Overview

April Winchell Foley (born January 4, 1960) is an American performer and media professional whose career spans voice acting, writing, talk radio and comedy. She is widely recognized for her work as the voice of Clarabelle Cow in contemporary Disney productions and for a variety of roles across animated series and other media. She is the daughter of entertainer Paul Winchell, which placed her early within a family connected to show business.

Early life and family

Born into an entertainment family, Winchell grew up with exposure to performance and popular media. Her background helped shape her interest in voice and character work as well as in writing and comedic performance. Details of her formal education are less central to her public profile than the creative work she has pursued throughout her adult life.

Voice acting and on-screen work

Winchell's voice career includes long-running associations with major animation producers, notably Disney. She is best known for voicing Clarabelle Cow in several modern Disney projects, and she has provided character voices for animated television programs, specials and related media. Her style is adaptable, ranging from broad comedic turns to more nuanced characterizations. More information on the craft and industry is available through resources about voice acting.

Writing, radio and comedy

Beyond animation, Winchell has worked as a writer and commentator and has hosted talk radio programs. Her work in radio and online commentary emphasizes conversational humor, personal anecdote and topical observation. She has also performed as a comedian and contributed written material to various media projects, demonstrating a multi-disciplinary career that blends performance with production and commentary.

Notable facts and personal life

Winchell's professional range—voice roles, writing and radio—has made her a recognizable figure in several entertainment circles. In her personal life she was previously married to Mick Kuisel and has been married to John Foley since 2013. Her family connection to a well-known ventriloquist and comedian underscores a multi-generational link to American entertainment.

Selected roles and areas of work

  • Clarabelle Cow — recurring voice role in Disney animated projects
  • Various character voices for television animation and related media
  • Talk radio host and commentator — live and recorded formats
  • Writer and comedic performer — contributions to scripts, sketches and spoken-word material

April Winchell's career illustrates how a performer can bridge animation, broadcast and writing, maintaining a presence both behind the microphone and in creative development. For broader context on voice artists and their work, see resources about voice acting.