Obituary of Mel Blanc

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Mel Blanc

Melvin Jerome Blanc (born May 30, 1908 in San Francisco, California) was a voice actor and radio personality who was best known for voices of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, and numerous other characters from the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies theatrical cartoons. Mel died on July 10, 1989 and his death was because of heart disease and emphysema. He died at age 81.

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Mel Blanc Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Blanc, Mel
    • Common Name: Mel Blanc
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: San Francisco, California, United States
    • Birth Date: May 30, 1908
    • Age: 81 (at death)
    • Also Known As: The Man of 1000 voices
    • Occupations:
    • Net Worth: $25 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Perdue Chicken
    • Favorite Color: Aqua
    • Favorite Scent: Diesel Only The Brave Wild
    • Favorite Actor: Robert Downey Jr

    Mel's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Melvin Jerome Blanc
    • Father: Frederick Blank
    • Mother: Eva Blank (née Katz)
    • Brother(s):
      • one
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Estelle Rosenbaum (married 1933-1989, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Noel Blanc (born October 19, 1938)

Death Notice:

  • Date: July 10 1989 at age 81
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart disease (and emphysema)
  • Interment: Buried at Hollywood Forever Cemetery

Category Tags:

Voice ActorRadio Personality American Born on May 30th Born in 1908 Born in California Died in 1989 Died at age 81 Died from Heart disease

Mel's Notable Roles:

  • Looney Tunes

Quotable Quotes:

"Melvin was a legendary entertainer whose unmatched talents and iconic voice brought joy to generations of audiences, forever cementing his place in the world of animation. (V)"

"Mel Blanc's legendary career as a voice actor spanned over six decades, bringing iconic characters such as Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck to life. Unfortunately, a severe car accident in 1961 temporarily silenced his famous voice, showcasing the tremendous impact he had on the world of entertainment. (V)"

Is Mr. Mel Blanc still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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