Peter Cullen, 85, dies; voiced Optimus Prime in Transformers for 4+ decades and Mournful Eeyore.
Peter Cullen, the voice of Optimus Prime, has died at his Los Angeles home. The Canadian-American actor was 85 and is remembered for defining Optimus Prime’s leadership with his distinctive, resonant voice. His family invites the public to remember his legacy by leading with compassion and strength.