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Rob Paulsen

Rob Paulsen - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 11, 1956
Age70
BirthplaceDetroit, Michigan, United States
Zodiac SignPisces - (see also Rob Paulsen's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacMonkey
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForVoice acting in animation, especially as Yakko Warner ('Animaniacs'), Pinky ('Pinky and the Brain'), Raphael ('Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' 1987), and Donatello ('Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' 2012).

Intro

Rob Paulsen is an American voice actor and singer best known for his extensive work in animation, particularly for voicing characters such as Yakko Warner in 'Animaniacs,' Pinky in 'Pinky and the Brain,' and Raphael and Donatello in various 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' adaptations.

Early Life & Background

Rob Paulsen was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He developed an early interest in music and acting and initially pursued a career in singing before moving into voice acting, relocating to Los Angeles in the late 1970s to begin his professional career.

Career Highlights

  • Voiced Yakko Warner in 'Animaniacs' (1993–1998, Hulu Revival)
  • Voiced Pinky in 'Pinky and the Brain' and 'Animaniacs'
  • Voiced Raphael in the 1987 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' series
  • Voiced Donatello in the 2012 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' series
  • Has provided voices for numerous other animated series and video games
  • Won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Performer in an Animated Program (1999) for his role as Pinky

Trivia

  • Hosted the podcast 'Talkin' Toons,' where he interviews other voice actors
  • Has performed in over 2,500 half-hour animated episodes
  • Underwent successful treatment for throat cancer in 2016

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Rob Paulsen?

Rob Paulsen is 70 years old.

When was Rob Paulsen born?

Rob Paulsen was born the 11 March 1956.

Where is Rob Paulsen from?

Detroit, Michigan, United States.

On His Birth-Day

About March 11th, 1956, in brief:

  • Historical events: On March 11, 1956, Laurence Olivier's film adaptation of Shakespeare's 'Richard III' premiered in the United States. The film was notable for its innovative cinematography and Olivier's acclaimed performance. This premiere contributed to the popularity of Shakespearean adaptations in cinema during the mid-20th century.
  • Day of the week: March 11th, 1956 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: The Great Pretender by The Platters
  • #1 UK song: It's Almost Tomorrow by The Dreamweavers
  • Popular movie: The Ten Commandments directed by Cecil B. DeMille

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rob_Paulsen
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0667326/