The Voice of a Generation: Peter Cullen's Lasting Impact Peter Cullen, the iconic voice behind Optimus Prime, passed away on Wednesday at 85.
For many fans, this news will feel like a personal loss, a reminder that beloved characters have real life creators.
Cullen's career spanned over six decades, with hundreds of credits across film, television, and video games. However, his most enduring legacy lies in the character he made synonymous with himself: Optimus Prime.