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Eric Bauza, actor who voiced Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, dies at 46

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Eric Bauza, the Emmy-winning actor who voiced iconic "Looney Tunes" characters Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, died on Sunday, according to his manager. He was 46.

"Eric was a unique and versatile voice actor who was loved by everyone he knew and worked with," said Judy Coppage, Bauza's manager. "His sudden passing is a shock to all of us, and he will be deeply missed. It's a profound loss for his family, the animation industry and his fans."

Bauza, who was born in Canada, died from hypertensive cardiovascular disease, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.

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