The Latin American dubbing industry is mourning the death of renowned voice actor, Francisco Resendez, who passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. He was 85.
Francisco Resendez passes away at 85
Resendez’s death was announced in a social media post by Cartoons On The Moon, prompting an outpouring of condolences from colleagues, industry insiders and fans who grew up listening to him voicing various TV shows.The cause of death has not been disclosed. His family has yet to issue an official statement.
Francisco Resendez’s career
Over a career spanning several decades, Resendez became the voice of generations of Spanish-speaking audiences through his work spanning animation, anime, films, documentaries and video games. Among his best-known performances was the Latin American Spanish voice of Scooby-Doo in the 1980s dubs of the beloved franchise. He also voiced Commander Dot Pixis in ‘Attack on Titan’, while his extensive anime credits included work on ‘Dragon Ball Z’ and ‘Ranma’.Resendez also served as the narrator for the early seasons of ‘Pokemon’.News of his death has prompted tributes from those who worked alongside him as well as audiences who remember his work from some of the most popular works over the decades.
Francisco Resendez’s career beyond series
His contribution to the film and television industries extended to films, documentaries, video games, and even the voice-over industry. He was also a voice artist for institutional brands and as a studio director, where he helped train and develop a new generation of voice actors.
Peter Cullen passes away
News of Francisco’s demise comes just days after the industry mourned the loss of Canadian voice actor Peter Cullen, famously known for starring as the heroic Optimus Prime in a range of ‘Transformers’ films, TV shows and video games, passed away at 85.According to The Hollywood Reporter, Cullen passed away last Wednesday at his residence in Los Angeles, his agent Kevin Motley confirmed.“He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family — and held in the hearts of his many friends and countless fans worldwide,” his family said in a statement. The family asks fans “that you honour his remarkable legacy by serving your communities and leading others with compassion, integrity and loyalty and always remember ‘be strong enough to be gentle ‘”Peter Cullen voiced the Autobots Optimus Prime, in the 1980s animated series ‘The Transformers,’ which followed the war between the Autobots and Decepticons. He came back to the role after roughly two decades away for Michael Bay’s 2007 live-action ‘Transformers’ film.
