On Friday, November 11, it was announced that Kevin Conroy passed away at 66. He was mostly known for his iconic beloved work as the voice of Batman in Batman: The Animated Series.
Conroy has established never-to-be-broken records as the voice of Batman. He brought the character to life in almost 60 projects. This included 15 films, 15 animated series that was composed of nearly 400 episodes, more than 100 hours of television, and 12 video games. He was even able to play the character in live action in the Arrowverse’s 2019-2020 crossover event “Crisis on Infinite Earths”.
Many considered Conroy as their definite Batman having grown up with the animated series. The amazing and in-depth storytelling of that series is one that stands to this day and moving forward. Throughout the day many shared their brief statements reacting to the loss of a pop culture legend.
“So sad to hear about Kevin Conroy. He was THE voice of Batman for generations, including our INJUSTICE games.” – Ed Boon
“Heartbroken at the passing of my decades-long friend from the early days of our careers—both amazed at finding ourselves closely identified with superheroes – the late great Kevin Conroy. Much love to Kevin’s family and friends. You are honored, Kevin, and missed already.” – John Wesley Shipp
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“Bruce imagined him, Andrea found him and, once found, Kevin kicked the door open for all of us to bring to you the amazing characters of DCAU. Kevin, my friend, my colleague, my hero. We will all miss you terribly. You are a singular soul. Thank you. Now rest” – Clancy Brown Actor
“Oh man is this true? Kevin Conroy has played so many epic versions of the Batman- he’s truly defined the role. Love you Kevin” – Seth Green
“Such devastating news. Kevin Conroy, one of my favorite New Yorkers, an incredible actor, and all around amazing human. He was everyone’s favorite Batman. He certainly was mine. His heart shines through this song… He lives on eternally in our hearts.” – Veronica Taylor
“Kevin was perfection. He was one of my favorite people on the planet, and I loved him like a brother. He truly cared for the people around him – his decency shone through everything he did. Every time I saw him or spoke with him, my spirits were elevated.” -Mark Hamill
“I don’t have the worlds. Not today. My heart is broken. There will never be another. He IS Batman. RIPLEGEND” – Tara Strong
Latino Review Media has had the privilege to have interviewed Conroy on various projects we covered. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family in this time of grief. He will be missed.
