Emmy winner Eric Bauza found to have died of hypertensive cardiovascular disease

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner determined on October 25, 2026, that Eric Bauza died of hypertensive cardiovascular disease. Officials classified the death as natural. The agency also listed sleep apnea and class 2 obesity as contributing factors.

Bauza was 46 years old. His family confirmed the sudden passing on social media. They described the event as a shock to those who knew him. Bauza had posted a photograph just one day before his death. In the image, he posed with The Simpsons director David Silverman at the LightBox Expo in California.

The performer spent more than two decades in the animation industry. He began his career as a character designer before transitioning to voice work. His credits spanned more than 400 productions. He worked for major studios including Disney, DreamWorks, Cartoon Network, and Warner Bros.

Bauza received three Children’s and Family Emmy Awards for his work. He provided voices for iconic characters such as Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck. His distinctive delivery defined these figures for a new generation of viewers. His artistic background in design informed his approach to vocal performance.

Fellow voice actors shared tributes following the announcement. Josh Keaton praised Bauza’s talent and his ability to make colleagues feel appreciated. E.G. Daily, who voiced Tommy Pickles in Rugrats, also paid respects via Instagram. The industry recognized his long-standing contribution to animated storytelling.