Date of Birth: May 30, 1908
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Date of Death: July 10, 1989
Biography
Mel Blanc, born Melvin Jerome Blanc, was an American voice actor and radio personality, known as “The Man of a Thousand Voices.” Blanc was born on May 30, 1908, in San Francisco, California. His career spanned over six decades, during which he became best known for his work with Warner Bros. Cartoons and Hanna-Barbera. Blanc’s iconic vocal performances brought to life some of the most beloved cartoon characters, including Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Tweety Bird, and many others. He started his career in radio, working on shows like “The Jack Benny Program,” where he became famous for his versatile voice talent. Blanc’s ability to create unique and memorable voices made him a legend in the animation industry. He passed away on July 10, 1989, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence voice acting and animation to this day.
5 Interesting Facts about Mel Blanc
1. Mel Blanc was the first voice actor to receive on-screen credit for his work on animated cartoons.
2. He provided the voice for Barney Rubble in “The Flintstones” and Mr. Spacely in “The Jetsons.”
3. Blanc survived a near-fatal car accident in 1961 and continued to work while recovering, recording lines from his hospital bed.
4. His tombstone features the famous Porky Pig sign-off line: “That’s All Folks!”
5. Blanc held the record for voicing the most characters in an animated film, providing voices for over 400 different characters.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mel Blanc
1. “I don’t do voices. I do characters.”
2. “It’s kind of hard to break habits. Once you become a voice, you don’t know how to stop.”
3. “What’s up, doc?”
4. “Eh, what’s cookin’ doc?”
5. “That’s all folks!”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Mel Blanc’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Mel Blanc had one child, a son named Noel Blanc, who also pursued a career in voice acting and has continued his father’s legacy in the industry.
Relevant Links
1. [Wikipedia – Mel Blanc](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mel_Blanc
2. [IMDb – Mel Blanc](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000305/
4. [Mel Blanc Official Website](http://www.melblanc.info/
