Len Carlson was a Canadian actor who is best known for his voice roles in various animated projects, including “The Raccoons” and video games. He was born on September 2, 1937, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and passed away on January 26, 2006.
Personal and Family Life
Len Carlson was married to Judy Carlson, and they had one child together. His family life remained largely private, but he was remembered fondly by those close to him. Before pursuing acting, Carlson was a professional athlete, having played as a running back for the Saskatchewan Roughriders and a pitcher for the Seattle Pilots.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Len Carlson became renowned for his voice work in numerous animated series and films. He was a prominent pitchman for Kraft foods during the 1970s and 1980s. His versatility allowed him to take on various roles, contributing to his reputation in the entertainment industry.
Death and Legacy
Len Carlson died on January 26, 2006, due to a heart attack in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada. His contributions to voice acting and his memorable characters have left a lasting legacy, particularly in animated entertainment. Fans and colleagues remember him as a talented actor whose work continues to be cherished.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Trolls and the Christmas Express | 1981-11-26 | Other Voices (voice) |
| The Marriage Bed | 1986-12-22 | Harvey Neilson |
| Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess | 1987-01-01 | |
| Blizzard | 2003-05-15 | Additional reindeer voices |
| The Nutcracker Prince | 1990-11-21 | King / Other voices |
| Cypher | 2002-10-01 | Speaker #2 Boise |
| Motel | 1998-10-26 | Grafton |
| Shyness | 1996-08-13 | Trevor |
| The Raccoons: Let’s Dance! | 1984-10-05 | Bert Raccoon (voice) |
| The Raccoons and the Lost Star | 1983-12-26 | Bert Raccoon / Pig General (voice) |
| The Christmas Raccoons | 1980-12-01 | Bert Raccoon (voice) |
| The Raccoons on Ice | 1981-12-20 | Bert Raccoon (voice) |
| The Legend of Zelda: The Power of the Triforce | 2008-07-22 | Ganon (voice) |
| Donkey Kong Country | 1998-08-05 | Krusha (voice) |
| The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! | 1989-09-04 | Ganon (voice) |
| Rolie Polie Olie | 1998-10-04 | Pappy (voice) |