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Nicki Minaj Turns Recording Mishap Into an Impromptu Voiceover

By Voice Over News Staff. Published on: October 11, 2026

Even celebrities occasionally run into technical problems while recording videos, and Nicki Minaj recently found herself dealing with a familiar mistake. The rapper and singer accidentally captured a video without sound during an encounter with Maye Musk, the mother of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. Rather than abandoning the footage, Minaj decided to get creative by […]

Nolan Winking’s Cappy Voice Audition Became a Viral Meme Months Later

By Ashley Bryant. Published on: September 5, 2026

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 […]

Brock Baker Joins the Viral Revival of His Nine-Year-Old Voiceover

By Virginia Welch. Published on: September 3, 2026

Voice actor and impressionist Brock Baker unexpectedly found himself revisiting a performance from nearly a decade earlier in 2026, after an old Yo Mama video connected to Hello Neighbor found a new audience on social media. The original video dates back to 2017, when Baker was the voice of Brody Foxx, the animated host of […]

Chicago Voiceover Legend Joel Cory Remembered for a Lifetime Behind the Microphone

By Ashley Bryant. Published on: August 5, 2026

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

By Ashley Bryant. Published on: July 29, 2026

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 […]

TikTok Voice Actor Linked to $25 Million Plan to Revive Spirit Airlines

By Austen Moret. Published on: June 21, 2026

Voice actors occasionally make headlines for major casting announcements, video game roles, or animation projects. It is far less common to see one connected to an effort to revive a commercial airline. That unusual situation recently emerged when reports linked social media personality and voice actor Moses Jeanfrancois to a proposed $25 million plan involving […]

Apple’s Accessibility Push Shows Where Human Voice Performance Still Matters

By Austen Moret. Published on: May 20, 2026

Apple’s Accessibility Push Shows Where Human Voice Performance Still Matters Apple’s newest accessibility announcements arrived with the usual headlines about artificial intelligence, smarter assistants, and more natural interactions. Hidden beneath the broader Apple Intelligence rollout, however, was something especially relevant to the voiceover industry: a renewed focus on spoken accessibility tools, AI-assisted communication, and voice-driven […]

Benoît Rousseau Remembered for His Voice Work Across Animation and Film

By Austen Moret. Published on: April 27, 2026

News of Benoît Rousseau’s passing has drawn attention to a career that many audiences may not immediately recognize by name, but have likely experienced through some of the most widely known entertainment properties. His work connected to titles like The Simpsons and Austin Powers placed him within globally recognized franchises, even as much of his […]

The “Millennial Voice” Explained: John Krasinski’s Lasting Influence

By Ashley Bryant. Published on: April 5, 2026

The Voice Everyone Recognizes A recent discussion sparked by voice actor Tawny Platis has put a familiar sound under the spotlight. It is not about a new performance or a current project from John Krasinski. Instead, it focuses on something much more subtle but far-reaching, his early voice work and the tone he brought to […]

Latin Association of Voice Actors Launch Marks a New Fight Against AI Fraud

By Austen Moret. Published on: March 26, 2026

The National Association of Voice Actors has announced the launch of the Latin Association of Voice Actors, also known as LAVA, marking a significant step in addressing one of the most pressing concerns in the voiceover industry today. As artificial intelligence tools continue to evolve, the ability to replicate human voices has become easier, faster, […]

‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ Actor Unable to Attend Oscars Due to Travel Restrictions

By Kate Marcin. Published on: March 14, 2026

The Voice of Hind Rajab has become one of the most talked about short films during the current awards season. The project tells a deeply emotional story connected to real world events, using voice performance as a central element of the narrative. As the film gains attention ahead of the Academy Awards, one of its […]

Game Developers Conference 2026 Preview: Sessions, Awards, and Industry Trends

By Danielle Famble. Published on: March 7, 2026

The Game Developers Conference has long served as the central meeting place for professionals working across every corner of the video game industry. Each year, thousands of developers travel to San Francisco to exchange ideas, present new research, and discuss the evolving craft of game creation. In 2026, the conference returns to the Moscone Center […]