Legendary voice actor Carlos del Campo, widely recognized for bringing numerous beloved characters to life, has reportedly passed away at the age of 68. His death marks a heartbreaking loss for the voice acting community and for countless fans who grew up hearing his memorable performances. Del Campo was particularly known for his work in Spanish-language dubbing. He famously provided the Latin American Spanish voice of C-3PO in the Star Wars franchise, helping introduce the iconic character to generations of Spanish-speaking audiences.
He also voiced Slinky in the Toy Story films, including Toy Story 4, further establishing himself as a familiar voice across major animated productions. His extensive career reached far beyond Hollywood animation. Anime fans will remember Del Campo for portraying Gin Ichimaru in Bleach and Watari in Death Note. He also lent his voice to The Big Cheese in Samurai Pizza Cats and Saga in Saint Seiya, showcasing his remarkable versatility across different genres and styles.
Del Campo also became associated with South Park, voicing Randy Marsh in the Mexican Spanish dub during the show’s early run. Through these roles, he became part of the childhood and entertainment memories of audiences throughout the Spanish-speaking world. His ability to transform his voice and personality to match a wide variety of characters made him a respected and cherished figure in the dubbing industry.
Whether portraying animated characters, anime favorites or iconic film personalities, Del Campo consistently left a lasting impression. His remarkable body of work will continue to live on through the characters he helped make unforgettable. Fans and colleagues are mourning his loss while remembering the talent, dedication and joy he brought to audiences. Rest in peace, Carlos del Campo. His voice will never be forgotten.
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