Gone Too Soon
Legendary Actor Peter Cullen Passes Away
Peter Cullen was a Canadian voice actor who passed away on Aug. 26, 2026. Cullen was born in 1941 and was 85 years old when he died due to cardiac arrest, surrounded by his family and loved ones.
Early in his career, Cullen was an announcer in “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour” and “The Sonny & Cher Comedy,” two groundbreaking CBS shows. Cullen then transitioned to voice acting, starring in over 200 roles. His most famous role was in “Transformers” as Optimus Prime. Cullen voiced Prime for over 40 years, and fans have highlighted the funny and unique charm that only his voice embodies in the character.
Cullen’s family released a statement with TMZ asking fans to honor his remarkable legacy by serving their communities and leading others with compassion. Cullen has left behind a legacy, and he will be missed by fans.
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