The art of animation is home to many talented voice actors. From Kevin Conroy to Rob Paulson, there are many examples of actors who can disguise their voices for the entertainment of thousands. One of the most iconic, however, is the legendary Mel Blanc. While many modern audiences may not know his name, they certainly know his voice. Mel is responsible for giving life to a vast majority of the Looney Tunes.

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From the golden age of animation to his passing in 1989, he became known as "The Man Of 1,000 Voices" and one look at his filmography makes this obvious. Whether in legendary shorts or lesser-known commercials, Mel Blanc walked so the voice actors of today could run.

Dino

The Flintstones cast

Even though a character may not talk, that doesn't mean a fair bit of voice acting isn't involved. Mel provided the various gibberish and noises of the beloved pet dinosaur, Dino, in The Flintstones.  While obviously not as quotable as his caveman companions, every fan knows the excited yelps of Dino when he sees his master, Fred, arrive home. Only someone as talented as Mel Blanc could give such personality to a character who isn't able to utter a line.

Mr. Spacely

George and Mr. Spacely in The Jetsons movie

The short-tempered, yet well-meaning boss has been a staple of television for many years. There are plenty of examples that come into the audience's minds when they think of this trope, and key among them is George Jetson's boss Mr. Spacely voiced by Mel Blanc. Mr. Spacey is a prime example of how well Mel can change his voice. It is hard to listen to some of his other characters and then listen to Mr. Spacely's gruff voice and picture the same person doing it. Mr. Spacely was also among Mel's final performances, as Jetsons: The Movie premiered the year following his death.

Tweety Bird

Granny holds Tweety Bird in Looney Tunes

Fans would be hard-pressed seeing a cat in a large crowd and not hearing at least one person say they thought they saw a puddy tat. Tweety Bird is one of the most iconic animated characters of all time, and naturally, he is voiced by one of the most iconic voice actors. The exploits of the cute bird have captivated fans for decades and have inspired generations to name their own birds after the loveable toon. Blanc's adorable voice gives the character a cute demeanor, although, like most of the Looney Tunes, he isn't one to be trifled with.

Yosemite Sam

Yosemite Sam with hands up in Looney Tunes

Cowboy stereotypes were a common trope in the early days of animation. One of the prime and most famous examples is Yosemite Sam. With an oversized handlebar mustache and wielding two pistols, Sam is the perfect representation of a caricature of the Old West.

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No cowboy is complete without an exaggerated Southern accent, provided expertly by Mel Blanc. Sam is one of the most quotable characters in the Looney Tunes lineup, and one of the most imitated. Whether exclaiming about his burning biscuits or chasing after a pesky vermin, whenever Yosemite Sam is on screen, audiences know they are in for a powerhouse of comedy led by Mel.

Barney Rubble

Barney Rubble hanging Christmas decorations in The Flintstones

There are more than a few examples of comedic duos in animation. Perhaps one of the most iconic is Fred Flintstone and his dim-witted yet big-hearted friend Barney Rubble. While there are plenty of colorful characters on the show to choose from, Barney tends to top fans' favorite lists consistently.

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Mel Blanc gives Barney a slow, deep voice that perfectly showcases the character's less than stellar intelligence. While not the sharpest stone in the quarry, Barney is a loyal friend to Fred, and a loving husband and father. Audiences of all ages gravitate towards Barney as one of the most beloved characters in all animation.

Marvin The Martian

Marvin The Martian and K-9 from Looney Tunes

Another popular trope in early pop culture was science fiction. Aliens and space travel was all the rage thanks to serials such as Flash Gordon or Buck Rogers. When Looney Tunes decided to incorporate an alien into their line-up, Mel Blanc was the obvious choice to voice it. Marvin The Martian is typically portrayed as a comic foil to whomever the main character is of the short and is dead set on blowing up Earth. Marvin was an instant hit and became a huge player in the Looney Tunes cast. Mel gives Marvin a nasally voice that is almost remnant of a clichéd nerd character. As funny as the character is on his own, Mel gives Marvin an extra layer of likeability no other actor could.

Porky Pig

Porky Pig in the Looney Tunes' " That's All Folks" shot

The original and oldest recurring Warner Bros. animated character is the legendary Porky Pig. The voice actor who originally played Porky actually has a stutter, which cost the studio money as recording sessions took longer than necessary. When Mel Blanc took over the role, he kept the stutter as it had become iconic even in the early years. Porky is usually given the sidekick role in skits, but often times shines brighter than his fellow toons. Porky is perhaps best known for closing out most of the shorts with his often imitated catchphrase, "That's All Folks!" Porky is oftentimes portrayed as the straight man to the main character's antics, yet has a knack for getting into mischief himself.

Sylvester

Sylvester Tweety turns around to see giant monster Tweety in Looney Tunes

When asked what his actual voice was like, many reported that it was essentially Sylvestor's, just without the lisp. Sylvestor was one of the more menacing characters as, like another Blanc character Wile E. Coyote, his only goal is to eat another character. While smart in his own right, Sylvestor is constantly outsmarted by Tweety, and often thwarted by their mutual owner Granny. Given his end goal, Sylvester is still one of the most famous and beloved Looney Tunes characters. The dynamic between Sylvester and Tweety is very similar to that of Tom & Jerry, in that while seemingly enemies, the duo are friends at the end of the day.

Daffy Duck

Looney Tunes' Daffy Duck with his beak knocked around to the back of his head

When fans think of Looney Tunes, two characters typically come to mind. One of these is the greedy and selfish Daffy Duck. Daffy is always getting himself into trouble, typically due to his own desire to be famous and wealthy. Mel's voice for Daffy perfectly puts the character's arrogance on display. Daffy is one of the most recognized figures in all of pop culture, and by watching one of his shorts it is no secret why.

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Due to his incredibly selfish and arrogant ways, fans find joy in seeing Daffy get his comeuppance. In spite of this, Daffy has managed to garner more fans than most of the other Looney Tunes and has become one of the most iconic. Try as he may though, there is one character that constantly outshines him in nearly every aspect.

Bugs Bunny

Bugs Bunny eating a carrot

The face of the Looney Tunes and arguably the most famous cartoon character in history is Bugs Bunny. There is little that can be said about Bugs' impact that hasn't already been said for decades. The character is what helped launch Warner Bros. animation into the mainstream. Bugs was even the face of Warner Bros. Family Entertainment as a whole, appearing alongside the classic shield at the beginning of many films.

Mel Blanc was not the original voice of Bugs, but the voice he brought to the character is easily one of the most recognizable voices of all time. Bugs is a troublemaker and one of the smartest and wittiest Looney Tunes characters, and Mel's snarky Brooklyn-esque voice personifies this. Mel Blanc will be known as a legend who lent his voice to many classic characters, but the one he will be best known for is Bugs Bunny.

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