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Addams Family Star Gave Hulk His Growl
2 Mar
Summary
- Ted Cassidy voiced the Hulk before his passing in 1979.
- Cassidy provided the Hulk's growls instead of speech.
- Cassidy also narrated The Incredible Hulk's origin story.
Ted Cassidy, widely recognized for his role as Lurch in "The Addams Family," also made a significant, albeit unseen, contribution to television. In the 1977 live-action series "The Incredible Hulk," Cassidy provided the iconic, beastly vocalizations for the Hulk during its first two seasons. His deep, guttural growls, distinct from the comic book's speech patterns, were a deliberate choice by producers to ground the series.
Cassidy's tenure as the Hulk's voice concluded with his death in 1979. Following his passing, actor Charles Napier took over the Hulk's vocal duties. Importantly, Cassidy's voice continued to be heard throughout the series' run, as he lent his distinctive tones to the narration that explained David Banner's transformation each episode.
This dual role as Lurch and the Hulk's voice actor highlights Cassidy's versatile talent in creating memorable, imposing characters across different genres during the late 1970s.
