Jack Mercer
Animator and voice actor for Popeye
Born
1910
115 years ago
Died
December 4th, 1984
40 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to the animation industry as an animator, screenwriter, voice actor, and singer. Worked primarily for Fleischer Studios and later for Famous Studios, gaining recognition for bringing the character Popeye the Sailor to life. Provided the voice for Popeye in numerous theatrical cartoons, creating a lasting legacy in animation. Also involved in various other animation projects, showcasing versatility in the craft.
Voiced Popeye in over 200 cartoons
Worked as an animator on Popeye films
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