Wayne Allwine
Voice actor, voice of Mickey Mouse
Born
1947
78 years ago
Died
May 18th, 2009
16 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A voice actor and sound effects editor, well recognized for voicing the character Mickey Mouse from 1977 until 2009. Played a significant role in various Disney projects, contributing to animated films and theme parks. Worked extensively in sound design and Foley artistry, applying expertise in creating realistic audio for film. Allwine's work became synonymous with the beloved character, with performances spanning decades.
Voiced Mickey Mouse in various media
Worked on Disney theme park attractions
Contributed to sound design in films
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