Russi Taylor, best known for voicing Disney character Minnie Mouse, has died at aged 75.
Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger confirmed the news to the public.
He also released a heartfelt statement honouring the iconic voice actor.
We are sorry to report that Disney Legend Russi Taylor has passed away: https://t.co/8uphuNZy3i pic.twitter.com/FwAdJJYpqw
— Disney (@Disney) July 27, 2019
“Minnie Mouse lost her voice with the passing of Russi Taylor,” he said.
“For more than 30 years, Minnie and Russi worked together to entertain millions around the world — a partnership that made Minnie a global icon and Russi a Disney Legend beloved by fans everywhere.”
“We’re so grateful for Russi’s talent as well as the tremendous spirit and great joy she brought to everything that she did.”
Statement from Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger on the passing of Disney Legend Russi Taylor: pic.twitter.com/4TpSVkT8BE
— Walt Disney Company (@WaltDisneyCo) July 27, 2019
“It was a privilege to have known her and an honor to have worked with her and we take comfort in the knowledge that her work will continue to entertain and inspire for generations to come.”
“Russi will be sorely missed and our hearts go out to her family and friends, along with our deepest condolences.”
Russi also voiced Martin Price, Sherri and Terri, Uter, and Wendell on The Simpsons.
She was married to Wayne Allwine, who voiced Mickey Mouse from 1977 up until his passing in 2009.
