Corey Burton, born Corey Gregg Weinberg on August 3, 1955, is an American voice actor with a long and varied career in animation, video games, theme‑park attractions and advertising. He is widely recognized for performing established Disney figures and for supplying many supporting and villainous voices across multiple media. Burton is often sought when a production needs a faithful continuation of a classic character.
Career and notable roles
Burton has built a reputation as a versatile character performer. He is the current voice of Ludwig von Drake and Captain Hook, among others, and has contributed to numerous Disney projects over decades. His credits span television animation, feature projects, interactive media and live entertainment. Producers frequently hire him to step into roles originally defined by earlier performers or to create distinct new personalities.
Artistry and technique
Known for a wide vocal range and skillful mimicry, Burton's strengths include accents, character voices and timing suited to comedy and villainy alike. He combines careful listening to source performances with technical control of pitch and timbre, allowing him to match established voices while still delivering performances tailored to modern scripts and sound design.
Background and development
Like many career voice actors, Burton developed his craft through steady work across radio, animation and studio sessions. His professional name, Corey Burton, is used on most credits; details about his formative training are less public, but his longevity reflects ongoing collaboration with major studios and directors. For a concise overview of his credits and appearances see a comprehensive professional profile.
Importance and legacy
Burton's ability to preserve character continuity has made him a valuable resource for studios maintaining legacy franchises. He appears in modern reinterpretations, video games and park attractions, helping to connect new audiences with familiar characters. Fans and industry professionals note his consistent, reliable performances and his role in keeping classic voices active in contemporary media. Examples of his work with Disney and related properties are cataloged in many project listings; one place to explore those projects is the Disney credits collection at Disney project listings.
For readers interested specifically in his portrayals of classic Disney personalities, information about his take on Ludwig von Drake is available through dedicated character pages such as Ludwig von Drake resources. Burton continues to work across formats, and his career illustrates how modern voice actors preserve and evolve beloved animated characters.