John Erwin, Iconic Voice of He-Man, Dies at 88

The renowned voice actor, also known for roles like Morris the Cat and Reggie Mantle, passed away of natural causes in December 2024.

John Erwin, celebrated for voicing He-Man in the 1980s 'Masters of the Universe' series, died at his home in Camarillo, California, at the age of 88.
His death, attributed to natural causes, occurred around December 20, 2024, but was announced publicly in late January 2025 by his PR firm, Celebworx.
Erwin's career spanned decades, including roles as Reggie Mantle in 'The Archie Show' and the sardonic Morris the Cat in 9Lives cat food commercials.
Tributes poured in from colleagues, including Melendy Britt (She-Ra) and Alan Oppenheimer (Skeletor), who praised his talent, professionalism, and kindness.
In addition to his voice work, Erwin was a private man who left behind a legacy cherished by family, friends, and fans of classic animation.