James MacDonald was an American actor known for his roles in Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, and The Black Hole. Born on May 19, 1906, in Crewe, Cheshire, England, he became a prominent voice actor at Walt Disney Studios for over 40 years, including serving as the second voice of Mickey Mouse.
Personal and Family Life
James MacDonald was married to Sarah Roberta Cullen from 1936 until his death in 1991. Not much information is available about their personal life, but they remained together throughout his career.
Death and Legacy
James MacDonald passed away on February 1, 1991, in Glendale, California, due to congestive heart failure. His contributions to animation and film, especially as a voice actor, leave a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Cinderella | 1950-02-22 | Gus / Jaq (voice) |
| The Rescuers | 1977-06-22 | Evinrude / Brutus / Nero (voice) |
| Alice in Wonderland | 1951-07-28 | Dormouse (voice) |
| Pluto’s Christmas Tree | 1952-11-21 | Mickey Mouse / Chip (voice) (uncredited) |
| Private Pluto | 1943-04-02 | Chip |
| Working for Peanuts | 1953-11-11 | Chip (voice) (uncredited) |
| Fun and Fancy Free | 1947-09-27 | Lumpjaw (voice) (uncredited) |
| Mickey and the Seal | 1948-12-03 | Mickey Mouse |
| Chip ‘n Dale: Trouble in a Tree | 2005-03-14 | Chip (voice) |
| The Sword in the Stone | 1963-12-25 | The Wolf / Pike / Tiger Mim (voice) |