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Peter Cullen, The Voice Behind Optimus Prime, Dies At 85

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Peter Cullen, the voice actor best known for playing Optimus Prime in the "Transformers" franchise and Eeyore in "Winnie the Pooh," died on August 26, 2026. He was 85 years old. In a statement, Cullen's family said he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.

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Peter Cullen, The Voice Behind Optimus Prime, Dies At 85

Peter Cullen, the voice actor best known for playing Optimus Prime in the "Transformers" franchise and Eeyore in "Winnie the Pooh," died on August 26, 2026. He was 85 years old. In a statement, Cullen's family said he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.

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Remembering Peter Cullen: The Voice of Optimus Prime

Before looking at the new Transformers Bruticus, Hans Wittrock pays tribute to Peter Cullen, the iconic voice of Optimus Prime.

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What Did Peter Cullen Die of? This Revealed the Death Certificate of Optimus Prime's Voice Actor on Transformers

A few days after the announcement of the death of the actor who gave voice to Optimus Prime in Transformers and Igor in Winnie the Pooh, the cause of his death was revealed.

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Prensa Libre broke the news on Friday, September 4, 2026.
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