Brendan O’Brien was an American actor who is best known for his role as the original voice of Crash Bandicoot, along with appearances in films such as 3 Ninjas: High Noon at Mega Mountain, and TV shows like Riverdale. He was born on May 9, 1962, in Hollywood, California.
Personal and Family Life
Brendan O’Brien was the son of actors Edmond O’Brien and Olga San Juan. He was married to Ingrid K. Behrens from September 9, 2000, until his death in 2023. Throughout his life, he maintained close relationships with his family, which included his sibling, Maria O’Brien, and his relative, Liam O’Brien.
Career
O’Brien began his acting career with a role in the TV movie Honor Thy Father in 1973. He gained popularity when he provided voices for the video game Crash Bandicoot in 1996, a role he continued for several years. He also appeared in other film and TV projects, such as the HBO series Spicy City and the movie Casper: A Spirited Beginning.
Death and Legacy
Brendan O’Brien passed away on March 23, 2023, at the age of 60. One of his final roles was a guest appearance as a math teacher on the TV show Riverdale in 2020. Despite his passing, the character of Crash Bandicoot remains influential, having been voiced by several actors after him.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Ninjas: High Noon at Mega Mountain | 1998-03-26 | Zed |
| The Trial of Old Drum | 2000-06-09 | Brendan |
| Fatigue – Don´t play with the fire | 2005-08-29 | Gower |
| Casper: A Spirited Beginning | 1997-09-09 | Terrified Worker |
| Get Street Smart: A Kid’s Guide to Stranger Dangers | 1995-01-01 | Capricorn’s Dad (voice) |
| Totally Killer | 2023-09-28 | Damon “Lurch” |
| Spicy City | 1997-07-11 | (voice) |
| Riverdale | 2017-01-26 | Math Teacher |