On this day on May 30, 1908, Melvin Jerome Blank (better known as Mel Blanc) was born. The legendary voice actor known as ‘The Man of a Thousand Voices’, remarkable career spanned over six decades, during which he provided character voices for numerous iconic radio programs and animated cartoons. His most famous roles included voicing Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Tweety, Sylvester the Cat, Yosemite Sam, Foghorn Leghorn and many other beloved characters from the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies theatrical cartoons. His contributions to the world of animation and entertainment continue to be celebrated and cherished by fans worldwide. Mel Blanc was 81-years-old when he passed away in July 1989.

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