From Robin Williams to Rowan Atkinson: 5 cartoon characters who look exactly like their voice actors | Hollywood

When we delve into the quirky world of animation, we are often mesmerised by characters whose voices seem to come straight from the screen, personalities brought to life by talented voice artists in the background. And there have been moments in Hollywood when an actor has borne an uncanny resemblance to the cartoon character he portrayed, blurring the lines between fiction and reality in a way that has delighted everyone from Robin Williams to Ed Asner. (Also read: #IndiaAtCannes: Indian animation films to be promoted at Cannes Film Festival 2022)

In the vastness of the animated universe, there are those select few whose resemblance to their animated alter ego evokes a surreal resonance, proving that behind every great cartoon there is a voice that truly brings it to life.

Rowan Atkinson as Zazu

When The Lion King hit the screen in 1994, the cast was star-studded. The Oscar-winning film also starred Rowan Atkinson as Zazu, the red-billed hornbill. People never thought a bird could look almost identical to a human, but Zazu looks just like Rowan. This is because Zazu’s bushy eyebrows resemble Rowan’s. In fact, some of his facial features are very similar to Rowan’s.

Danny DeVito as Philoctetes

Danny DeVito has had a very varied acting career and has one Disney title to his credit. He voiced the role of Philoctetes in the 1997 film Hercules. Philoctetes, also known as Phil, is a half-human, half-goat. The character is a small, round creature that resembles Danny.

John C. Reilly as Ralph

When Wreck-It Ralph was released in 2012, the Disney film grossed $471 million worldwide and was nominated for both a Golden Globe and an Oscar. Ralph is voiced by John C. Reilly. He and his character have a lot in common. They are both quite mischievous, with mischievous smiles and unruly hair.

Ed Asner as Carl

Ed Asner voiced the character in the movie Up. The Disney-Pixar film was a huge hit, grossing $731 million upon its release in 2009. It was also nominated for five Oscars, including Best Picture. The film tells the story of the main character Carl, a 78-year-old man who has lost his beloved wife. Both the character and the actor bear a striking resemblance. It is the thick white eyebrows, the square glasses, the round noses and eyes that make Ed and Carl look similar.

Robin Williams as a genius

Robin Williams took on the role of Genie in Aladdin, which was released in 1992. At first, Robin was unsure about taking the role, but he changed his mind after the animators showed him some clips of Genie. Aside from Genie’s blue skin, their facial features are similar, such as round cheekbones, square jaws, and wide smiles.