Peter Cullen had been one of the most popular voice actors, who managed to make a special place in the hearts of Transformers fans. He used to voice the self-sacrificing leader, ‘Optimus Prime’, which made him one of the most loved voice artists in the entertainment industry. The voice actor breathed his last at 85 on August 26, 2026, at his home in Los Angeles. In fact, Peter was surrounded by his family in his final moments. Meanwhile, his former colleagues and fans have shared their tributes for the voice actor on social media.
Pete Cullen’s family confirms his death
Pete Cullen’s family and longtime representatives have confirmed the death of the legendary voice actor. Until now, his cause of death is unclear. Still, Peter’s close ones revealed that he died peacefully, surrounded by his family. Noticeably, the voice actor had also reduced his public appearances since 2024 citing heath reasons. They shared a heartfelt statement to express their gratitude to everyone who supported him over the decades. In their words:
“He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family and held in the hearts of his many friends and countless fans worldwide.”
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