Rob Paulsen (born 1956) is an American voice performer and entertainer. He has worked extensively as a voice actor across television, film and video games, and is also a trained singer. Earlier in his career he appeared on screen as a film and television actor before concentrating on voice work.
Career overview
Paulsen’s voice acting career spans several decades and includes lead and supporting roles for animated series, feature films and game projects. He is particularly known for his skill at creating distinct, memorable character voices and for his versatility in comedy and character-driven roles.
Notable roles
- Pinky — the eccentric lab mouse from the animated series Pinky and the Brain.
- Yakko Warner and Dr. Otto Scratchansniff — two of the principal characters on Animaniacs.
- P.J. — the son in Disney’s A Goofy Movie and the related series Goof Troop.
- Carl Wheezer — a recurring character on The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius.
- Raphael (1987) and Donatello (2012) — voices for two incarnations of the turtles in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles productions.
- Plank — a role in the animated series Ed, Edd n Eddy.
Style and later work
Paulsen is often cast for roles that require rapid-fire delivery, comedic timing, and a wide vocal range. Over time he has balanced commercial and franchise work with guest appearances and convention performances. His body of work includes animation for children’s television, prime-time cartoons, feature animation and interactive media.
While best known for the characters listed above, Paulsen’s resume contains many additional credits across different genres and media, reflecting a long-standing presence in the voice acting community.