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Optimus Prime voice actor Peter Cullen dies at 85 in Los Angeles
Updated On: 27 August, 2026 10:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Peter Cullen, the legendary voice of Optimus Prime in Transformers and Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh, has died aged 85 at his Los Angeles home. His family confirmed his peaceful passing and urged fans to honour his legacy with compassion

Peter Cullen (Pic/X)
Peter Cullen, the legendary voice behind Optimus Prime in Transformers and Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh, has died at the age of 85. Cullen passed away peacefully at his Los Angeles home, surrounded by loved ones. His family confirmed the news, urging fans to remember his enduring legacy.
Peter Cullen’s family confirms his death
His family also shared a statement remembering the actor and said he "passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family - and held in the hearts of his many friends and countless fans worldwide".


