History

Laurence Fishburne’s Voice Work Earns Top Industry Honors

December 20, 2025 by Danielle Famble

Laurence Fishburne has built a career defined by presence, authority, and unmistakable vocal control. While many audiences know him for his on-screen performances, recent honors have placed renewed attention on another side of his work: voice performance. With major recognition from both the Voice Arts Awards and the James Earl Jones Prize, Fishburne’s contribution to […]

Bill Farmer Honored as VO Icon for His Legacy as Goofy and Pluto

December 8, 2025 by Danielle Famble

Bill Farmer, the longtime performer behind Goofy and Pluto, will be honored with the VO Icon Award at NAVA’s annual gala. The announcement recognizes a career that has shaped the sound of Disney storytelling for decades and influenced generations of fans. Farmer’s connection to these characters, built over nearly 40 years, has made him one […]

Masako Nozawa Receives Prestigious Person of Cultural Merit Award

October 22, 2025 by Maria Pendolino

Masako Nozawa, the legendary Japanese voice actress famously known for bringing the iconic character Goku to life in the Dragon Ball franchise, has been honored with one of Japan’s highest cultural distinctions. This prestigious recognition, known as the Person of Cultural Merit, acknowledges her outstanding contributions to the world of voice acting and the broader […]

Julia Whelan and the Rise of the Modern Audiobook Narrator

May 27, 2025 by Danielle Famble

Julia Whelan is not just a recognizable name in the audiobook world — she’s a defining voice in an industry that has grown from niche entertainment to a billion-dollar segment of publishing. With over 600 titles to her credit and collaborations with some of today’s most prominent authors, Whelan exemplifies the emotional precision and narrative […]

The Comprehensive History of Don LaFontaine: The Voice of God

June 24, 2024 by Lisa Ristau

Early Life and Beginnings Don LaFontaine, often hailed as “The Voice of God,” was born on August 26, 1940, in Duluth, Minnesota. His journey into becoming one of the most recognizable voices in the entertainment industry began with humble beginnings. LaFontaine’s father was a factory worker, and his mother was a homemaker. His early interest […]