Eric Bauza, the star who brought Looney Tunes characters Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and other fan-favourite characters to life, has passed away at the age of 46. Over the weekend, the voice actor's family announced the heartbreaking news via an Instagram post.

Taking to the Emmy Award winner's social media, the family shared a statement on Sunday, October 25, which read, "Eric Bauza, Emmy Award-winning voice actor and the modern voice of iconic Looney Tunes characters Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, along with dozens of other beloved cartoon characters, has passed away suddenly."

According to his family, Eric died unexpectedly, and the circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear. The late artist was scheduled to attend the Sunday afternoon premiere of Warner Bros.

Pictures Animation's The Cat in the Hat to support Daffy Season, a short film set to screen ahead of the feature. Born on December 7, 1979, in Toronto, Canada, Eric recently lent his voice to several characters in DreamWorks Animation's film Forgotten Island.

Throughout his illustrious career, he became a household name for animation enthusiasts across the globe, breathing life into characters that defined childhoods for multiple generations. Colleagues and fans alike have expressed profound shock and deep sorrow over his untimely demise.

Tributes have poured in from all corners of the entertainment industry, celebrating his immense talent, dedication, and the everlasting joy he brought to millions of homes. As the animation community mourns the loss of one of its most brilliant talents, representatives for the family have requested privacy during this difficult time.

Further details regarding memorial services and tributes are expected to be announced in the coming days as friends, family, and fans come together to honor his remarkable legacy.