Art Gilmore

Voice Actor and Announcer for Films

Art Gilmore - Voice Actor and Announcer for Films
Born

March 18th, 1912
113 years ago

Died

2010
15 years ago — 98 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

Links & References

Started a career in radio before transitioning to voice acting. Contributed voice work in several notable films and television series. Gained recognition as the narrator for the television series 'The Twilight Zone' and 'The Incredible Hulk'. Worked extensively in radio during the Golden Age and continued in television and film for decades, leaving a lasting legacy in voice acting.

Narrated 'The Twilight Zone'

Provided voice for 'The Incredible Hulk'

Worked on numerous radio shows

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