Elwood Edwards, Iconic Voice of AOL's 'You've Got Mail,' Passes Away at 74

The voice that defined an era of internet communication died from complications of a stroke, leaving behind a legacy tied to the early days of online culture.

Elwood Edwards recorded the famous AOL phrases, including 'You've Got Mail,' in 1989 for just $200.
His wife, Karen, suggested him for the job after overhearing AOL's CEO discussing the need for a voiceover.
Edwards' voice became an integral part of AOL's user experience, heard by millions daily during the internet's early years.
Despite his voice's widespread recognition, Edwards never received royalties and continued working in television production.
He made notable appearances on shows like 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' and voiced an episode of 'The Simpsons.'