John Stephenson (actor)

John Winfield Stephenson (born c.1923/1924 – May 15, 2015) was an American actor who worked primarily in voice-over roles.[1]

John Stephenson
Born
John Winfield Stephenson

c.1923/1924
DiedMay 15, 2015(2015-05-15) (aged 91–92)
Other namesJohn Stevenson
Occupation(s)Actor, voice actor
Years active1946–2010
Spouse
Jean Elaine Irwin
(m. 1955)
Children2

Early life

Stephenson was from Kenosha, Wisconsin.[2] After serving in the United States Army Air Forces, as a gunner and radio operator, during World War II, John Stephenson took a course in speech and drama at Northwestern University and graduated with a theater degree before moving to Hollywood.[2][3]

Death

Stephenson died of Alzheimer's disease, aged 91[2] on May 15, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, their two children (a son and a daughter) and a granddaughter.[3]

Filmography

Television

Video games/Misc.

  • The Flintstones: Wacky Inventions Video short Mr. Slate (1994)
  • Wacky Races Video Game Luke (2000)
  • Flintstones Bedrock Bowling Video Game Mr. Slate (2000)
  • Space Age Gadgets Video Short Jetsons Season 1 (2004)

References

  1. Lawson, Tim; Persons, Alisa (2004-12-01). The Magic Behind the Voices: A Who's Who of Cartoon Voice Actors. Univ. Press of Mississippi. pp. 326–. ISBN 9781578066964. Retrieved 9 May 2012.
  2. Barnes, Mike (May 21, 2015). "John Stephenson, Voice of Mr. Slate on 'The Flintstones,' Dies at 91". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 22, 2015.
  3. Schreiber, John (May 21, 2015). "Voice actor John Winfield Stephenson dead at 91". City News Service. Retrieved May 22, 2015.
  4. "The People Behind Jem - Rock Jem". www.rockjem.com. Retrieved 2023-07-06.
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