Eric Bauza dies at 46: 'Looney Tunes' actor's cause of death and estimated net worth

Emmy-winning voice actor Eric Bauza, known for portraying iconic Looney Tunes characters such as Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, has died at the age of 46. According to Los Angeles County Medical Examiner records cited by Variety, his cause of death was hypertensive cardiovascular disease. Bauza's family announced his sudden passing on his Instagram account, with more details to be released. Born in Scarborough, Toronto on December 7, 1979, Bauza had a prolific career with over 400 acting credits, including roles in "Avatar: The Last Airbender," "Rick and Morty," and "Minions & Monsters," and was preparing for "Bye Bye Bunny: A Looney Tunes Musical." He garnered multiple industry accolades, including three Children’s & Family Emmy Awards. While online estimates place his net worth between $1 million and $5 million, these figures remain unverified. Warner Bros. Television Group chairman Channing Dungey praised Bauza as a unique talent who continued the legacy of Mel Blanc.