William Pennell

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William Pennell
Born(1889-03-03)March 3, 1889
Blackpool, England
Occupation(s)Voice actor, singer
Years active1931โ€“1940

William Pennell (March 3, 1889 โ€“ September 5, 1956) was an American voice actor and baritone singer, who was the original voice of the character Bluto on the animated Popeye shorts produced by Fleischer Studios.[1] At the time, Pennell sang in a vocal quartet which was used by Paramount Pictures.[1] Gus Wickie replaced Pennell as Bluto[1] in 1935.

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