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Meet 10 Iconic Disney Pixar Voice Actors Who Bring Our Favorite Characters To Life

Every Disney like "Frozen" or "Toy Story" hit not only impresses the audience with incredible storylines and amazing animations but also attracts fans with the lively voices of its iconic characters. Traditionally, all characters of the House of Mouse are always built very diversely from appearance to personality. As a result, their Disney pixar voice actors must have extremely distinct styles and auras to inspire viewers.
You will be surprised how many big stars have appeared in multiple Disney or Pixar films. Some voices are so well-known that you can instantly tell who voiced this character. Others are more mysterious, making you feel as if you've heard them before, but you're not quite sure where. However, all succeed in bringing the characters to life with their pitch, tone, pronunciation, and enunciation. Pixar Voice Actors Are Amazing.
Lucky for you, we've tracked down a list of actors who have voiced multiple characters for Disney and Pixar films. Let’s scroll down and enjoy!

#1 Voice Actor, James Earl Jones - “The Lion King” & “Star Wars”

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Voice Actor, James Earl Jones - “The Lion King” & “Star Wars”Source: Getty Images, Disney

James Earl Jones is recognized as one of the most iconic voice actors of all time. He not only voiced Mufasa in "The Lion King" but also voiced Darth Vader in the "Star Wars" series. In the live-action "The Lion King" movie (2019), he is the only actor returning to reprise his part as the voice of Mufasa.

#2 Legendary Actor, Producer, Writer & Director, Tom Hanks - "Toy Story"

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Legendary Actor, Producer, Writer & Director, Tom Hanks - "Toy Story"Source: Getty Images, Disney

Our sweetheart Tom Hanks was the ideal candidate to portray Andy's beloved toy, Woody, in "Toy Story" franchise. Hanks played Woody from the first "Toy Story"(1995) to "Toy Story 4" (2019), so his reign as Woody has lasted for more than two decades.

#3 Award-Winning Singer & Actress Lea Salonga - “Aladdin” and “Mulan”

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Award-Winning Singer & Actress Lea Salonga - “Aladdin” and “Mulan”Source: Getty Images, Disney

Lea Salonga provided her voice for TWO Disney princesses, Jasmine from "Aladdin" (1992) and Mulan from "Mulan" (1998). She is a popular stage actress, best recognized for originating the lead role of Kim in "Miss Saigon" on both the West End and Broadway. She was the first Asian female Tony Award winner.

#4 Award-Winning Comedian, TV Host, Actress & LGBTQ Activist, Ellen DeGeneres - "Finding Nemo" and "Finding Dory"

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Ellen DeGeneres - "Finding Nemo" and "Finding Dory"Source: Getty Images, Disney

Dory, the regal blue tang, was separated from her parents since her childhood. In "Finding Nemo", she was so popular that she got her own movie, "Finding Dory", in 2016. And this lovely fish is voiced by award-winning comedian, TV host, actress & LGBTQ activist, Ellen DeGeneres.

#5 Singer, Actress & Advocate, Mandy Moore - "Tangled"

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Mandy Moore - "Tangled"Source: Getty Images, Disney

Famous for her clear voice, Mandy Moore voiced the role of Rapunzel in "Tangled" (2010). In addition, the voice of Mandy also contributed to the success of the OST "I see the light", which was nominated for Best Original Song at the 83rd Academy Awards.

#6 Award-Winning Actor, Gael Garcia Bernal - "Coco"

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Gael Garcia Bernal - "Coco"Source: Getty Images, Disney

Though primarily known for his serious roles, Gael Garcia Bernal provided the voice of the character Héctor in "Coco" (2017). The movie took home the trophy for Best Animated Feature Film at the 75th Golden Globes. Now, together with Diego Luna, Bernal is the co-creator of the Mexican film production company Canana Films.

#7 Actress & Singer, Idina Menzel - “Frozen” and “Wicked”

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Idina Menzel - “Frozen” and “Wicked”Source: Getty Images, Disney

After dominating the theater world for almost two decades, it is no wonder why Idina Menzel's excellent performance as Elsa ("Frozen") was critically acclaimed. She also sang the song “Let It Go” which won both a Grammy and an Academy Award.

#8 Actor, Comedian & Author, Tim Allen - "Toy Story"

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Tim Allen - "Toy Story"Source: Getty Images, Disney

"Home Improvement"'s comedian Tim Allen voiced for Buzz Lightyear in the "Toy Story" franchise. If you know Buzz Lightyear's catchphrase “To Infinity and Beyond”, you will know Tim Allen's voice.

#9 Academy Award-Nominated Actor, Samuel L. Jackson - " The Incredibles"

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Academy Award-Nominated Actor, Samuel L. Jackson - " The Incredibles", Frozone voiceSource: Getty Images, Disney

Samuel L. Jackson is most known for his roles in Quentin Tarantino movies and in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But you may not know that he stole the show in the critically acclaimed movie, "The Incredibles," with just one line, "Where's my superhero suit?" by Frozone voice.

#10 Actor, Jonathan Taylor Thomas - “The Lion King”

Disney Pixar Voice Actors, Jonathan Taylor Thomas - “The Lion King”Source: Getty Images, Disney

In Disney's animated feature "The Lion King", Jonathan Taylor Thomas had perfect performance as the protagonist Simba as a cub. After this movie, he also appeared in live-action films like "The Adventures of Pinocchio" (in which he played and voiced the titular character), "Wild America", "Speedway Junky", and "Walking Across Egypt".
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