Christine Cavanaugh

Christine Cavanaugh

Deceased · Born: Aug 16, 1963 · Died: Dec 22, 2014

Personal Details

BornAug 16, 1963 Utah, USA

Biography

Christine Cavanaugh, an esteemed American voice actress, was born on a memorable day, August 16, 1963, and has since left an indelible mark on the world of animation, captivating audiences with her distinctive speaking style and remarkable versatility in bringing to life a diverse array of cartoon characters, each with its own unique personality, quirks, and charm.

Christine Cavanaugh's remarkable professional trajectory has been characterized by a succession of iconic performances that have collectively contributed to a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Among her most memorable and enduring roles are those of Babe, the lovable and endearing protagonist of the critically acclaimed film "Babe", and Chuckie Finster, the sweet and sensitive young boy on the long-running and widely popular Nickelodeon television series "Rugrats". Additionally, Cavanaugh's initial tenure as the voice of Dexter, the brilliant and inventive titular character of the Cartoon Network animated series "Dexter's Laboratory", has left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of audiences everywhere.

Christine Cavanaugh, a talented and accomplished voice actress, made the difficult decision to retire from her profession in the year 2001, citing personal reasons as the motivation behind her departure from the industry. This marked the end of an illustrious career that had seen her make a significant impact on the world of animation, leaving behind a legacy that would be remembered for years to come.

Her journey in animation began with a series of successful projects, each one showcasing her impressive vocal range and versatility. She brought to life a wide range of characters, from lovable cartoon creatures to complex and nuanced personalities, earning her a reputation as one of the most talented and sought-after voice actresses of her time.

Throughout her career, Christine Cavanaugh worked on a variety of projects, including animated television shows, films, and video games. Her impressive repertoire included iconic characters from beloved franchises, such as Courage the Cowardly Dog and The Wild Thornberrys, as well as her work on films like My Brother the Chicken and The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.

Despite her impressive achievements, Christine Cavanaugh's decision to retire from voice acting in 2001 was a difficult one, driven by personal reasons that ultimately led her to step away from the industry. Though her retirement marked the end of her journey in animation, her legacy continued to be celebrated and remembered by fans and colleagues alike, a testament to her enduring impact on the world of voice acting.

Career

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2003
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2002
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2001
The Rugrats: All Growed Up
The Rugrats: All Growed Up as Charles 'Chuckie' Finster Jr. (voice)
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Rugrats
Rugrats as Chuckie Finster (voice)
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2000
Rugrats in Paris: The Movie
Rugrats in Paris: The Movie as Chuckie Finster (voice)
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1999
Rugrats: Runaway Reptar
Rugrats: Runaway Reptar as Chuckie Finster (voice)
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Dexter's Laboratory: Ego Trip
Dexter's Laboratory: Ego Trip as Dexter / D22 / Old Man Dexter (voice)
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1998
The Rugrats Movie
The Rugrats Movie as Chuckie Finster (voice)
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You Lucky Dog
You Lucky Dog as Bernice
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1997
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Anastasia
Anastasia as Mischka
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1996
Rugrats
Rugrats as Chuckie Finster (voice)
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Jerry Maguire
Jerry Maguire as Mrs. Remo
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Dexter's Laboratory
Dexter's Laboratory as Dexter (voice)
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The X-Files
The X-Files as Amanda Nelligan
{"id":4611,"title":"Babe","year":"1995","character":"Babe (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/babe","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5ahifj796j30.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5ahifj796j30.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
Babe
Babe as Babe (voice)
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1994
Rugrats
Rugrats as Chuckie Finster / Chinese Baby (voice)
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Mixed Nuts
Mixed Nuts as Police
{"id":84,"title":"The Critic","year":1994,"character":"Marty Sherman (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-critic","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3cqvsc7b7brg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3cqvsc7b7brg.jpg"},"released":1}
The Critic
The Critic as Marty Sherman (voice)
{"id":1098,"title":"Aaahh!!! Real Monsters","year":1994,"character":"Oblina (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/aaahh-real-monsters","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1098.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1098.jpg"},"released":1}
Aaahh!!! Real Monsters
Aaahh!!! Real Monsters as Oblina (voice)
{"id":2949,"title":"Beethoven","year":1994,"character":"Rosebud (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/beethoven","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_2949.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_2949.jpg"},"released":1}
Beethoven
Beethoven as Rosebud (voice)
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{"id":200611,"title":"ABC Weekend Specials","year":"1993","character":"(voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/abc-weekend-specials-1993-2","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_200611.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_200611.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
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Recycle Rex
Recycle Rex as Knock / Ping (voice)
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{"id":9708,"title":"Sonic the Hedgehog","year":1993,"character":"Bunnie (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/sonic-the-hedgehog","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/697j0qm5ai50.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/697j0qm5ai50.jpg"},"released":1}
Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog as Bunnie (voice)
{"id":614,"title":"Wings","year":1992,"character":"Fan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/wings-1990","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_614.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_614.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Wings
Wings as Fan
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1991
Rugrats
Rugrats as Chuckie Finster (voice)
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Darkwing Duck
Darkwing Duck as Gosalyn (voice)
{"id":119,"title":"Cheers","year":1989,"character":"Terry Gardner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/cheers","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/6hbvpdn058j0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/6hbvpdn058j0.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Cheers
Cheers as Terry Gardner