Voice Acting at SDCC 2026
One of San Diego Comic-Con’s most valuable sessions isn’t centered on a blockbuster movie or a highly anticipated television series. Instead, it’s focused on helping the next generation of performers find their place in one of entertainment’s fastest-growing professions. Returning to SDCC 2026, the Breaking Into Voice Acting panel brings together working professionals from animation, […]
Marvel’s Wolverine Brings One of Comic-Con’s Biggest Game Panels
San Diego Comic-Con has steadily expanded its video game presence over the past decade, but few upcoming titles have generated as much anticipation as Marvel’s Wolverine. As the PlayStation 5 exclusive moves closer to its September release, the game is set to take center stage at SDCC 2026 with a panel focused on its characters, […]
The Voices Behind the World’s Biggest Football Commercials
The FIFA World Cup is one of the largest advertising events on the planet. Every four years, brands compete for attention alongside the biggest tournament in football, launching campaigns that often become as memorable as the matches themselves. Fans may remember iconic goals, dramatic upsets, and championship celebrations, but many also remember the commercials that […]
How the FIFA World Cup Creates Voiceover Work Beyond the Broadcast Booth
When fans think about voices at the FIFA World Cup, they usually think about match commentators. Those voices matter, of course. A dramatic goal call can become part of football history, and the right commentator can make a moment feel even larger than it already is. But the World Cup creates far more voiceover work […]
Rick and Morty’s New Voice Actors Reveal What It Was Really Like Replacing Justin Roiland
Few animated series have faced a voice acting challenge quite like Rick and Morty. For more than a decade, Justin Roiland voiced both Rick Sanchez and Morty Smith, helping establish one of television’s most recognizable animated franchises. When Adult Swim parted ways with Roiland in 2023, many fans wondered whether the show could continue without […]
How Nostalgia and Family Storytelling Shaped Restaurant Commercial Voiceover
Restaurant commercials are often remembered for limited-time offers, catchy slogans, or dramatic food photography. Many campaigns rely on humor, celebrity appearances, or fast-paced editing designed to capture attention quickly. Yet some of the most successful restaurant advertising takes a different approach. Instead of focusing on urgency or spectacle, it focuses on memory. For decades, Pizza […]












