Voice actor Peter Cullen, known for Optimus Prime, dies at 85
Most outlets led with Peter Cullen’s death and his role as the voice of Optimus Prime in Transformers, emphasizing his iconic contribution to the franchise. A few also noted his other roles, such as Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh, and mentioned the public tribute on social media. The News International additionally highlighted a message from the Transformers franchise in tribute.
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Peter Cullen dies at 85 as the voice behind Optimus Prime leaves ‘Transformers’ fans devastated
Peter Cullen died at his Los Angeles home, with family saying he passed peacefully among his loved ones there
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'Optimus Prime' message to surviving Autobots shared in tribute to Peter Cullen
Tributes started pouring in after news of Peter Cullen’s death surfaced online on Thursday.Hundreds of people took to social media to mourn the actor who gave voice to Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise.A video of Peter Cullen voicing Optimus Prime was widely circulated on social...
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Optimus Prime voice actor Peter Cullen dead: A look at his iconic roles
Peter Cullen dies at age 85Peter Cullen, the legendary voice behind Transformers' Optimus Prime, has died at the age of 85, leaving behind a long and celebrated career. The beloved actor’s family confirmed his death to TMZ on Wednesday, August 27. “Peter Cullen passed...
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Optimus Prime’s voice, Peter Cullen, dies at 85
Peter Cullen, the actor whose deep, commanding voice brought Optimus Prime to life in Transformers, has died at the age of 85.
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